Lead Test & Validation Software Engineer

DESKi; Bordeaux; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A healthcare technology company is seeking a Lead Test & Validation Engineer in Bordeaux, France. This role involves leading the software testing team, ensuring quality and compliance for innovative medical device software. Candidates should have a degree in computer science, proven team leadership experience, and familiarity with industry standards. The position offers a competitive salary, two remote workdays per week, and various employee benefits.

Prestations

Compensation: €45,000 - €55,000 annually

Work from home: 2 days per week

Health insurance: 60% premium coverage

Transportation reimbursement

Sick leave full salary continuation

Meal vouchers

Stock option grants

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a software testing team is essential.
• Experience in regulated environments like medical devices is required.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Javascript or Python is necessary.

Responsabilités

• Lead the software testing and validation team to guarantee quality.
• Design test strategies and validation plans for projects.
• Mentor junior team members and interns in testing processes.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Software testing methodologies

Communication skills

Test automation

Documentation skills

Formation

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or related field

Outils

Jira

XRay

Playwright

Confluence

Git

Description du poste

Overview

Job go live date: Now

Position: Permanent / Full-time

Visa / Workpermit : Must be authorized to work in France or eligible for relocation

Location: Bordeaux, France - on-site

Language : Native French speaker and Applicants are required to master English, orally and in writing

About DESKi

DESKi has built HeartFocus (https : / / www.heartfocus.ai), a revolutionary, AI-driven heart exam software, and FDA cleared that empowers any healthcare professional to perform world-class echos from any device, anywhere.

Driven by the belief No heart can wait ™, HeartFocus provides a life-saving solution for heart patients, facilitating early detection and disease prevention. After 4 years of research and having secured its financing, DESKi has started commercialization in September 2025 in the USA. We are seeking a Lead Test & Validation Engineer to play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, compliance, and performance of HeartFocus iPad application (https : / / apps.apple.com / us / app / heartfocus / id6572298620), HeartFocus Portal website (https : / / portal.heartfocus.ai / ), and internal software.

Mission

Lead Testing and Validation Software Engineer Responsibilities :

• Lead the software testing and validation team to guarantee product quality and reliability.
• Design test strategies and validation plans for different projects.
• Guarantee the quality and reliability of HeartFocus on iOS / Android, HeartFocus Portal and internal web applications.
• Collaborate with product owners, software developers, and regulatory experts to develop and carry out thorough testing and validation plans.
• Implement test automation for mobile and web applications.
• Mentor a more junior colleague or an apprentice or intern.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading & organize the test team activities
• Design, develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for DESKi's software products, covering functional, performance, and regulatory requirements
• Create and maintain test regulatory documents : test plans, test reports
• Collaborate with the development team to identify and document software defects, design flaws, and work closely to ensure timely resolution.
• Perform manual testing of software applications to ensure accuracy, stability, and compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Design and maintain test environments replicating real-world scenarios and conditions of use.
• Design and create automated tests with software developers
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements to ensure that our testing practices remain aligned with best practices.
• Participate in reviews and drafting of regulatory requirements.

Your Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in leading a software testing and validation team
• Proven experience in software testing and validation in the medical devices industry or a similar regulated environment.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as ISO 13485, IEC 62304, FDA regulations, and other relevant guidelines.
• In-depth understanding of software testing methodologies, including manual and automated testing.
• Experience with test automation frameworks such as Playwright.
• Master Jira, XRay, Gherkin, Cucumber
• Familiarity with Confluence and Git.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Javascript, Python, Bash).
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

What we propose

• Compensation : €45,000 - €55,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Work from home : 2 days per week
• Health Insurance : Alan coverage of 60% of premiums for employee and dependents.
• Transportation : Reimbursement of commuter expenses for public transit or Sustainable mobility allowance.
• Sick Leave : Full salary continuation for employees with less than one year tenure.
• Meal vouchers provided.
• Stock option grants included.

Your application should include the following

• A short introduction
• CV
• Your start date

Hiring process :

• Meeting with Audrey (HR & OM) & David (CTO) to understand motivations and background, and assess the alignment with the position.
• Second more in-depth discussion with David & Lucie to address technical scope, company culture, and evaluate the candidate's capabilities.
• Reference check.
• Interview with Olivier (Founder and Product Director)