Software Test Engineer – Molecular Imaging (PET/CT)

Siemens Healthineers in; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Healthineers in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Software Test Engineer for Molecular Imaging (PET/CT) within the R&D organization. You will validate software, documentation, and installation workflows across PET/CT systems, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure high-quality, reliable products.

The role emphasizes cross-functional interaction, identifying issues early, and improving testing and documentation processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Imaging or related technical discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in software testing or related engineering discipline.
• Experience developing and executing test cases and documenting software defects.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in cross-functional product development environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute system, software, and installation testing across multiple Molecular Imaging development projects.
• Review product requirements with Product Management and R&D to ensure testability and verifiability.
• Develop test cases, test plans, and validation strategies from product requirements.
• Identify, document, and track software defects; drive issue resolution with engineering teams.
• Validate service documentation, installation procedures, release notes, and reinstall instructions for accuracy and usability.
• Review technical documentation and collaborate to improve quality and consistency.
• Support software releases, tune-ups, configurations, and product updates for PET/CT systems.
• Participate in design reviews to identify risks and quality improvements.
• Analyze customer and field feedback to identify recurring issues and enhancements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing methodologies and quality tools.
• Collaborate with Software Eng., Systems Eng., Technical Publications, Product Management, Service Eng., and Quality teams throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

ALM

Defect tracking

SAP

Job description

Software Test Engineer – Molecular Imaging (PET/CT) (Finance)

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.

Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions.

We are seeking a Software Test Engineer to join our Molecular Imaging R&D organization. This individual will play a key role in validating software, documentation, and installation workflows for PET/CT systems while collaborating closely with engineering teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable products.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working cross-functionally, identifying issues before products reach customers, and continuously improving testing and documentation processes.

You are responsible for:

• Executing system, software, and installation testing activities across multiple Molecular Imaging development projects.
• Reviewing product requirements and collaborating with Product Management and R&D teams to ensure requirements are testable, complete, and verifiable.
• Developing test cases, test plans, and validation strategies based on product requirements.
• Identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects while partnering with engineering teams to drive issue resolution.
• Validating service documentation, installation procedures, release notes, and software reinstallation instructions to ensure technical accuracy and usability.
• Reviewing technical documentation and collaborating with Component Engineering to improve documentation quality and consistency.
• Supporting software releases, tune-ups, configurations, and product updates for PET/CT imaging systems.
• Participating in design reviews to identify potential technical risks, usability concerns, and opportunities for quality improvements.
• Analyzing customer and field feedback to identify recurring issues and recommend product or documentation enhancements.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies, development processes, and quality tools.
• Collaborating with Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Technical Publications, Product Management, Service Engineering, and Quality teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Planning, coordinating, and tracking testing activities while meeting project milestones and quality objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Imaging, Nuclear Medicine or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of experience in software testing, systems testing, validation, quality engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience developing and executing test cases and documenting software defects.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in cross-functional product development environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with medical devices, healthcare software, or regulated product development.
• Familiarity with ALM, defect tracking, SAP, or similar quality management tools.
• Experience validating technical or service documentation.
• Exposure to imaging modalities such as PET/CT, SPECT, CT, or related medical imaging systems.
• Experience supporting software installations, upgrades, or service workflows.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and verification & validation processes.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored visa sponsorship. Siemens Healthineers is not able to provide employment sponsorship for this position now or in the future.

Who we are

We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.

How we work:

When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual's potential to contribute with