OverviewThe Principal Automation Software Development Test Engineer will be a hands-on role on a small team of test automation engineers developing automated tests for the next generation patient monitoring platform. This position requires a deep understanding of solid design principles, development practices and test verification knowledge. The role will work closely with cross-functional groups such as Systems, Hardware, Verification, Electrical and Software Engineering. The test automation development includes the patient monitoring platform of the next generation patient monitor in an enterprise of networked patient monitors physically located on multiple hospital floors communicating with several central stations. The successful candidate for this role will have test automation leadership and development experience in an agile software development environment.ResponsibilitiesWork with the test automation team to review and derive required automation tests from requirements related to the patient monitoring platform.Lead cross-functional reviews of software requirements, architecture, software design, connectivity interface design and user interface design.Lead the test automation component design efforts.Understand and design to existing interface specifications.Plan and maintain the test automation backlog for the team.Write, debug, review and document test automation software.Lead the definition of test architectures, designs, tools and workflows to be shared with test automation team members.Ensure on-time delivery of test automation software including design documentation and other required artifacts.Mentor other engineers to help them grow technically and professionally.Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.6+ years of relevant software experience.2+ years of test automation leadership.Strong experience with Python or other scripting languages.Expert level knowledge of Object-Oriented Design and Design Patterns.Strong understanding of software testing concepts and methodologies.Experience with at least one automation testing tool and best practices.Strong understanding of Continuous Delivery and Agile development.Mastery of tools supporting the software development lifecycle, such as source control, CI/CD platforms, requirements management, and defects tracking.NICE TO HAVE: Experience with Qt/QML; embedded Linux application development; Squish automation; Selenium; experience working in a regulated development environment (finance, medical, defense, aerospace, etc.); experience in product development of medical devices under Design Control (21 CFR Part 820) and ISO 14971 and developing to and compliance with IEC62304; experience in the development of integrated (hardware and software) devices; scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell); containerized environments and virtual machines; experience working effectively with international teams in Europe, India and the US.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesMedical Equipment Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr