Senior Systems Integration Engineer
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Job Summary
Senior Systems Integration Engineer
Cambridge United Kingdom (onsite)
As a Senior Systems Integration Engineer at Illumina you will work in a dynamic teamoriented environment to integrate test and troubleshoot complex prototype DNA sequencing systems with a strong focus on electrical and electronic subsystems.
You will play a handson role in the development of earlystage and nextgeneration instruments working at system level across electronics embedded systems hardware firmware software fluidics and chemistry. A key part of the role is diagnosing complex system interactions executing structured experiments and driving issues to root cause in collaboration with crossfunctional teams.
This role is ideal for an electrical or electronics engineer who enjoys working with prototype hardware systemlevel problem solving and applying their skills to cuttingedge lifescience instrumentation.
Why Illumina
Illumina offers an industryleading remuneration package purposebuilt stateoftheart facilities and a collaborative fastmoving work environment.
Our employee benefits include flexible time off private medical insurance compassion and care time off leisure travel insurance pension employee stock purchasing programme volunteer time off and much more.
At Illumina we push boundaries think beyond the conventional and work together to improve human health through genomics.
Key responsibilities
- Handson integration testing and troubleshooting of DNA sequencing systems with particular focus on electrical and electronic subsystems
- Debugging and fault isolation of prototype hardware and embedded systems at system level
- Systemlevel troubleshooting across electronics firmware software fluidics mechanics and chemistry
- Design execution and documentation of system and electrical test plans
- Tracking logging and communicating issues encountered during development
- Working effectively within crossfunctional project teams (R&D manufacturing service quality marketing)
- Writing and maintaining test procedures and quality control documentation
- Supporting manufacturing by troubleshooting hardware and systemlevel integration issues
- Presenting technical findings and recommendations to engineering and scientific stakeholders
Required background skills and experience
- Degree in Electronic Engineering Electrical Engineering Embedded Systems Engineering Mechatronics Robotics or a closely related discipline
- Strong handson experience with electronic systems embedded hardware or prototype instrumentation
- Proven systemlevel troubleshooting skills on complex electromechanical systems
- Experience working on prototypes or earlystage development hardware
- Comfortable working in a Linux environment for system operation and troubleshooting
- Meticulous detailoriented approach with strong analytical and problemsolving skills
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable engaging in technical discussions across disciplines
- Ability to clearly document work and present findings to stakeholders
Desirable (nicetohave) experience
- Experience with fluidics mechatronics robotics or vision systems
- Exposure to NGS sequencing or sample preparation methods
- Experience working in regulated environments (ISO 13485 ISO 9001 GxP)
- Basic coding or scripting skills (e.g. Python MATLAB VB)
- Experience supporting manufacturing or designformanufacture activities
Previous experience in genomics or life sciences is a plus but not required. We are particularly interested in strong electrical or electronics engineers who are excited to apply their skills in a genomics environment.
What you can expect
Youll join a team of bright energetic and dedicated engineers and scientists who are the driving force behind Illuminas innovation and impact. Every role at Illumina contributes to meaningful work that improves lives and this position offers the opportunity to work handson with complex systems at the forefront of genomic technology.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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