Principal Software Development Engineer in Test - Medical Devices (REF2090G) - KMC Systems

KMC Systems, an Elbit Systems of America company, offers an ecosystem of engineering and innovation to develop the most advanced clinical and operational solutions for leading medical device customers across a diverse range of market segments. KMC was established in Merrimack, NH, in 1980, conveying almost half a century of innovation, R&D of next generation devices, and the agility to evolve to meet changing market dynamics. This has kept KMC at the forefront of technological advancements and as the premier choice for leading global medical device and healthcare companies. KMC is a full-suite provider with services in: Engineering Design, Manufacturing, Product Ideation, Product Lifecycle Management, and Sustaining Engineering.

We are looking for extraordinary people to join #OneTeamOneMission to create and deliver innovative solutions that protect and save lives

Principal Software Development Engineer in Test

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and deliver reliable, high quality, robust automation software and/or software tools targeted for testing complex medical instruments to meet regulatory standards
• Create, maintain and review testing project documents including tool development plans and software tool validation plans
• Drive software tool requirements with other members of the software quality engineering team as appropriate
• Participate in the investigation and resolution of software defects.
• Utilize software engineering best practices (e.g., unit testing, integration testing, static analysis, code reviews)
• Work cooperatively within the software quality and software group to deliver projects on-time and on budget.

Description:

• This position requires a person who possesses strong technical leadership qualities, and consistently demonstrates role model attributes encompassing integrity, passion, commitment and the capacity to overcome obstacles.  Someone with the confidence to persevere for what is best for patients, who are the heart of our medical instrumentation focus, is key to this position.
• A Principle level Software Engineer in Test must be able to mentor, train and supervise junior level SQE engineers, by exemplifying detailed knowledge of SQE foundation tenets along with the ability to apply these methodologies precisely for project testing conditions.  Your skills and experience will help to support team members in all aspects of SQE Engineering.
• Identify and recommend Software Quality Engineering testing tools and required equipment to develop software test suites, implement automated test cases with a focus on functionality, performance, code coverage and regression testing; report software problems, verify fixes and review user documentation.
• Advocate solutions for new and improved SQE processes and procedures.
• You will be required to develop a thorough understanding of the companies’ Quality Management Systems (QMS) policies and regulations, and apply them appropriately to all aspects of your assignments.  Additionally, you will reinforce these policies and regulations in regards to your review of team members assignments, documentation and tasks.
• If circumstances require it, you will be expected to participate in testing software products for stability, usability, precision, accuracy, and reliability. Formulate and maintain test strategies; create test plans and test cases for regression and functional testing of software tools.
• Work directly with the project team members, including software engineers, during key points along the software development process. Use the principals of the software development life cycle throughout the entire SQE process.
• Participate in product meetings throughout the development process to help guide the delivery of a quality software product.
• Use project planning and monitoring methods to confirm timely project completion.
• Report problems via the defect tracking system to analyze, research, and track software defects through their resolution. Verify code fixes and sign off on resolutions.
• Analyze test results and prepare SQE summary reports.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, including FDA guidelines, and IEC 62304, and KMC Quality Procedures throughout the software development lifecycle.

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in CS or related degrees.
• Minimum of 7+ years with a Master's or 9+ years with a Bachelor's of hands on experience in software development in test automation, and concurrent coding skills, in Python or equivalent
• Test automation experience using open-source technologies and/or in-house frameworks is a must
• Experience with automation framework architecture and development
• Experience with test frameworks such as Pytest, Cucumber, Selenium, Appium or Jest
• Experience in nonembedded (OS) software testing
• Experience with code source control tools (Git, SVN)
• Experience with Scrum/Agile development methodology
• Experience with Jira/DevOps or similar Agile process tools
• Experience using defect management and test management tools
• Experienced in code review processes and advocate best coding practices
• Experience with writing and reviewing unit tests in unittest Jasmine, Mocha, NUnit, JUnit, Jest, or other similar tools
• Experience generating project documentation for requirements and testing
• Experience performing smoke tests, engineering tests and formal verification testing
• Strong application debugging skills
• Experience working in a regulated industry such as medical based software Engineering is highly desirable

Nice to Have:

• Experience in API testing
• Experience in gRPC testing

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruitingfw@elbitsystems-us.com.

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