Senior Software QA Engineer I

100 Merit Medical Systems, Inc.; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Onsite clinic

Job summary

Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is seeking a software quality professional in Utah to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance for software in medical devices and related systems.

You will collaborate across departments on embedded, application, cloud, and manufacturing software, focusing on design controls, risk management, and post-market surveillance.

Qualifications

• Eight years of experience in software assurance or regulated software development.
• Knowledge of IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820 / QMSR FDA software validation and CSA guidance.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains software quality plans aligned with design controls and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures compliance with 21 CFR 820.30, ISO 13485, and internal procedures.
• Leads software risk analysis (FMEA, hazard analysis, fault-tree analysis) and CSA risk activities.
• Reviews and approves protocols, traceability matrices, and reports; ensures clarity and testability.
• Evaluates and qualifies software suppliers (audits, risk-based assessments).
• Leads investigations for software-related issues and field events.
• Ensures robust change management, impact analysis, and regression strategies.
• Partners on vulnerability management, secure design, and patching strategies.
• Supports trending, field analysis, and risk updates for released software.

Skills

Software assurance

Regulated software development

Requirements interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Jira

Monday.com

Job description

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Ensures that software used in Merit medical devices, manufacturing systems, and supporting digital platforms meets the highest standards of safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Partners closely across departments to ensure that all software—embedded, application-level, cloud, or manufacturing-related—meets design control, risk management, and post‑market surveillance expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

• Develops and maintains software quality plans aligned with design controls and global regulatory requirements.
• Ensures compliance with 21 CFR 820.30, ISO 13485, and internal procedures.
• Leads software risk analysis (FMEA, hazard analysis, fault‑tree analysis) and CSA risk activities.
• Reviews and approves protocols, traceability matrices, and reports; requirements for clarity, completeness, and testability.
• Evaluates and qualifies software suppliers (audits, risk‑based assessments).
• Leads investigations for software‑related issues and field events.
• Ensures robust change management, impact analysis, and regression strategies.
• Partners on vulnerability management, secure design, and patching strategies.
• Supports trending, field analysis, and risk updates for released software.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.
• Writing
• Sitting
• Standing
• Bending
• Visual acuity
• Reading
• Field of vision/peripheral

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in software assurance or regulated software development.
• Strong knowledge of: IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820 / QMSR FDA software validation and CSA guidance.
• Experience with requirements/tools (e.g., Jira, Monday.com).
• Ability to interpret architecture, code structure, and test coverage.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in Class II or Class III medical devices.
• Experience with AI/ML in regulated environments.
• Experience with cyber‑security standards (e.g., UL 2900).
• Certifications such as ASQ CSQE, ISTQB, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Experience in independently performing Advanced Operations or manufacturing software validation.

COMPETENCIES

• Interpersonal skills
• Organization
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Problem Solving

COMMENTS

• Infectious Control Risk Category III: The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.
• Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights.
• Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days).
• Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic.
• Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias.
• Employee Garden | Gardening Classes.
• 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays.
• 401K | Health Savings Account.

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers. Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply. Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans. Founded in 1987, Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit serves client hospitals worldwide with a domestic and international sales force and clinical support team totaling in excess of 500 individuals. Merit employs approximately 6,000 people worldwide with facilities in South Jordan, Utah; Pearland, Texas; Richmond, Virginia; Aliso Viejo, California; Maastricht and Venlo, The Netherlands; Paris, France; Galway, Ireland; Beijing, China; Tijuana, Mexico; Joinville, Brazil; Ontario, Canada; Melbourne, Australia; Tokyo, Japan; Reading, United Kingdom; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Singapore. UNDERSTAND. INNOVATE. DELIVER. Merit Medical is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit has made it a priority to understand customers, innovate, and deliver life-changing products and services.