Principal Software Automation Test Engineer – Medical Devices

Medtronic•Boxborough, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Medtronic, you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A career at Medtronic is like no other. We’re purposeful. We’re committed. And we’re driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health and extend life for millions of people worldwide. As a test engineer within the CST Enabling TechnologiesPlatforms and Solutions Research and Development organization you will utilize your expertise in test and engineering to delivering cutting edge intra-operative imaging, navigation and robotic-assisted surgery technology to improve patient outcomes and surgical efficiency. CST The Cranial & Spinal Technologies business develops life-restoring therapies and healthcare solutions that span the care continuum; integrating technologies and applying clinical and economic evidence to increase patient access, improve efficiency of procedures and deliver successful patient outcomes.

Requirements

BS degree in a related engineering discipline required (software, biomedical, etc.)
Minimum of 8 years relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Able to handle multiple tasks/projects
Experience with Agile and iterative development practices
Experience with development within a regulated environment
Understanding of federal and international medical device regulations, such as FDA QSR, ISO 14971, 62304, and 13485, and EU MDR
Experience with LabView or TestComplete
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communications, time management, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Evaluate requirements for quality and completeness to ensure they meet the user needs.
Develop test methods to be used in verification.
Lead over all automated test strategy and implementation.
Reduce overall test burden through structured automation of existing and new testing.
Plan and Implement automation using LabView, TestComplete , and similar utilities.
Design stand alone automation applications as needed for specialized functionality.
Use of AI tools for developing testing, automation, and documentation.
Testing of advanced image reconstruction and processing algorithms.
Participate in all phases of product development as needed such as reviewing requirements, design, usability, risk assessment and defects.
Responsible for identifying and cataloging of software defects in assigned functional areas.
Assist in triage, investigation and resolution of software defects.
Identifies, plans and executes test process improvements as a means to continually improve the performance of the Test Engineering team.
Generate test protocols based on product requirements and project needs.
Set up and use of physical imaging phantoms.
Document and report test results.
Effectively communicate and present findings.
Collaborate and maintain excellent working relationships with team members and stakeholders.
Perform all activities in compliance with the Quality System.
Performs duties in compliance with environmental, health and safety related site rules, policies or governmental regulations.
All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)