Analyst, IT

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role:

We are looking for an experienced IT analyst to join our team to develop and maintain manufacturing execution system applications for our plants. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, experience in configuring/developing MES applications, and the ability to work with cross functional teams to deliver high quality solutions.

• Design, develop and maintain MES applications and software systems to meet client requirements and standards analyze and troubleshoot software issues to ensure optimal system performance
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions
• Develop, maintain, and enforce coding standards and development best practices including but not limited to establishing naming conventions, requiring developers to add comments for functionality, code formatting, error handling, security, code re-use, application performance standards, version control, and documentation requirements
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior team members.
• Collaborate with the project management team to develop project plans and timelines
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to standards and best practices 
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in the MES industry
• Provide Technical Support to plants as needed

What You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience and software development
• Experience installing, configuring/developing, and maintaining MES applications
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C#, and Java
• Knowledge of MES frameworks such as POMS or POMSnet or Siemens-Opcenter Execution Medical Device (CAMSTAR) or Siemens-Opcenter Execution Pharma (XFP) is a plus
• Experience with SQL and database technologies such as IBM DB2 or Oracle
• Knowledge of software development methodologies such as agile and waterfall
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience in the manufacturing industry
• Experience with cloud-based MES solutions
• Experience with IoT technologies and protocols is a plus
• Experience working in a regulated environment with knowledge of regulatory and industry standards, such as FDA regulations, ISO standards, and GMP
• Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking in English. Spanish and Portuguese are a plus

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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