Software test engineer II - V&V (Biology)

Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsOfficeJob DescriptionAs part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.DESCRIPTION:Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Software Test Engineer II and contribute to ensuring the quality and reliability of our advanced software solutions. You'll work on sophisticated applications that control our analytical instruments, including mass spectrometers, electron microscopes, and other advanced scientific equipment. As part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you'll work with developers, scientists, and stakeholders to validate software that enables groundbreaking research and innovation. Your work will directly impact scientific discoveries in fields like cancer research, drug development, and semiconductor manufacturing.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, execute, and document validation and verification activities for software and instrument workflows involving DNA, RNA, and protein sample preparation.Develop biologically relevant test cases that simulate real-world applications such as nucleic acid extraction, quantification, PCR workflows, and protein assays.Perform cell culture and molecular biology experiments to validate system performance and data accuracy.Apply knowledge of sample preparation techniques including:DNA/RNA isolation and purificationcDNA synthesis, qPCR, RT-PCRProtein extraction and quantification (e.g., Western blot, ELISA)Translate experimental workflows into software validation scenarios, ensuring usability, reproducibility, and data integrity.Participate in Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC):Test planningTest case designExecution and defect trackingCollaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Product Owners, Software Developers) to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive validation coverage.Troubleshoot issues across biology, instrumentation, and software layers.Ensure compliance with data integrity, documentation, and audit requirements (e.g., GLP, ISO, 21 CFR Part 11).Maintain detailed and traceable validation documentation and reports.Contribute to process improvements and test automation initiatives.Minimum Qualifications & ExperienceMaster’s degree (MSc/M.Tech) in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or related Life Sciences.6–8 years of hands-on experience in:Molecular biology workflows (DNA, RNA, protein)Cell culture and cell-based assaysSample preparation techniquesStrong expertise in:Nucleic acid extraction and analysisPCR/qPCR workflowsProtein assays and characterizationKingfisher high through put sample prep automationMultiwell plate readerWorking knowledge of software validation/testing concepts and SDLC/STLC.Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.Ability to work in a cross-functional, global team environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience in life science instrumentation validation (e.g., PCR systems, sequencing, flow cytometry, microscopy).Exposure to regulated environments (ISO, FDA, GLP, GxP).Familiarity with automation tools or scripting for test execution.Understanding of data analysis software and bioinformatics tools.Experience contributing to Agile development environments.Key CompetenciesStrong foundation in molecular and cellular biology techniquesAbility to bridge biology workflows with software validationAttention to detail and data integrity focusProblem-solving and root cause analysis skillsEffective communication and collaboration