Sr Software Test Engineer - Surgical Robotics

$98,400 - $147,600/Yr

Medtronic - Boston, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Boston, MA

10,001+ employees

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

As a Senior Software Test Engineer at Medtronic, you will be part of a world-class team focused on the development and enhancement of the Robotic Assisted Surgery platform. This role involves utilizing your expertise in software verification techniques for medical systems, developing test strategies, and creating both manual and automated tests to ensure the reliability of sophisticated embedded real-time platforms and control software for surgical instruments. You will also engage with Agile scrum teams and contribute to the training of junior engineers, making a significant impact in the field of medical robotics.

Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies and create manual or automated tests for software verification.
• Troubleshoot defects and build/maintain testing tools.
• Participate in release activities and support electromechanical verification of surgical instruments.
• Engage with Agile scrum teams to verify control software for robotic subsystems.
• Train junior engineers and provide knowledge sharing and demos.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Deep understanding of software verification techniques for medical or regulated systems.
• Knowledge of software architecture and detail designs.

Nice-to-haves

• Medium to advanced level Python or C++ coding ability.
• Medium to Advanced level MATLAB and/or Simulink experience.
• Good communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Medical Product verification and FDA guidance.
• Basic understanding of creating test protocols for verifying software requirements.
• Experience in testing medical devices controlled by software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
• Short-term incentive through the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
• Wide range of benefits and resources to support employees at every career and life stage.