Senior Software QA Engineering Manager at Varian Medical Systems
United States, , USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Nov, 25

Salary

225000.0

Posted On

14 Aug, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Computer Science, Mentoring, Validation, Computer Engineering, Organization Skills, Analytical Skills, Leadership Skills, Technical Leadership, Documentation, Communication Skills, Software Verification

Industry

Information Technology/IT

Description

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everyw Sustainably.
Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions.
We are currently looking for an ambitious Senior Software QA Engineering Manager to join our Endovascular Robotics business within Advanced Therapies. We are a global technology leader in robotic-assisted vascular interventions. We believe the combination of endovascular robotics, image guidance and dedicated devices will change the way neurovascular procedures will be done in the future, enabling better outcomes, and enabling our customers to provide better access to care.

As a Senior Software QA Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Develop comprehensive verification plans for embedded and application software for medical devices.
  • Manage and Mentor a team of software QA engineers promoting a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement for verification and validation of medical device software.
  • Oversee design of software verification & validation methods, verification test protocols, and test plan reviews to ensure high quality deliverable of medical device software.
  • Design and implement both automated and manual test cases for embedded firmware, application software, and integrated systems.
  • Ensure all verification and validation activities align with relevant medical device regulations such as ISO13485, IEC62304, and FDA guidelines.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineering, systems engineering, quality assurance, product management, and regulatory affairs to ensure successful product development.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement.
  • Define engineering productivity success metrics for the team and create processes to continuously improve product delivery.
  • Support career development for your team through structured and informal feedback, calibrations, and mentorship.

This position may suit you best if you are familiar with what is below, and would like to do develop your career with Healthineers

  • Deep understanding of embedded systems, firmware development, and system software integration.
  • Familiarity with regulatory standards and practices for medical software development (IEC 62304).
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and data privacy best practices for medical devices.
  • Familiarity with scripting, build & test automation tools such as Python, CI/CD pipelines.

Required skills and experience to have for the success of this role

  • B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline; master’s degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of hands-on technical leadership and people management experience of a team of at least 5 software QA engineers.
  • Proven experience 15+ years of software verification & validation within medical device product development or highly regulated product preferred.
  • 5+ years of working within an Agile SDLC.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, documentation, and organization skills.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring.

Who we are : We are a team of more than 73,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.
How we work: When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everyw Sustainably.
To find out more about Siemens Healthineers businesses, please visit our company page here .
The annual base pay for this position is:
Min $150,000 - Max $225,000
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company’s plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time.
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Responsibilities

As a Senior Software QA Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Develop comprehensive verification plans for embedded and application software for medical devices.
  • Manage and Mentor a team of software QA engineers promoting a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement for verification and validation of medical device software.
  • Oversee design of software verification & validation methods, verification test protocols, and test plan reviews to ensure high quality deliverable of medical device software.
  • Design and implement both automated and manual test cases for embedded firmware, application software, and integrated systems.
  • Ensure all verification and validation activities align with relevant medical device regulations such as ISO13485, IEC62304, and FDA guidelines.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineering, systems engineering, quality assurance, product management, and regulatory affairs to ensure successful product development.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement.
  • Define engineering productivity success metrics for the team and create processes to continuously improve product delivery.
  • Support career development for your team through structured and informal feedback, calibrations, and mentorship.

Required skills and experience to have for the success of this role

  • B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline; master’s degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of hands-on technical leadership and people management experience of a team of at least 5 software QA engineers.
  • Proven experience 15+ years of software verification & validation within medical device product development or highly regulated product preferred.
  • 5+ years of working within an Agile SDLC.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, documentation, and organization skills.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring
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