Senior Software Test Engineer

Boston Scientific • Maple Grove, MN

15h • $85,000 - $161,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Boston Scientific is seeking a highly motivated, results-driven Sr Software Test Engineer to join our Coronary Therapies R&D team, working on innovative products that sustain and improve the lives of patients around the world. Join a fast-growing, talented team as we invest in a best-in-class software product using best-in-class software practices. This role will also help lead a team of six. The successful candidate will participate in medical device software verification and validation in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Testing medical device applications requires rigor and attention to detail to meet industry and regulatory standards. We are looking for a motivated and creative software application test engineer with a strong focus on quality and expertise in requirements-based software test automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of five years’ relevant professional experience with a bachelor’s degree, or minimum of three years’ relevant professional experience with a master’s degree, demonstrating consistent delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Minimum of three years’ hands-on test automation experience, including the design, development and execution of automated test suites to improve efficiency.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python, with the ability to architect scalable frameworks, optimize code for performance and mentor others on best practices.
• Demonstrated technical leadership through leading cross-functional teams, driving complex projects to completion, mentoring others and influencing technical direction to achieve measurable outcomes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with behavior-driven development (BDD) practices and proficiency in Gherkin syntax.
• Ability to design test infrastructure and select appropriate tools for implementation.
• Familiarity with Windows services and desktop application development, including the ability to install, configure and troubleshoot Windows-based environments.
• Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Jama Connect, Bitbucket, Git and Jenkins.
• Experience contributing to medical device projects in Agile environments, with adherence to IEC 62304 and IEC 60601 standards.
• Knowledge of secure software development life cycle (SSDLC) methodologies.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell and Python.
• Hands-on testing capabilities using C#, C++, HTTP and MQTT.
• Strong understanding of network analysis tools, including tcpdump, Nmap and Wireshark.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, design and execution of test strategies to ensure alignment with project goals and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate and prioritize test activities within projects while facilitating communication among cross-functional teams regarding objectives, timelines and deliverables.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced test engineers, supporting their growth and knowledge sharing.
• Develop, track and present test metrics, progress and quality reports to senior management.
• Lead root cause analysis of test failures, coordinate resolutions and support continuous improvement by evaluating new tools and best practices.
• Ensure traceability of test cases to requirements and compliance with industry standards, and represent the test team in meetings, audits and reviews.

Benefits

• The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role.
• Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs.
• At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.
• Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
• Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior