Sr IT Technologist

MiniMed

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in a technical support role within manufacturing environments.
  • Advanced knowledge gained through educational and practical experience in IT.
  • Proficient in object-oriented programming languages, especially C# and .NET.
  • Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in regulated settings is preferred.
  • Strong communication skills to facilitate cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and document system specifications aligning with architecture standards and business needs.
  • Plan system deployments while ensuring compliance with hardware and software standards.
  • Evaluate and optimize hardware-software interfaces and overall system characteristics.
  • Establish and document system designs, ensuring functionality and compatibility among technologies.
  • Identify system deficiencies, implement changes, and test for improved data integrity and performance.

Benefits

  • Flexible benefits package to meet diverse needs.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Collaborative work environment fostering teamwork and innovation.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technology and methodologies in manufacturing.
Full Job Description


About the Role

Are you a technically driven problem-solver ready to make an impact? Join our team as an Sr IT Technologist and serve as a key resource in supporting, maintaining, and enhancing systems that drive reliable, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations.

A results-driven professional with strong problem-solving skills and a solid understanding of regulated manufacturing environments who thrives in a fast-paced production setting.

Apply today and be part of a team shaping the future of manufacturing operations!

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
  • Develops, documents, and configures systems specifications that conform to defined architecture standards, address business requirements, and processes.
  • Involved in planning of system and development deployment as well as responsible for meeting hardware and software compliance and security standards.
  • Evaluates interface between hardware and software, operational requirements and characteristics of overall system.
  • Establishes and documents system design, parameters and formats, ensures hardware and software systems functionality, performance and compatibility, and coordinates and/or modifies system parameters in terms of configurations, such as existing and projected computer capacity and capabilities.
  • Actively identifies system functionality or performance deficiencies, executes changes to existing systems, and tests functionality of the system to correct deficiencies and maintain more effective data handling, data integrity, conversion, input/output requirements, and storage.
  • May document testing and maintenance of system updates, modifications, and configurations.
  • May act as a liaison with key technology vendor technologists or other business functions.
  • Function Specific: Strategically design technology solutions that meets the needs and goals of the company and its customers/users.
  • Leverages platform process expertise to assess if existing standard platform functionality will solve a business problem or customization solution would be required.
  • Gather and prioritize integration requirements.
  • Test the quality of a product and its ability to perform a task or solve a problems.
  • Perform basic maintenance and performance optimization procedures in each of the primary operating systems.
  • Technology: Using computational thinking to define technological solutions to real life problems.
  • Design technology that allows for the optimal user experience and broad accessibility.
  • Ability to document detailed technical system specifications based on business system requirements.
  • Evaluate business and technical requirements to design, develop, enhance, and maintain software applications, system integrations, and automated solutions that support manufacturing and operational objectives.
  • Analyze existing applications, interfaces, and data flows to identify opportunities for improvement, troubleshoot issues, and develop logical, scalable solutions that meet business and regulatory requirements.
  • Create detailed system design specifications and technical documentation, perform software development and configuration activities, and execute comprehensive testing and debugging to ensure system reliability, performance, and compliance.
  • Prepare, review, and maintain system, technical, and programming documentation, ensuring adherence to established standards and obtaining appropriate approvals to support validated and auditable processes.
  • Assess and recommend improvements to software development methodologies, system architecture, maintenance practices, and technical standards to enhance efficiency, scalability, security, and long-term system sustainability.
  • Investigate, diagnose, and resolve application, integration, and program errors in a timely manner while developing and maintaining comprehensive support documentation, knowledge articles, and troubleshooting guides to facilitate ongoing system support and continuous improvement.


Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.
  • Requires advanced knowledge of job area combining breadth and depth, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
  • 4+ years of experience with a high school diploma or equivalent.


Nice to Have
  • Experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in object-oriented programming using C#, .NET, or similar technologies.
  • Experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI, Pentaho, or comparable BI tools.
  • Knowledge of software validation methodologies (MSCM or equivalent) and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Results-driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
  • Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively across cross-functional teams and sites.
  • Excellent presentation skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and business audiences.


Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

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