Software Automation Test Engineer I

Jobtailor; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Massachusetts seeks a test automation engineer to craft and maintain a flexible automation framework for medical device software. You will investigate new technologies, document results, and drive quality improvements across the SDLC while collaborating with engineers to resolve defects.

We value proficiency in Python and C++, experience with test case management tools, and knowledge of IEC-62304/FDA guidelines. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 0 years of relevant experience.
• Programming experience in Python, C++, or similar languages.
• Knowledge of Medical Product verification, IEC-62304 and FDA guidance in a technical discipline, preferably software related.
• Foundational understanding of creating test protocols for verifying software requirements.
• Experienced test automation in robotics or related industry.
• Ability to manage, track and upgrade multiple hardware and software configurations.
• Understanding of good documentation practices.
• Experience using a tool or repository for managing test cases (Polarion, TFS, TestRail, JAMA etc)
• Experience debugging hardware with tools such as oscilloscope and function generators
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Responsibilities

• Craft a flexible and reliable test automation framework tailored to our company and product needs
• Investigate, propose, and implement new technologies or processes which improve the reliability and efficiency of automation
• Maintain broad understanding of current testing software technologies
• Perform workflow analysis, document test results and recommend quality improvements
• Apply the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle
• Work with engineers to resolve software defects and diagnose/improve product configuration for current and future models

Skills

Test Automation

Python

C++

Medical Product Verification

Test Case Management

Documentation Practices

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Polarion

TFS

TestRail

JAMA

Oscilloscope

Function Generators

Job description

• Craft a flexible and reliable test automation framework tailored to our company and product needs
• Investigate, propose, and implement new technologies or processes which improve the reliability and efficiency of automation
• Maintain broad understanding of current testing software technologies
• Perform workflow analysis, document test results and recommend quality improvements
• Apply the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle
• Work with engineers to resolve software defects and diagnose/improve product configuration for current and future models

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 0 years of relevant experience
• Programming experience in Python, C++, or similar languages
• Knowledge of Medical Product verification, IEC-62304 and FDA guidance in a technical discipline, preferably software related
• Foundational understanding of creating test protocols for verifying software requirements
• Experienced test automation in robotics or related industry
• Ability to manage, track and upgrade multiple hardware and software configurations
• Understanding of good documentation practices
• Experience using a tool or repository for managing test cases (Polarion, TFS, TestRail, JAMA etc)
• Experience debugging hardware with tools such as oscilloscope and function generators
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in test automation framework development, particularly in Python and C++. Proficient in medical product verification standards and effective documentation practices to enhance software quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Test Automation Framework Development
• Python Programming
• Medical Product Verification
• Test Case Management Tools
• Debugging Hardware

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Python
• C++
• Test Automation
• Test Protocol Creation
• Workflow Analysis
• Software Debugging
• Configuration Management
• Quality Improvement Recommendations
• Documentation Practices
• Robotics Industry Experience

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Collaborative Work Style

Industry Keywords

• IEC-62304
• FDA Guidance
• Software Development Life Cycle
• Medical Device Software

Tools & Technologies

• Polarion
• TFS
• TestRail
• JAMA
• Oscilloscope
• Function Generators