Software Quality Engineer I

3205 St. Jude Medical, Cardiology Division, I; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Software Quality Engineer I for an onsite role in Sylmar, CA. You will support design quality activities across the software lifecycle for mobile apps and cloud-connected health solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality systems and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include risk management, verification and validation, and test strategy reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree in Computer science, software engineering or a closely related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum 2-5+ years of combined experience in software quality, software development, software verification and validation, software testing, or related engineering role.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies including Agile development practices.
• Fundamental understanding of software engineering principles and quality systems.
• Programming experience in C/C#/Visual Studio/Java, Scripting Language such as Python, Ruby, Perl.
• Experience with software configuration, and issue tracking tools such as GIT, Jira, Azure DevOps, ClearQuest, DOORS.
• Experience with test automation and analysis tools such as Selenium, Appium, Postman, API testing tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support design quality activities throughout the software development lifecycle, including requirements reviews, risk management, software verification and validation, traceability assessment, cybersecurity assessments and defect management.
• Review software lifecycle deliverables, participate in design and release reviews, and ensure software development activities align with Design Control requirements, software lifecycle standards, and risk management processes.
• Support software risk management activities in accordance with ISO 14971 and internal procedures.
• Evaluate software defects and assess potential product quality impacts.
• Participate in investigation and resolution of software-related quality issues.
• Gain familiarity with testing methodology, processes, tools templates, environment, and work with cross functional teams to complete tasks assigned.
• Review system, integration, regression, usability, and mobile application testing verification strategies, protocols, reports, and test evidence.
• Review test coverage to ensure adequate verification of requirements and risk controls.
• Complete Document Change Request Reviews in a timely and objective manner.
• Drive continuous improvement activities and support investigations, CAPAs, and compliance initiatives related to software products and processes.
• Support preparation and maintenance of Design History File (DHF) and software lifecycle documentation.
• Support internal & external audit and related responses.
• Additional duties may be identified by functional management based on the current project/business objectives.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Visual Studio

Python

Ruby

Perl

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

Git

Jira

Azure DevOps

ClearQuest

DOORS

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION: WORKING AT ABBOTT At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

This is an ONSITE role based out of Sylmar, CA The Software Quality Engineer I provides design quality engineering support for the development and maintenance of mobile medical device software applications and connected digital health solutions. This role partners closely with software development, systems engineering, cybersecurity, product management, clinical, and regulatory teams to ensure software products are developed in accordance with applicable quality system regulations, industry standards, and company procedures. The position will primarily support native mobile applications (iOS and Android), cloud-connected healthcare solutions, and related software systems.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Support design quality activities throughout the software development lifecycle, including requirements reviews, risk management, software verification and validation, traceability assessment, cybersecurity assessments and defect management.
• Review software lifecycle deliverables, participate in design and release reviews, and ensure software development activities align with Design Control requirements, software lifecycle standards, and risk management processes.
• Support software risk management activities in accordance with ISO 14971 and internal procedures.
• Evaluate software defects and assess potential product quality impacts.
• Participate in investigation and resolution of software-related quality issues.
• Gain familiarity with testing methodology, processes, tools templates, environment, and work with cross functional teams to complete tasks assigned.
• Review system, integration, regression, usability, and mobile application testing verification strategies, protocols, reports, and test evidence.
• Review test coverage to ensure adequate verification of requirements and risk controls.
• Complete Document Change Request Reviews in a timely and objective manner.
• Drive continuous improvement activities and support investigations, CAPAs, and compliance initiatives related to software products and processes.
• Support preparation and maintenance of Design History File (DHF) and software lifecycle documentation.
• Support internal & external audit and related responses.
• Additional duties may be identified by functional management based on the current project/business objectives.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor level degree in Computer science, software engineering or a closely related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum 2-5+ years of combined experience in software quality, software development, software verification and validation, software testing, or related engineering role.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies including Agile development practices.
• Fundamental understanding of software engineering principles and quality systems.
• Programming experience in C/C#/Visual Studio/Java, Scripting Language such as Python, Ruby, Perl.
• Experience with software configuration, and issue tracking tools such as GIT, Jira, Azure DevOps, ClearQuest, DOORS.
• Experience with test automation and analysis tools such as Selenium, Appium, Postman, API testing tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast‑paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow‑up skills, as well as attention to detail.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience supporting development and deployment of mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms.
• Experience working in a regulated industry such as medical devices, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, or automotive.
• Familiarity with medical device software standards including IEC 62304, ISO 14971, IEC 62366, IEC 82304-1, FDA Quality System requirements.
• Knowledge of mobile application architecture and development concepts.
• Experience reviewing software requirements, test protocols, and design documentation.
• Familiarity with software defect tracking and requirements management tools.
• Experience with cloud‑connected, distributed, or client‑server software systems.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure software development practices.

The base pay for this position is $73,900.00 – $116,000.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management LOCATION: United States > Sylmar : 13150 Telfair Avenue ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential - because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions - across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.