Sr. Software Test Engineer - Diabetes Care Division - (Mississauga)

Abbott Laboratories; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Lead Software Test Engineer to revolutionize diabetes management through advanced technology. In this role, you will lead software testing efforts, mentor junior engineers, and enhance automation processes within a dynamic Agile environment. Your expertise in Python and CI/CD will be critical in optimizing testing frameworks and ensuring compliance with medical industry standards. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diverse opportunities and empowers you to shape the future of healthcare technology. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in Software Testing and Quality Assurance.
• Experience in regulated industries and mobile applications testing.

Responsibilities

• Complete software testing within the Agile SDLC process.
• Mentor junior team members and provide automation solutions.

Skills

Software Testing

Python

Automation Frameworks

Agile Methodologies

CI/CD Pipelines

Mobile Applications Testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Automation Tools

CI/CD Tools

Job description

At Abbott, we believe people with diabetes should have the freedom to enjoy active lives. That’s why we’re focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health more effectively and comfortably, with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology. Our Diabetes division inAlameda, CA,currently has an opportunity for a Lead Software Test Engineer.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Complete software testing and activities in conjunction for user stories within the Agile SDLC process

• Review deliverables/activities as identified in the test plans for accuracy, consistency, completeness and compliance. Ensure adequate test coverage for every release

• Review deliverables/activities as identified in the test plans for accuracy, consistency, completeness and compliance. Ensure adequate test coverage for every release

• Mentor and provide day to day guidance to the junior members of the software test team. Review work to ensure compliance and quality

• Provide feedback and suggest improvements to the Agile SDLC process

• Strategically incorporate automated testing into the SDLC

• Evaluate new tools for adoption within the organization

• Develop and Optimize Automation Scripts and Frameworks: Design, code, and manage automation scripts using Python. Focus on enhancing the efficiency and scalability of these scripts across various applications, from data handling to system configurations.

• Automation of Testing Processes: Develop comprehensive automated testing frameworks to support both unit and integration testing. Ensure these frameworks adhere to the rigorous quality standards of the medical industry.

• Implement and Manage CI/CD Pipelines: Build and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using Agile methodologies, which facilitate regular software updates and integrations without disrupting service quality.

• Automation Solutions Customization: Tailor automation solutions to meet the specific needs of the medical industry, focusing on regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

• Maintenance and Enhancement of Automated Systems: Regularly review and optimize existing automation systems. Identify new opportunities for automation within the company’s processes to reduce manual intervention and increase reliability.

• Collaboration and Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and support to other team members on best practices in automation. Lead automation projects and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business and technical requirements.

• Technical Documentation and System Documentation: Produce high-quality documentation for all automated systems and updates. Ensure documentation meets compliance standards required in the medical industry.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU’LL BRING

Required

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in a scientific, technical, or engineering discipline.

• 4 years’ experience in Software Testing and/or Software Quality Assurance.

• 4 years’ experience of working in a regulated industry

• 1 year experience working as Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

• Must be technically strong and have experience testing mobile applications

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Medical Device experience strongly preferred.

• Experience in an agile development environment preferred.

• Experience with embedded systems and integration testing with external systems preferred

• Cyber security, medical mobile applications or cloud computing experience preferred.

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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