Senior Test Engineer - Onsite

Medtronic•Lafayette, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Test Engineer leads verification and validation activities for software and system-level functionality in complex medical device products. The position partners with cross-functional engineering teams to define test strategies, develop automated and manual test solutions, analyze results, and support product quality throughout the development lifecycle. The role is part of Medtronic’s Neuromodulation Operating Unit, which develops technologies for MRI-guided therapies, computer-assisted surgery, and laser ablation systems. It is based in Lafayette, Colorado, and follows an onsite work model involving 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 at least 4 years of experience, or an advanced degree and at least 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.
Candidates for roles below Principal level must have unrestricted U.S. work authorization at hire and for the duration of employment.

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 FDA Quality System Regulation (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 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.
Short-term incentive through the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
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 for all regular employees.
401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
Short-term disability, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Employee Assistance Program.
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, subject to IRS earning minimums.
Capital Accumulation Plan for Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums.