Systems Engineer II

Tandem Diabetes Care
San Diego, CA, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$81,000.0 - $110,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Systems Engineering Cyber Security Mobile Application Software Requirements Management Software Engineering Systems Architecture Information Technology

Job description

The Systems Engineer II supports system engineering activities for both new and existing features within mobile applications. This role plays a key part in defining, designing, and driving the development of new capabilities, while also supporting features deployed in the field.

This position is responsible for developing system-level solutions and requirements for mobile application features, with a strong emphasis on globalized product design. The Systems Engineer II collaborates closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure scalable, high-quality solutions that meet user and business needs.

Under the guidance of systems engineering leadership, this role contributes to the definition of system-level requirements, interface specifications, and subsystem designs. The Systems Engineer II works across teams to ensure alignment, traceability, and integration of system architecture within the broader product ecosystem.

SPONSORSHIP: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

System Engineers at Tandem are also responsible for:

  • Designs and documents solution based on the user and business needs.
  • Creates, documents, and owns system and subsystem design and requirements.
  • Collaborates with various stakeholders such as software development teams, Product Management, Cybersecurity, and Quality Assurance.
  • Provides system expertise to support on-market-products technical support troubleshooting, failure analysis, and triage of system level issues.
  • Contributes to the development and maintenance of inter-system interface specifications and contracts, considering cross-subsystem impacts.
  • Contributes to the risk management process and derives risk mitigation requirements.
  • Maintains tight collaboration with the teams responsible for product V&V, reviews test plans and protocols, and helps triage issues uncovered during testing activities.
  • Works closely with the software development teams to flow down the system and subsystem requirements and assist with establishing traceability.
  • Traces system and subsystem requirements to the user and business needs defined for the product., Hybrid: This role will be a mix of in-office work at our corporate headquarters in Del Mar, CA and remote work. This position is expected to be in office 2-3 days per week but may vary depending on business demands.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Systems engineering?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree in System Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Biomedical Engineering required, or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience.

  • Advanced coursework, master’s degree, or professional licensing in related field desirable.
  • 2+ years’ experience working as a Systems Engineer or with systems engineering responsibilities (required)
  • 2+ years’ experience working in a regulated industry; Medical Device industry (preferred).
  • Demonstrated capability in Systems Engineering practices such as requirements management, design trade-off and cost-benefit analysis, system failure modes and adversarial scenario analysis.
  • Experience with requirements management systems highly desirable.
  • Ability to work and deliver a high-quality work product with mentoring.
  • Ability to effectively convey information related to work product and lead review discussions.
  • Familiarity with one or more of the following: ISO 13845, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, 21 CFR part 820.30-Design Controls, HIPAA and/or GDPR., Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and regulations. A conditional offer of employment from Tandem is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening process comprised of a drug test (excluding marijuana) and background check, which includes a review of criminal history information., Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Dental insurance, The starting base pay range for this position is $81,000 - $110,000 annually. Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and may also fluctuate depending on candidate’s location and the overall job market. In addition to base pay, Tandem offers a competitive compensation package that includes bonus and a robust benefits package.

Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision available your first day, as well as health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts. You’ll also receive 11 paid holidays per year, a minimum of 20 days of paid time off (with accrual starting on day 1) and you will have access to a 401k plan with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase plan. Learn more about Tandem’s benefits here!

About the company

Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take the “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry., Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology - an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we’re so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com, At Tandem, we believe joy fuels excellence. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that celebrates your achievements and supports your well-being. Our team thrives on pushing boundaries and fostering growth, all while maintaining a spirit of fun and camaraderie. This is just one of the ways we stay awesome! Explore the benefits and reasons to love Tandem at https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers.

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