Systems Integration Engineer II

About this opportunity:

Freenome is hiring a Systems Integration Engineer to participate in a cross-functional team and contribute to the development of next generation NGS assays/products for early cancer detection. You will work in a Product Development team of world-class Scientists and Engineers focused on delivering Freenome’s IVD assay portfolio.

If you are passionate about deploying the power of NGS-based diagnostics in clinical care, and take pride in providing technical expertise to a growing team of Systems Integration Engineers, making a significant individual impact, we would love to speak with you!

As part of a dynamic, flexible company you will be adapting to rapid technological progress and change, and help the team building the platform do the same.

The role reports to the Senior Manager, Development & Scientific Operations. This role will be an onsite role based in our Brisbane, California headquarters.

What you’ll do:

• Execute end-to-end assay workflows using industry-leading automation platforms to support development of Freenome’s next generation diagnostic products.
• Hands-on design and execution of complex test methods to assess hardware and system performance per Design Input Requirements.
• Evaluate resulting system performance, speed and throughput, and identify root causes for system-level issues and failures.
• Contribute to dFMEA, pFMEA, risk management, hazard assessment, and design review sessions with Engineering, Automation, and Systems Integration teams.
• Analyze outputs and identify HW, FW, and SW mitigating solutions to implement adequate risk control measures.
• Identify and steward Systems Integration initiatives to enable achievement of critical path project milestones/timelines.
• Support the system evaluation process through development and execution of system level test plans and protocols, including data analysis, interpretation and communication of results and their impact through written reports, design reviews, and interactive discussions.
• Apply sophisticated analytical problem solving skills to reagent and system integration issues to identify critical performance factors for assay development.
• Apply broad scientific, technical or professional concepts in accordance with area(s) objectives.
• Assess results for applicability, validity, and conformance to Product Requirements.
• Write and manage requirements as part of Project Team. Create and maintain design documentation in Design History Files.

Must haves:

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience OR Doctoral degree.
• Education or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, etc.
• Previous experience as a hands-on engineer, scientist, or product developer (e.g. System Integration Scientist / Engineer, System Development Scientist / Engineer, or related occupation).
• Experience with developing and integrating complex instrumentation systems which incorporate optical, mechanical, thermal, and firmware components.
• Data analysis expertise and experience with various data analysis software packages.
  • Well-developed mathematical and statistical analysis skills. (i.e., JMP, R, DOE).
  • Knowledge of SQL, Python, R or other programming languages highly desired.
• Knowledge of a broad range of principles of biology, chemistry and physics, such as spectroscopic techniques, organic chemistry, electromagnetic theory, and thermodynamics.
• Strong integration analytical, process validation and troubleshooting skills to understand system interfaces and be able to quickly analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve system interoperability problems.
• Working knowledge of design of experiments, interpretation of test results, failure investigation and root cause failure analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and company operating procedures, processes, policies and tasks.
• Work as part of a team to guarantee high quality of technical and design control documentation in alignment with Freenome’s Quality requirements.
  

Benefits and additional information:

The US target range of our base salary for new hires is $100,725 - $154,500. You will also be eligible to receive equity, cash bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered.  Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education. We invite you to check out our career page @ freenome.com/job-openings/ for additional company information.  

Freenome is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. Freenome does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.  

• Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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