QA/Validation Development Manager - Contract

About the role

We are seeking a QA/Validation Development Manager to lead the validation of our cutting-edge robotics software solutions at our Mendon, Utah location. The QA/Validation Development Manager will ensure that all products, processes, and systems meet regulatory standards and company quality requirements through rigorous testing and validation processes. This role involves managing validation activities across the entire product lifecycle, from planning and execution to reporting and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and implementation of validation strategies for new and existing robotics software products.
• Collaborate with software development, engineering, and quality assurance teams to define validation requirements from product inception through deployment.
• Manage risk assessments related to software functionality, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Develop and execute validation protocols, including functional, performance, and reliability testing.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO, IEC) for robotics and software development.
• Maintain detailed validation documentation, including test plans, protocols, reports, and regulatory compliance records.
• Act as the validation expert in cross-functional teams, guiding product development to meet quality and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and mentor a team of validation professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Communicate validation findings and recommendations to engineering teams and senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities for improving validation methodologies, tools, and automation processes.
• Establish best practices to optimize validation efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure continuous improvement of validation processes in alignment with industry advancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in product validation, preferably within robotics or software industries.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and validation methodologies.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in software or robotics (e.g., ISO, IEC standards) is a plus.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a team of validation professionals.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical information to diverse stakeholders.