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# Associate Systems Engineer - Software

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Oro Valley, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $87,360.0 - $93,600.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Bug Management, Configuration Management, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Reliability of Systems
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/az/oro-valley/1178e9f6-ecb7-4909-9bdf-1d06363421a1

## About the Role

Teamwork
Visionary
Leadership
Automation
Innovation
Reliability
Communication
Risk Analysis
Accountability
Risk Management
Defect Management
Product Definition, Marketing Operations
Organizational Skills
Emerging Technologies
Continuous Development
Requirements Management
Configuration Management
Engineering Design Process

At least 2 years, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, or related technical field.

 * 0-2 years of experience in Systems Engineering, particularly in software integration and testing.
 * Knowledge of requirements engineering, tradeoff analysis, risk management, configuration management, and verification/validation.
 * Experience in a regulated environment and familiarity with FDA, ISO, and other relevant diagnostic product standards.
 * Interest in innovative technologies and understanding of the IVD competitive landscape.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * 2 years of experience in related fields.
 * Deep knowledge in software reliability, manufacturability, and usability.
 * Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to build authority and accountability within a team.
 * Excellent organizational skills, capable of evaluating, prioritizing, and managing multiple projects efficiently., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

We are seeking an Associate Systems Engineer - Software who will play a critical role in advancing cancer diagnostics through state-of-the-art testing automation. This position involves driving software product definition, including requirements, system architecture design, risk analysis, and solution implementation to meet IVD standards. You will contribute to providing over 250 cancer tests and associated instruments globally.
Responsibilities

 * Apply Systems Engineering to software product definition, including requirements, risk analysis, and testing.
 * Manage software requirements, risk analysis, configuration, defect management, and verification/validation.
 * Research industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive products to enhance software differentiation.
 * Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure alignment.
 * Engage with business leaders and Voice of Customer representatives to align technical solutions with customer needs.
 * Analyze complex technical challenges, present solutions, and facilitate informed decision-making.