Senior Test Engineer - Onsite

Medtronic•Lafayette, CO

2d•$103,200 - $154,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Neuromodulation Operating Unit develops technologies for MRI-guided therapies, computer-assisted surgery, and laser ablation systems. It works across systems, software, and product development teams to deliver medical technologies supporting clinical decision-making, procedural accuracy, and treatment effectiveness. The Senior Test Engineer leads verification and validation activities for software and system-level functionality in complex medical device products. Working with cross-functional engineering teams, this role defines test strategies, develops automated and manual test solutions, analyzes results, and supports product quality throughout the development lifecycle. The position is based in Lafayette, Colorado, follows an onsite work model, and requires regular collaboration with engineering teams, laboratories, and test environments. Travel is expected to be less than 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering and 4+ years of experience, or an advanced degree and 2+ years of experience in software, systems, or test engineering.
Experience developing and executing software or system verification testing.
Experience creating technical documentation, test protocols, and test reports.
Experience working on cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
For baccalaureate degrees earned outside the United States, a degree satisfying the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience testing regulated medical devices.
Experience developing test automation frameworks and automated test solutions.
Experience with GUI, integration, system, and reliability testing methodologies.
Knowledge of Food and Drug Administration Quality System Regulation (FDA QSR) requirements.
Experience leading technical projects or mentoring engineers.

Responsibilities

Lead verification activities for software and system-level features across new product development programs.
Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test solutions for GUI, integration, reliability, and system testing.
Develop test protocols, procedures, and documentation required to demonstrate product compliance and performance.
Collaborate with software, systems, and quality engineering teams to review requirements, designs, and risk controls.
Analyze test results, investigate defects, and drive resolution of technical issues.
Identify opportunities to improve test methods, automation capabilities, and development processes.
Provide technical leadership, project planning input, and guidance to less experienced engineers.
Communicate testing progress, risks, and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Health Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Life insurance and long-term disability leave for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Dependent daycare spending account and tuition assistance or reimbursement for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Simple Steps global well-being program for eligible regular employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Incentive plans, including eligibility for the short-term Medtronic Incentive Plan.
401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
Short-term disability.
Paid time off and 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.