R&D Tech IV

Boston Scientific; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific Valencia, CA location seeks a skilled technician to perform system verification testing on implantable neuromodulation systems and external accessories. You will execute manual and automated tests, configure test stations, and document results with GDP-compliant records.

The role requires at least five years of relevant experience, familiarity with lab equipment, and knowledge of Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi connectivity. Office tools like Excel are essential for data analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of technician or medical-device testing experience.
• Experience in system-level verification/validation testing (manual and automated).
• Experience testing implantable medical-device systems preferred (SCS/DBS/PNS).
• Proficiency with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, signal generators.
• Understanding of Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi tech including pairing and connectivity checks.

Responsibilities

• Execute system verification testing for implantable neuromodulation systems and accessories.
• Perform manual and automated tests using established frameworks and lab procedures.
• Set up, configure, operate, and troubleshoot test stations and fixtures.
• Record results with complete, traceable documentation per GDP and procedures.
• Communicate test anomalies and support root-cause investigations with engineering.
• Analyze numerical and graphical test data using Excel and other Office tools.

Skills

Manual Testing

Automated Testing

System Verification

Implantable devices

Bluetooth/WiFi

Excel analytics

GDP familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in electronics or related

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Power supplies

Signal generators

Data acquisition equipment

Electronic measurement tools

Test automation tools

Job description

Additional Location(s): US-CA-Los Angeles

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high‑performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About this role:

Works with project teams, R&D technicians, engineers and scientists in the development and analysis of products, materials, processes, or equipment.

• Execute system verification testing of implantable neuromodulation systems, including SCS, DBS, and PNS products and their external accessories.
• Perform manual testing and run automated tests using established test automation frameworks, tools, scripts, and laboratory procedures.
• Set up, configure, operate, and troubleshoot system verification test stations, fixtures, simulators, and supporting infrastructure.
• Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), power supplies, signal generators, data acquisition equipment, and electronic measurement tools.
• Configure and verify wired and wireless communication interfaces, including Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi connectivity.
• Review test protocols, product requirements, system specifications, drawings, and work instructions to ensure test readiness and correct execution.
• Record test results accurately and maintain complete, traceable documentation in accordance with approved procedures and Good Documentation Practices.
• Identify, document, and communicate test anomalies, failures, and equipment issues; support troubleshooting and root‑cause investigations with engineering teams.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize numerical and graphical test data using advanced Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Support verification method development, test automation improvements, fixture qualification, and test process optimization.
• Maintain laboratory readiness, equipment status, test assets, and required safety practices.

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of relevant technician, laboratory, verification, or medical-device testing experience; an associate degree in electronics, engineering technology, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience executing system‑level verification or validation tests using both manual methods and automated test frameworks.
• Experience testing implantable medical-device systems, preferably SCS, DBS, PNS, or comparable active implantable systems.
• Proficiency using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, and other electronic laboratory equipment.
• Working understanding of Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi technologies, including device pairing, configuration, connectivity checks, and basic troubleshooting.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel for data organization, analysis, formulas, tables, and charts; Word for controlled documentation; and PowerPoint for technical summaries.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, system specifications, test protocols, schematics, drawings, and equipment instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to follow controlled procedures, produce accurate records, and work effectively with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail, organization, quality, and follow-through.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment and comply with laboratory safety requirements.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in a regulated medical-device environment and familiarity with design controls, verification documentation, Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Experience with test automation tools, scripting, automated result collection, or maintaining system test infrastructure.
• Experience troubleshooting integrated systems that include implantable devices, external controllers or programmers, chargers, accessories, firmware, and software applications.
• Familiarity with defect tracking, requirements management, configuration management, or electronic test record systems.
• Strong teamwork, problem‑solving, organizational, and mentoring skills with a proactive, quality‑focused approach.

Work Mode

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. requiring employees to be present in our Valencia, CA office, at least four to five days per week.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

VISA

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time.

Requisition ID: 636779

Minimum Salary: $ 64272

Maximum Salary: $ 109304

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non‑exempt (hourly), non‑sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non‑sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long‑term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high‑performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID‑19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety‑sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety‑sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.