Software Development Engineer in Test

Audioptics Medical Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEISS Meditec Halifax is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to design and execute test strategies for medical device software. You will collaborate with diverse teams across R&D, manufacturing, clinical, quality, regulatory and IT to verify that software meets its specifications and is well documented.

You will develop robust hardware abstraction layers, participate in code reviews, manage test scripts and CI/CD pipelines, and lead verification and validation of device and equipment

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Computer Science/Computer Engineering or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in test development and execution in a heavily regulated industry.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python; Bash/PowerShell is a plus.
• Experience with electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, function generators).
• Experience with software/hardware verification and test automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams.
• Create, review, and execute test procedures for medical device software.
• Develop hardware abstraction layers and participate in code reviews.
• Lead verification and validation of device and equipment software and tests.
• Support risk management and cybersecurity initiatives at the Halifax site.

Skills

C++

Python

English

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science / Computer Engineering or equivalent education and experience

Tools

Visual Studio

Atlassian suite

Zephyr scale

Putty

NI-VISA

Job description

About Us

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 46,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

Location/Region

This position is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

What’s the role?

Join Zeiss Meditec-Halifax as a Software Development Engineer in Test and become an integral part of our pioneering ETP R&D hub in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are looking for a passionate, creative, and adaptable professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is driven by innovation. If you have a solutions-oriented mindset and a commitment to advancing medical technology through exceptional design, this role is perfect for you. As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will leverage your software development and testing expertise to develop and execute test strategies for medical device software. As an integral member of interdisciplinary projects of varying complexity, you will ensure software meets specifications through well-documented test procedures and reports. Your work will encompass the design and development of medical device software interfaces and leading their verification.

Sound Interesting? Here’s what you’ll do:

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work seamlessly with a diverse team, including R&D, manufacturing, clinical, quality, regulatory, purchasing, and marketing, to achieve project goals.
• Documentation and Testing: Write, review, and execute test procedures for medical device software using automated frameworks and tools where possible to streamline testing processes and enhance efficiency. Generate 510(k) submission documentation, including architecture, design specifications, test plans, and requirements.
• Software Development: Develop robust hardware abstraction layers for both off-the-shelf and custom device hardware. Participate in code, document, and quality reviews, identifying and resolving bugs with developers through insightful diagnosis and root cause analysis. Manage test script repositories (e.g., versioning, releases, CI/CD).
• Verification and Validation: Collaborate with systems and component hardware engineers to develop test strategies for medical device verification. Lead the verification and validation of device software, equipment software, and test scripts.
• Risk Management: Contribute to risk management activities and lead Cybersecurity initiatives for the Halifax site in consultation with ZEISS Cybersecurity.

Working Relationships:

• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software, purchasing, manufacturing, quality, marketing, and clinical teams.
• External Interaction: Engage with clinical staff, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and regulatory agencies.

Working Environment:

• Onsite Collaboration: As part of our lean R&D team, onsite work in our Halifax office during regular hours is essential for collaborative success.
• Travel Opportunities: Occasional travel may be required to other ZEISS locations, including Oberkochen, Germany and California, USA.

Do you qualify?

• Educational Background: Bachelor of Computer Science / Computer Engineering or equivalent education and experience.
• Professional Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in test development and execution, with experience in a heavily regulated industry considered an asset.
• Technical Experience: Strong appreciation for well-specified and documented testing, with experience developing tests with software and hardware components. Familiarity with electronic test equipment, such as oscilloscopes and function generators.
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in C++ and Python. Familiarity with Bash/PowerShell scripting is considered an asset.
• Development and Testing Tools: Expertise in Visual Studio, Atlassian suite, Zephyr scale, Putty, and NI-VISA.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Exceptional troubleshooting and debugging abilities.
• Interpersonal Skills and Communication: Enthusiasm for working collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams, fostering a cooperative and productive work environment. Adept at conveying complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in English, with basic German language skills considered an asset.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Jo Anne Mittelman

As part of our recruitment process, we currently do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assess applications or make hiring decisions. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Accommodation:

ZEISS is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices. Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We’re excited to have you on board:

Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day - in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity.