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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Automation Test Engineer - Medical Devices - **Company:** Medtronic Inc. - **Location:** Boxborough, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $122,400.0 - $183,600.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Iterative and Incremental Development, LabVIEW, Testcomplete - **Published:** May 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bffaacea61471eba ## About the Role Do you have experience in Stakeholder relationship building?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree in engineering?, * BS degree in a related engineering discipline required (software, biomedical, etc. ) YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : * Minimum of 8 years relevant experience Nice to have: * Able to handle multiple tasks/projects * Experience with Agile and iterative development practices * Experience with development within a regulated environment * U nderstanding of federal and international medical device regulations, such as FDA QSR, ISO 14971, 62304, and 13485, and EU MDR * Experience with LabView or TestComplete * Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communications, time management, and organizational skills 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 As a test engineer within the CST Enabling TechnologiesPlatforms and Solutions Research and Development organization you will utilize your expertise in test and engineering to delivering cutting edge intra-operative imaging, navigation and robotic-assisted surgery technology to improve patient outcomes and surgical efficiency. CST The Cranial & Spinal Technologies business develops life-restoring therapies and healthcare solutions that span the care continuum; integrating technologies and applying clinical and economic evidence to increase patient access, improve efficiency of procedures and deliver successful patient outcomes. Specific tasks include: * Evaluate requirements for quality and completeness to ensure they meet the user needs . * Develop test methods to be used in verification . * Lead over all automated test strategy and implementation . * Reduce overall test burden through structured automation of existing and new testing. * Plan and Implement automation using LabView, TestComplete , and similar utilities . * Design stand alone standalone automation applications as needed for specialized functionality . * Use of AI tools for developing testing, automation, and documentation . , * Test ing of advanced image reconstruction and processing algorithms . * Participate in all phases of product development as needed such as reviewing requirements, design, usability, risk assessment and defects. * Responsible for identifying and cataloging of software defects in assigned functional areas. * Assist in triage, investigation and resolution of software defects * Identifies Identif y plans and execute s test process improvements as a means to continually improve the performance of the Test Engineering team. * Generate s test protocols based on product requirements and project needs. * Set up and use of physical imaging phantoms . * Document and report test results . * Effectively communicate and present findings . * Collaborate and maintain excellent working relationships with team members and stakeholders. * Perform all activ ities in compliance with the Quality System. * Performs duties in compliance with environmental, health and safety related site rules, policies or governmental regulations. * All other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [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) - [From Punch Cards to AI-assisted Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/611-from-punch-cards-to-ai-assisted-development) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)