Abbott Laboratories, a global healthcare leader, is hiring a Senior IT Specialist to join our Diabetes Care Division in Donegal. You’ll support IT systems in a high-tech manufacturing environment, driving digital integration, data management, and infrastructure reliability for advanced medical devices.
About the Role
As a Senior IT Specialist, you’ll manage the IT systems supporting production of the FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors. This role blends hands-on technical troubleshooting with strategic systems support in a regulated manufacturing setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform IT and business process support for manufacturing operations.
- Diagnose and resolve system issues; lead preventive action and root-cause analysis.
- Lead software upgrades, integration projects, and network configurations.
- Manage and document system validation and change control processes.
- Support cybersecurity and system performance monitoring.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams on applications, projects, and process improvement.
- Provide 24×7 on-call production support as part of a rotation.
Required Qualifications
Essential
- Bachelor’s degree in Computing, IT, or related discipline (Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality).
- Experience in manufacturing or GMP environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with SQL, scripting, and data management.
- Knowledge of Windows servers, MS Office, and ERP/MES systems.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred
- SAP or QMS experience.
- Oracle knowledge and web application development familiarity.
- Experience supporting validated systems in medical device or pharma industries.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Pension, healthcare, and bonus plan.
- Professional development and career growth with a global leader.
- Supportive, inclusive culture focused on innovation in healthcare technology.
- On-site, full-time role in Donegal, Ireland.
Ready to Apply?
Applications close on (11 November 2025).
Click below to apply directly through Abbott’s official portal.