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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Test Engineer - Automation - **Company:** Medtronic Inc. - **Location:** Newton, MA, United States - **Salary:** $122,400.0 - $183,600.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), System Configuration, Python (Programming Language), Team Foundation Server, Microsoft UI Automation, Systems Development Life Cycle, Qt Modeling Language (QML), Qt (Software), Software Requirements Analysis, Software Testing Automation Framework, Appium, Git, Polarion, Software Version Control, Testrail, Katalon Studio, Hardware Debugging - **Published:** May 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g3iuh3 ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree anda minimum of7years of relevant experience + ORMaster'sdegree witha minimum of5years of relevant experience + OR PhD with3years relevant experience Preferred Qualifications + Strongin programming languages such as Python, C++/C#or similar languages + Knowledge of Medical Product verification, IEC-62304and FDA guidance in a technical discipline, preferably software related + Strong understanding of creating test protocols for verifying software requirements. + Experiencedtest automation in robotics or related industry. + Experience in UI automation for desktop-based applications (LikeRanorex, Appium,Katalon, Squish etc.) + Ability to work with QA to ensure testing meets Quality and Regulatory needs. + Ability to manage, track and upgrade multiple hardware and software configurations. + Ability to work with Systems, Mechanical,Electricaland Software engineers when discovering, documenting, and resolving integration issues. + Strong understanding of good documentation practices + Experience using a tool or repository for managing test cases (Polarion, TFS, TestRail,JAMAetc). + Experience debugging hardware with tools such as oscilloscope and function generators + Experiencewritingtechnical reports + Experience with QT/QML + Experience with software version control systems, such as Git + Experience with Agile development + Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial drive + Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. + Strong communicationskills, both written and verbal \#LI-MDT For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. ยง 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. ## Description Medtronic is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Principal Software Test Engineer - Automation to join our Affera Mapping and Ablation System team. This role is essential in supporting the testing and quality assurance processes to ensure the reliability and performance of our advanced medical devices. You will be an integral member of the Affera Software Team, working on cutting-edge technology in the electrophysiology field. The ideal candidate has experience designing, developing, validating, and maintaining test automation frameworks to test real-time high-performance visualization applications. They will take ownership of key features while working collaboratively with other engineering teams and are passionate about working on a product that will have a positive impact on the lives of millions. About the Affera Mapping and Ablation System The Affera Mapping and Ablation System is an innovative medical technology designed to treat patients with cardiac arrhythmias. The system involves advanced mapping techniques to create detailed images of the heart's electrical activity, helping physicians identify abnormal areas causing arrhythmias. Once identified, the Affera Ablation System delivers targeted energy to disrupt these abnormal signals, restoring normal heart rhythm. Primary Responsibilities + Craft a flexible and reliable test automation framework tailored to our company and product needs. + Investigate, propose, and implementnew technologiesor processes which improve the reliability and efficiency of automation. + Maintainbroadunderstanding of current testing software technologies. + Perform workflow analysis, document testresultsand recommend quality improvements + Applytheappropriate 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. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [The Algorithm That Nearly Killed Me: When Testing Isn't Enough](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2110-the-algorithm-that-nearly-killed-me-when-testing-isn-t-enough) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Excellent Software Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/87-excellent-software-testing) - [Stop Committing Your Secrets - GIt Hooks To The Rescue!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/573-stop-committing-your-secrets-git-hooks-to-the-rescue) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)