System Administrator and Validation Lead (GxP systems)

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System Administrator and Validation Lead (GxP systems)

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Foster City, CA Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced System Administrator and Validation Lead to support GxP systems within a life sciences environment. This role combines system administration, validation engineering, and operational support responsibilities to ensure system reliability, compliance, and performance. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in GxP systems, validation processes, and infrastructure management, and will collaborate across teams to ensure smooth operations, deliver training, and drive continuous improvements. Key Responsibilities System Administration & Operational Support Provide L1 and L2 support for GxP applications, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and requests Execute and monitor scheduled jobs to maintain uninterrupted system operations Manage user access and license administration (e.g., Tableau, application access) Generate and maintain system performance and status reports Coordinate priorities across the Global Quality Control organization Maintain continuous communication with system managers, stakeholders, and technical teams Validation & Compliance Author, review, and execute validation protocols (CSV lifecycle) in both paper-based and ValGenesis systems Perform and support validation testing activities to ensure audit readiness Create and manage quality event records (Change Control, Deviations, CAPA) in Veeva QMS Ensure adherence to GxP, regulatory, and data integrity requirements