Senior Software Design Assurance Engineer

Hologic, Inc.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 97,600 - 152,700; Full time

Job summary

Hologic, Inc. seeks a Senior Software Design Assurance Engineer in Newark, DE, responsible for quality and regulatory compliance of medical device software. This role requires strong knowledge of regulations and the software development lifecycle, emphasizing risk management and collaboration.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position includes a competitive salary range of $97,600-$152,700, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of medical device industry experience or 3+ years with a Master’s degree.
• Proven track record in applying medical device regulations to software projects.
• Experience in leading design assurance activities through product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance of medical device software.
• Establish software design controls and verification/validation processes.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver compliant software solutions.

Skills

Agile/iterative design controls

Software verification and validation (V&V)

Statistical software (e.g., Minitab)

Software security skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

The Senior Software Design Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality, safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance of medical device software throughout the product lifecycle. This role focuses on establishing and maintaining robust software design controls, driving rigorous verification and validation processes, and collaborating with engineering teams to deliver dependable and compliant software solutions for both standalone and embedded medical devices.

Knowledge

• In-depth understanding of medical device regulations (e.g., FDA, EU MDR, ISO 13485, IEC 62304) for Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) and embedded systems.
• Strong grasp of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and its application to safety-critical systems.
• Expertise in risk management per ISO 14971, including Hazard Analysis and FMEA.
• Familiarity with usability principles and IEC 62366 to enhance product safety and effectiveness.
• Knowledge of regulatory and safety challenges for AI/ML in medical devices.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab) for data analysis.

Skills

• Ability to mature Quality Management System (QMS) processes using Agile/iterative design controls.
• Hands‑on experience in full SDLC for safety‑critical applications.
• Defining and executing robust software verification and validation (V&V) strategies.
• Integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and leveraging data analytics for continuous improvement.
• Advanced project documentation, requirements management, and version control.
• Software security skills, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
• Excellent communication for cross‑functional collaboration and technical presentations.

Behavior

• Collaborative approach, working closely with cross-functional teams (R&D, Regulatory, Marketing, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering).
• Leadership in guiding teams on best practices for software development and compliance.
• Proactive in identifying process gaps, recommending improvements, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Creative and effective problem‑solving, ensuring innovative solutions without compromising quality or compliance.
• Commitment to maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline with 5+ years of medical device industry experience, or a Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Proven track record in applying medical device regulations and standards to software projects.
• Experience in leading design assurance activities, risk management, verification, and validation throughout the product lifecycle.
• Participation in new product development and sustaining product projects, ensuring clear scope and objectives are met.
• Involvement in regulatory inspections and remediation initiatives.

Why join Hologic?

We are committed to making Hologic the destination for top talent. For you to succeed, we want to enable you with the tools and knowledge required and so we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career.

The annualized base salary range for this role is $97,600-$152,700 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, education, business needs and market demand.

Agency and Third-Party Recruiter Notice

Agencies that submit a resume to Hologic must have a current executed Hologic Agency Agreement executed by a member of the Human Resource Department. In addition, Agencies may only submit candidates to positions for which they have been invited to do so by a Hologic Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to the Hologic Recruiter under these terms or they will not be considered.

Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer inclusive of disability and veterans.