Job Description

As a User Interaction Test Engineer on the Multiport System & Release team, you will be responsible for all aspects of system-level user interfacing software verification test activities through the product / software
development life cycle to ensure the highest quality of our robotic surgical products. You will work closely
with cross-functional teams-including product user interaction design, software development, systems &
instruments analysis, human factors, clinical, quality, and regulatory teams-to drive the definition and
execution of robust test strategies and comprehensive test designs. Your role requires understanding the
system from both technical and user perspectives. The ideal candidate excels in a focused, high-energy
team environment, demonstrating strong accountability and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with user interaction designers, system analysts, and developers to ensure requirements are fully testable, traceable and aligned with verification strategies.
• Develop and implement comprehensive, robust manual and automated test strategies covering functional, integration, regression, coexistence, and end-to-end user journey testing.
• Proactively identify use cases not explicitly defined in the requirements.
• Design, develop, and execute test protocols for end-to-end user interaction features.
• Design, develop, and release test reports to support project objectives.
• Champion continuous improvement by optimizing verification workflows, expanding test coverage, and refining test metrics to increase efficiency and overall software reliability
• Log and manage issues in defects tracking system, partnering with development and cross-functional teams to facilitate debugging and resolution

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience and a Bachelor's Degree; or 3 years of experience and a Master's degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent experience
• Strong experience developing Python-based test scripts for functional testing of user interface features.
• Excellent knowledge of software development life cycle, SQA methodologies and practices.
• Experience in developing test protocols, test reports, reporting and tracking defects.
• Strong root cause analysis capabilities with the ability to analyze logs and system behavior to debug complex issues.
• Proactive self-starter with attention to detail, dedicated to ensuring product safety, enhancing end user experiences and achieving high-quality releases.
• Excellent at facilitating cross-functional communication, managing dependencies, and ensuring adherence to tight timelines.
• Committed to continuous learning and skill advancement across multiple domains.
• Experienced in testing complex systems encompassing multiple software and hardware components, preferably with FDA-regulated products.

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate's experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate's qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.