Senior Systems Analyst, MES
Company: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Location: Novato
Posted on: January 2, 2026
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Job Description:
MES SENIOR SYSTEMS ANALYST SUMMARY The Novato MES Senior Systems
Analyst is responsible for administering and configuring the MES
application, managing user access, and executing validation
protocols. This role involves collaborating with IT infrastructure
for system setup, supporting MES infrastructure issues, and
engaging with vendors for system analysis, migration, and updates.
The analyst manages interfaces between MES and other systems like
SAP and LIMS, develops and executes test protocols, and leads
technical support and troubleshooting efforts. Additional duties
include overseeing documentation, supporting audits and
inspections, leading deviation investigations, implementing
application changes, and contributing to MES enhancements and
project deployments. RESPONSIBILITIES MES application
administration, user management, application configuration and
execution of IQ/OQ protocols for MES System Master Data and
configuration. Work closely with IT Infrastructure team on
configuration and setup of MES infrastructure, databases and
installation of Third-Party Applications. Assists IT Infrastructure
team in supporting issues with MES infrastructure. Configuration
and management of MES Level 4 Interfaces to SAP and LIMS and any
other applications that are integrated with MES. Creation and
execution of test protocols for application changes and for Level
2, Level 3 and Level 4 interfaces to MES. Development of test MBRs,
master data and system master data to support validation testing.
Creation and management of MES configuration documents and IT
administration SOPs and work Instructions. Attends workshops and
meetings with MES vendor for FIT Gap analysis, MES migration
preparation activities, application changes or hotfixes and any
other application specific activities that require vendor
consultation. Assist with and support any site Inspections,
internal audits and any queries relating to MES application.
Participate in and support MES FAT and SAT activities onsite or at
vendor site. Support MES Core and IT Level 4 team in
troubleshooting interface issues and any application issues
affecting performance and execution on the MES application by end
users. Configuration setup and validation of Electronic Data
Interchage (EDI) queries and other external data tools such as
PowerBI. Leads technical support effort for IT related issues in
the MES application and its interfaces. Assist and lead deviation
investigations and corrective actions relating to MES application
and Level 4 interfaces. Implement application changes and
enhancements using standard BioMarin change control processes.
Achieve project deliverables for additional MES phases and
deployments working closely with other team members and with the
MES vendor. Contributes to additional enhancements and improvements
to MES application to meet business requirements or resolve
application issues and end-user experience. Work closely with the
Validation team for execution of validation protocols and test
scripts. Monitors systems message traffic and other MES health
indicators. Constructing, generating and providing reports to
business partners, as required. Other duties, as assigned
EXPERIENCE Required Skills: 3- 5 minimum years of industry
experience and >2 years in a similar roleFamiliarity with the
K?rber PAS-X MES softwareTechnical writing skills to author and/or
edit configuration specifications or system design
documentationStrong technical background and ability to navigate IT
systems and infrastructureAbility to lead discussions and
troubleshoot electronic systems and flow of information across
systemsStrong communication skills Desired Skills: 5 desired number
of years of industry experience and 3-5 years in a similar role
Familiarity with Sap S4/Hana ERP systems EDUCATION BA or BS in a
science or engineering field (or equivalent experience) EQUIPMENT
NA CONTACTS MES Engineers (MBR Modelers), MES Business Analyst(s),
IT, Quality and Manufacturing Business Partners SHIFT DETAILS M-F,
~0800-1700 ONSITE, REMOTE, OR FLEXIBLE Flexible work style with a
minimum of 2 days on-site during regular, non-project related, MES
work. During MES project phase support, additional on-site days may
be required per consultation with the Hiring Manager. TRAVEL
REQUIRED No regular business travel expected. Occasional trips to
the BioMarin Shanbally, Ireland site may be requested. Note: This
description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of
the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general
nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or
assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated
against on the basis of disability. Who We Are BioMarin is a global
biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to
translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the
future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied
our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of
genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a
number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in
genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients
with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best
– people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive
to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers
our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive
approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of
commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have
well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be
first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing
therapeutic options. About Technical Operations BioMarin’s
Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs
for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those
drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians,
scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s
cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality
assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory
standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support
manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs
to patients.
Keywords: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., Danville , Senior Systems Analyst, MES, IT / Software / Systems , Novato, California
