Software QA Engineer

This role focuses on ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of application and embedded software used in complex hardware and robotic medical device systems. You will design and execute manual test cases, collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams, and play a key role in identifying and resolving software defects across Windows, Linux, and embedded environments., * Develop, document, and execute comprehensive test cases for application software and embedded software across Windows, Linux, and embedded platforms.

• Identify, document, and track software defects, inconsistencies, and performance issues using bug tracking systems, ensuring clear and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software developers, hardware engineers, and product managers to understand product requirements and translate them into effective test strategies.
• Analyze test results, provide detailed feedback to engineering teams, and recommend improvements to enhance software performance, reliability, and user experience.
• Perform manual testing of application and embedded systems, including regression, functional, integration, and system-level tests.
• Use PowerShell scripts and other automation techniques where applicable to support testing activities and improve test efficiency.
• Verify proper operation and integration of software with embedded hardware, robotic systems, and related components.
• Apply knowledge of regulatory and standards practices, such as FDA and IEC guidelines for medical software development, to support compliant testing processes.
• Work with communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, Serial, and UART to validate data exchange and system interactions.
• Utilize version control systems and continuous integration tools to manage test artifacts, support build and release processes, and integrate testing into development workflows.
• Communicate test findings, risks, and quality status clearly and professionally to stakeholders, contributing to informed engineering and product decisions.

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• Strong manual testing experience for both application and embedded software.
• Hands-on experience with PowerShell scripting to support test execution and automation.
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems, including testing software in Windows environments.
• Experience working with Linux operating systems and related testing tools.
• Knowledge and experience working with embedded hardware and embedded systems.
• Experience in either robotics or regulated environments, ideally medical device systems.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiar understanding of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, Serial, and UART.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C++, or Python for automation testing.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN.
• Experience with continuous integration tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams., * Experience with robotics systems, particularly those integrated with medical devices, is highly advantageous.
• Experience in regulated environments, especially medical device development, is preferred.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and practices for medical software development, including FDA guidelines.
• Knowledge of IEC standards related to medical and embedded software is preferred.
• Experience testing complex, exciting, and innovative medical device robotic systems., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This position is primarily onsite, with an expectation of being onsite five days per week to closely collaborate with engineering and product teams and to work directly with embedded hardware and robotic medical device systems. The role supports a long-term contract opportunity, initially for 12 months with the potential to extend, offering exposure to advanced medical device and robotic technologies in a dynamic and engaging environment. Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newton, MA. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $65.00/hr.

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