Senior Systems Support Engineer#26-43445

$47.61-$80.28 per hour

Pleasanton, CA

Onsite

Job Description

Our client, a Biotech company, is looking for a Senior Systems Support Engineer for their Pleasanton, CA location.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Systems Support Engineer provides comprehensive hardware, software, and networking support for client instruments across the Pleasanton and Santa Clara campuses, as well as remote external sites.

Networking Support (Core Focus):

Responsibilities include configuring, maintaining and setting up firewall/servers and PC devices, managing IP addresses and folder shares on instruments and servers, and diagnosing network connectivity issues on VLANs, switches, servers and working with internal and external stakeholders.

Instrument & Systems Support:

Performs preventative maintenance (PMs), installation and operational qualifications (IOQs), hardware repairs, part replacements, and system software upgrades.

Documentation & Coordination:

Accurately documents all service activities in the electronic database, coordinates requests via ServiceNow, and communicates status updates to stakeholders.

Training & Development:

Participates in ongoing training with senior team members and subject matter experts to master client instrumentation, eventually guiding other team members.

Safety & Compliance:

Strictly complies with all client safety policies, practices, and applicable FDA and ISO regulations related to instrument support and qualification.

Senior Systems Support Engineer

A Senior Systems Support Engineer provides service on client instruments and networked systems used for Research, Development.

This role is responsible for the installation/deinstallation, qualification, preventative maintenance, and repair of client instruments and software, with a strong emphasis on the

networking infrastructure that supports these systems — including IP address mapping, Fortigate firewall configuration, and network troubleshooting.

Under guidance from senior team members, the Senior Systems Support Engineer troubleshoots instrument hardware-software problems and network connectivity issues by using

service software, reviewing system-generated problem reports/error codes, and performing root cause analyses.

Being a team player is essential, as this position interfaces daily with coworkers, internal stakeholders, and various interdisciplinary functional areas within the organization.

The Senior Systems Support Engineer must be committed to customer satisfaction, with the ability to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills and solid judgment.

Instrument & Systems Support:

Perform preventative maintenance (PM;s)

Perform installation/operational qualifications (IOQs)

Troubleshoot, replace parts, and perform repairs on instruments

Install/deinstall/relocate instruments and computer control units

Install or upgrade system and application software

Networking Support (Core Focus Area)

Establish, maintain and troubleshoot network connections for remote access to internally and externally placed instruments

Map and manage IP addresses for networked lab instruments and systems

Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Fortigate firewall devices to ensure secure and reliable connectivity for client systems

Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues (e.g., VLANs, switches, routing, DNS/DHCP) affecting instrument and system performance

Provide IT hardware and networking support for R D and training labs

Work closely with Systems and/or Software Development subject matter experts (SMEs) to learn client instrumentation, software, and networking functionality, including advanced troubleshooting knowledge

Documentation & Coordination

Document all service and support activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic equipment management database and/or other applicable software tools according to approved procedures

Coordinate and triage onsite and/or remote network service requests using ServiceNow and communicate status updates to the service requestor

Build effective customer/stakeholder relationships through solution-oriented communication and service, providing on-site or remote support as needed

Attend and contribute updates during team huddles and other meetings, escalating issues as needed

Provide IT support for in-house lab-based instruments and the secure data repository as needed

Training Requirements

Train with team members and Development colleagues to acquire client instrument service, networking, and troubleshooting skills, with self-initiative to pursue additional training

Under guidance from senior team members, learn to solve a variety of instrument, software, and networking problems of diverse scope and complexity by reviewing service documentation and consulting with SMEs

Interface with high-level technical support from other functional areas, e.g., Global Customer Support (GCS), Systems Development engineers) to obtain expertise for difficult or recurring issues

Learn how to execute qualification documents (IQ/OQ)

Once skill/knowledge is acquired, provide training or guidance to other team members on networking, instrument service, or other internal processes

Safety & Compliance

Comply with client safety policies, practices, and procedures at all times

Requirements:

Requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field (such as Electrical Engineering or IT Engineering) and at least 3 years of experience servicing medical or laboratory equipment with networking fundamentals or equivalent.

Required:

Associate;s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology (Networking focus), or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Bachelor;s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

5+ years of experience servicing medical/lab equipment and/or supporting networked systems in an R D, hospital, or clinical laboratory setting, including hands-on experience with networking fundamentals (IP addressing/subnetting, VLANs, switches, routers, and firewalls)

Direct experience configuring and troubleshooting Fortigate (or similar) firewall/network security appliances

4+ years of experience working in an

IVD GMP/ISO

regulated environment servicing medical devices and supporting IT/networking infrastructure within R D, hospital, or clinical laboratory settings.

Industry networking certification (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Fortinet NSE, or Cisco CCNA)

Working knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPN, firewall rules) with the ability to apply this knowledge to troubleshoot instrument connectivity issues

Awareness of FDA and ISO regulations related to instrument support and qualification

Meticulous attention to detail to accurately document all activities and ensure quality support both internally and at external sites

Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills

Demonstrated ability to learn new skills, software, and networking tools rapidly

Ability to be flexible with changing work priorities and follow procedures/manager instructions with a cooperative attitude

Strong work ethic and communication skills

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with IT/network teams and instrument SMEs