Why does this role matter ?The Senior System Engineer is a technical expert supporting development, optimization and maintenance of the system, especially those aspects related to sub-systems integration and interactions (instrument, console, cartridges and various assays). The Senior System Engineer will lead problem-solving activities in multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.He or she:conducts strategic planning for the development of the Idylla system, its sub-systems and related processes in line with cross-functional business requirements;defines scope and problem domain with all stakeholders;defines, documents and communicates development scenarios and trade-off analyses supporting the decision process;supports the establishment of strategic roadmaps, plans, budgets and timelines;explains solutions and decisions, convinces implementation teams and stakeholders;leads implementations;is a mentor and coach for other technical roles;provides training in own expertise domains;drives continuous improvement of the System Engineering competence; Who are we looking for ?Master's degree in bio-engineering, mechanical engineering, electro-mechanical engineering, physics or equivalent by experience and/or experience; At least 5+ year experience in a relevant position in a product or process development environment.Experience in statistics and data analysis.Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g. ISO13485, FDA 21 CFR 820). NB: experience in a non-medical regulated environment will be considered as well (e.g. aerospace, automotive, defence).Practical experience with design and development of at least one of the following types of products:Plastic consumables;Mechatronic products (HW and SW).Professional experience in the following disciplines is considered an asset:System engineering;Plastic moulding and/or welding;Mechanics/physics of fluids;Process engineeringLean Six Sigma;Test automation;Reliability engineering.Familiar with data analysis and statistical analysis tools (e.g. Spotfire, R, Python, Minitab, MATLAB);Knowledge of quality and compliance standards for development of medical devices / IVD systems (ISO13485, ISO14971, FDA 21 CFR part 820) is an asset;Language skills : English: professional working proficiency, both spoken and written, is required. Dutch is an assetWhat can you expect from us ?We offer you an exciting job in a fast growing international and innovative environment where you can work with top entrepreneurs in the biotech industry. You can be part of a very dynamic, young and growing team. You will have freedom to shape your work and shape your job where you deem it necessary: we value your input. Of course we offer you an appropriate compensation package which includes a Flexible Income Plan. We offer a lot of flexibility and attention to your wellbeing via a hybrid work regime.