Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Description

Summary:

Responsible for testing and verifying custom software that controls Covaris instruments.  Works cooperatively with QA, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and laboratory groups to verify software operation. This position is expected to be performed with high degree of autonomy. This position reports to the Director of Software Engineering.

Essential Responsibilities: The employee may be required to perform all or a combination of the following essential responsibilities as determined by business necessity.

• Performs software testing and verification for all Covaris instrument models.
• Defines and documents test methodologies and test plans for function and performance of Covaris software products.
• Strong advocate of risk management approach to determine a well-organized and comprehensive test strategy for assigned projects and application regression.
• Creates and defines the tools needed for the configuration, setup, and execution of quality related investigations.
• Contributes to software UI design from an end-user usability perspective.
• Works with engineering for resolution of design and implementation issues.
• Documents issues in the Jira bug tracking system and reports on the progress of testing.
• Executes performance, load, and/or fail-over testing of systems.
• Supports transition of final design to Manufacturing by assisting with verification of critical performance criteria during build and test process validations.
• Reviews end user documentation.
• Assists in the preparation of release documentation.
• Builds and maintains Windows system images for use by Manufacturing.
• Supports and implements GMP procedures; write document change orders.

Non-Essential Responsibilities:  In addition to the essential responsibilities listed above, the employee may be required to perform other non-essential functions.  Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisor.

• Instrument validation testing (wet laboratory testing) and system level testing
• Perform Python scripting
• Perform operation or performance qualification tests that require executing Covaris developed methods and tools
• Mentor new/junior members of team, as needed

Qualifications:            

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Systems, or Computer Engineering or a similar field of study
• 5+ years software testing experience
• Experience with the following technologies: Windows, Jira, and Git.
• Strong team player with a “can do” attitude. Routinely demonstrates flexibility in a changing environment. Possesses solid organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of automated testing, tools, script development, and/or SDLC (software development life cycle)
• Experience with hardware and software test procedures
• Agile, Kanban and/or SCRUM experience
• (strongly desired but not required) Experience performing instrument verification testing on scientific instruments
• (desired but not required) Python scripting experience
• (desired but not required) Experience with .NET, C# or Visual Basic
• Ability to implement and direct multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical understanding, and excellent communication and organizational skills

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $134,000.00 to $150,000.00. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.