Sr Software Test Engineer I

About the role

Defines and leads test projects by defining schedules, reviewing test plans, tools and test automation frameworks. Knowledgeable about working with CI systems and a sound understanding of modular testing involving subsystems. Owns the team’s technical deliverables, leads and coordinates activities of employees and reviews detailed configuration and descriptions for passing and failing tests for product evaluation reports. Oversees documentation of test operations and reports results to software engineering. Has a strong understanding of software architecture in order to identify impacts of bug fixes across the entire software platform.

Responsibilities

• Develops and assists with implementation of software validation test plans.
• Prepares and reviews software test plan reports including pass/fail product evaluations.
• Leads cross functional reviews of test plans across teams.
• Performs and documents software test audits in compliance with test plan procedures.
• Aids product development engineers in the diagnosis and replication of product failures.
• Identifies and confirms bug fixes independently.
• Bridges the product development process to efficiently bring products to market.
• Manages own time to complete work and associated paperwork by assigned completion dates.
• Records and compiles data for documentation of test procedures and prepares reports.
• Reviews data for compliance to specifications, recognizes events outside the norm, and reports abnormalities.
• Estimates test efforts for new project deliverables.
• Plans and implements test strategies for system upgrades.
• Works as a contributing member of cross-functional teams as needed, working closely with R&D engineering, Technical Support and Quality Engineers to match software testing processes with documented specification requirements.
• Keeps the department manager abreast of activities and issues of the software test group and informs appropriate groups of trends.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of at least one embedded or cloud-based programming language, preferably JavaScript, C or C#.
• Ability to read and follow procedures and flow diagrams.
• Ability to effectively share information and ideas within and outside of department in written or verbal form; able to put forth own ideas and gain understanding from others.
• Proficient at supporting effective interactions between team members and among cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to schedule and coordinate project priorities and resources and to produce high quality work.
• Ability to work with and understand automated insulin delivery algorithms.
• Experience with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledgeable about CI systems and constantly able to improve quality of builds.
• Conversant with IEC 62304 standard.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering or computer sciences or related field or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience.
• 5-7+ years’ experience with software test or quality assurance.
• Experience as a lead tester who fully participates in specification and clarification of software requirements.
• Experience with creation, Design Change Assessments and participating in the software review board.
• Experience in proof reading, following detailed work instructions and projects requiring critical thinking skills.
• Expert in the use of one (or more) test automation framework and an associated scripting language.

Skills

• Strong understanding of software architecture.
• Ability to work with and understand automated insulin delivery algorithms.
• Experience with CI systems and constant improvement of build quality.
• Knowledgeable about IEC 62304 standard.

Benefits

• Starting base pay range: $119,300 to $145,000 annually.
• Competitive compensation package including bonus.
• Health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision available on your first day.
• Health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Minimum of 20 days of paid time off (with accrual starting on day 1).
• Access to a 401k plan with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan.

Pay

The starting base pay range for this position is $119,300 to $145,000 annually.

Schedule

Hybrid: This role will be a mix of in-office work at our corporate headquarters in Del Mar, CA and remote work. This position is expected to be in office 2-3 days per week but may vary depending on business demands.

What You’ll Need

• Working knowledge of at least one embedded or cloud-based programming language, preferably JavaScript, C or C#.
• Ability to read and follow procedures and flow diagrams.
• Ability to effectively share information and ideas within and outside of department in written or verbal form; able to put forth own ideas and gain understanding from others.
• Proficient at supporting effective interactions between team members and among cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to schedule and coordinate project priorities and resources and to produce high quality work.
• Ability to work with and understand automated insulin delivery algorithms.
• Experience with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledgeable about CI systems and constantly able to improve quality of builds.
• Conversant with IEC 62304 standard.

Extra Awesome

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering or computer sciences or related field or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience.
• 5-7+ years’ experience with software test or quality assurance.
• Experience as a lead tester who fully participates in specification and clarification of software requirements.
• Experience with creation, Design Change Assessments and participating in the software review board.
• Experience in proof reading, following detailed work instructions and projects requiring critical thinking skills.
• Expert in the use of one (or more) test automation framework and an associated scripting language.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We embrace the value that every single one of us brings to the table. But sometimes we forget that when we don’t meet 100% of a job description’s criteria – maybe you’re feeling that way right now? We encourage you to apply anyway. Because we want you to be you, with us.

Sponsorship

We welcome applicants who currently hold valid H-1B status (transfers, extensions, or amendments). Please note that we are not considering candidates who require new H-1B cap lottery sponsorship at this time.

Referrals

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Application Deadline

The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected for the requisition or the requisition has a sufficient number of applications.