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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Systems Engineer II - **Company:** Roche Laboratories Inc. - **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $103,600.0 - $236,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Systems Engineering, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Regression Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Systems Integration, JMP (Statistical Software), Git, Statistics Packages, Data Analytics - **Published:** July 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3de20255f555b464 ## About the Role * You hold a Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, science, engineering and/or other related field with 7 or more years of experience; or a Master's degree (in the above listed areas of study) with 5 or more years of experience; or a PhD (in above listed areas of study) with 3+ years of experience. * You have demonstrated hands-on experience with PCR, DNA sequencing methods such as raw sample preparation, nucleic acid extraction, library preparation, and NGS sequencing. * You have a 5 or more years of experience with MATLAB, GIT, Python or similar tools for data analysis and/or automation; experience with statistical tools (e.g. Python/JMP for regression analysis, ANOVA) * You have 7 or more years of experience in Design of Experiments methodology; and application of statistical process control, * You have a proven track record of leading and performing in a fast-paced, matrix environment; ability to work independently and influencing others with strategic decisions * You have experience leading and mentoring others; demonstrated collaborative experience * You have experience solving unique or unpredictable problems that might have an impact on the goals and objectives as set by the organization * You are adept at planning, prioritizing, multi-tasking, and following through, while remaining highly energetic and focused * You have demonstrated interpersonal skills: Strong interpersonal, verbal communication and influencing skills: can influence without authority and has proven experience building and cultivating relationships with key partners and stakeholders, both internally and externally ## Description Roche Diagnostics develops and produces medical tests and digital tools that provide information to help healthcare professionals find the right treatment for patients and deliver the best patient care to improve, prolong and save lives. Roche Sequencing Solutions is developing new technologies to make genetic testing easy, reliable, and affordable. The team is seeking a passionate Engineer to join our Systems Integration Group to support the Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) products. This is a hands-on role; you will be a key contributor in the feasibility, development, and integration phases of end-to-end NGS solutions. As a team member on the Systems Integration team, you will learn to use the Roche Single Molecule Sequencing platform to optimize the final operating protocols while designing& performing wet-lab experiments to further develop the sequencing solution through integration of subcomponents and optimization of the entire system. * You will Interpret the experimental results, proper experimental design, and become an expert on Single Molecule Sequencing. * You will perform a variety of sample prep, library, or sequencing related experiments& verification studies. * You will complete all work using best laboratory practices and maintain a well-organized and concise record of work performed and progress made. * You have demonstrated experience for troubleshooting instrument failures with standard root cause methods while engaging with SMEs to understand failure modes. * * You understand product requirements in order to develop, execute, and document test cases for verification and validation. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)