Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Sr Systems Specialist

Posted Oct 17, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Software Engineering
Salary
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Location
Remote - Virginia, United States
Work arrangement
Remote
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years).
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a...
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Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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Role Summary

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This Senior Systems Specialist role builds and maintains software components and services, tests and debugs code, and provides technical support to users.

What You'll Do

  • Build and develop software components and services according to specifications.
  • Write clean, efficient, maintainable code.
  • Test and debug code to ensure functionality and optimize performance.
  • Provide technical support and address user requests.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of the product and contribute to its work.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic/vocational qualification; experience comparable to 5+ years; Django backend development, React frontend development, Vite as a build tool, and hands-on Java experience. Also requires problem-solving, troubleshooting, organization and time-management skills; attention to detail and editorial/proofreading skills; Microsoft Office competency; communication, collaboration, adaptability, customer service, and interpersonal skills; ability to train and coach others; and advanced knowledge of system template or report development.

Preferred

  • Experience with Python and JavaScript.

Original job description

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Join Us as а Senior Systems Specialist - Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.

What will you do in this role?

This outstanding opportunity enables you to contribute to impactful projects, acquire new technologies, and collaborate in an encouraging environment. If you're ambitious and committed to effectively implementing world-class solutions, we want to hear from you!

Build and develop software components and services according to specifications.

Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.

Test and debug code to ensure flawless functionality and optimize performance.

Provide technical support and address user requests promptly.

Understand the product thoroughly and contribute effectively.

Honor commitments and deliver high-quality work.

Qualifications

Education requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification


In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Experience requirements:

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years).

Experience with Django for backend development, React for frontend development and Vite as a build tool is required.

Hands on experience with Java is required.

Experience with Python and JavaScript is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Good problem-solving, troubleshooting, organization and time management skills.

Attention to detail with solid editorial/proofreading skills.

Competency with Microsoft Office software.

Solid written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Ability to multi-task and adapt and adjust to changing priorities.

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Ability to train and coach others.

Advanced knowledge of system template or report development.

Location: Fully remote on the East Coast. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. 

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Accessibility/Disability Access

Job Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If you are a job seeker with a disability, or assisting a person with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please submit a request by telephone at 1-855-471-2255*. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

*This telephone line is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes, such as not being able to get into the career website, following up on an application, or other non-disability related technical issues will not receive a response.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $75,700.00–$100,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific

About the company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Large Enterprise

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.