Senior Software Test Engineer

Innovation -Diversity- Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions. About the role: This position will join a team of software and firmware test engineers responsible for complex customer systems and/or preparing studies and analyzing existing systems for the development of high profile electronic medical device. Participate as a member of our FW/SW test team for Electronic Medical Equipment (EME) systems supporting multiple BSC divisions. Utilize a variety of new and proven technologies to test life-changing systems to patients and clinicians in support of BSC's mission. The position is focused on enabling new product development opportunities in BSC. Key Responsibilities Work alongside peers to design and deliver highly technical solutions for a variety of projects. This can include, but not limited to software architecture, implementation, integration, and testing for complex, connected electronic medical equipment ("capital") systems and systems-of-systems. Define and follow best practices for medical device software development. Designs, defines, updates, implements and tests software/firmware test protocols by using current engineering test methods and technologies. Documents software/firmware test plans, results, reports and memos. Methods used are determined by approved procedures and standards. Tracks software/firmware test engineering effort by creating and maintaining records in the approved tracking management tool. Communicates status and priority to the test team and management where appropriate Collaborates with firmware, system, hardware and software engineers to provide meaningful innovation Continuously improves process and work methodologies by interfacing with peers/cross-functional groups and analyzing activities to improve workflow and work processes. Managing third party designers, vendors, and contractors to deliver high quality engineering solutions at an accelerated pace. Required Qualifications: Experience testing software or firmware-based systems. Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent engineering field 5+years of software or firmware experience with Bachelor's degree Or 3+years of experience with Master's degree Application or Embedded software test experience, preferably with medical devices. Alternatively, Industrial software testing would also be relevant. Excellent Analytical Skills Experience with development languages such as C/C++/Python Experience in modern Source Code Management (SCM) tools such as git. Must be onsite 3+ days per week in Arden Hills, MN Travel can be up to 10% to BSC divisions and clinics Preferred Qualifications: Experience working within a quality system, IEC and ISO standards relevant to medical device software lifecycle and risk management (i.e. IEC 62304). Passion for understanding and solving problems for end users, with an ability to translate into software/firmware requirements, design, and test specifications. Track record of strong cross-functional collaboration, influence without authority, and project management enabling highly effective project teams. Proven self-starter who runs towards critical issues, ambiguous requirements, or loosely defined challenges with a demonstrated ability to rally teams to achieve business results. Demonstrated history of learning new platforms and development environments to best meet project needs. Test development experience with internally developed or off the shelf test tools Strong communications and time management abilities Development experience with global teams Requisiti n ID:588238 Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substancetesting requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law. As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen. So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you! At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code * 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination. Boston Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, Veteran