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As the Senior IT Specialist supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), you will play a key role in developing, configuring, and maintaining the applications that power Baxter’s manufacturing operations. You will partner closely with cross‑functional teams across our plants to deliver reliable, high‑quality software solutions that enhance system performance, support operational excellence, and enable digital transformation across the network. This role requires strong technical expertise, hands‑on development capability, and the ability to guide others while contributing directly to solution delivery. You will join a collaborative and fast‑moving environment where your technical leadership, problem‑solving skills, and ability to translate business needs into scalable MES solutions will have a direct impact on manufacturing efficiency, compliance, and product quality. This is an opportunity to shape development standards, influence technology direction, and support critical systems used across Baxter’s global operations.
Job Responsibility
Design, develop, and maintain MES applications and supporting software systems to meet operational and compliance requirements
Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues to ensure optimal system performance and reliability
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality MES solutions on time and in alignment with project objectives
Develop, maintain, and enforce coding standards and best practices, including naming conventions, documentation, error handling, and version control
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to junior developers and team members
Partner with project management to define project plans, timelines, and development milestones
Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to development standards and solution quality
Support manufacturing plants with technical expertise and issue resolution as needed
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field preferred
5+ years of software development experience, including hands‑on work with MES applications preferred
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C#, and Java, with strong SQL and database skills (IBM DB2 or Oracle) preferred
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining MES platforms
familiarity with POMS, POMSnet, Siemens Opcenter Execution Medical Device (Camstar), or Opcenter Pharma (XFP) is a plus
Knowledge of agile and waterfall development methodologies and strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with experience working in manufacturing environments
Experience with cloud‑based MES solutions, IoT technologies, or regulated environments (FDA, ISO, GMP)
Proficiency in English
Spanish or Portuguese language skills are a plus
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Nice to have
Familiarity with POMS, POMSnet, Siemens Opcenter Execution Medical Device (Camstar), or Opcenter Pharma (XFP)
Spanish or Portuguese language skills
What we offer
Paid Time Off
Employee Health & Well-Being Benefits
Continuing Education/ Professional Development
Support for Parents
Employee Assistance Program
Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave