• Team Leadership:

Maintain good understanding of relevant technologies and industry trends. Start taking a lead team member with technical challenges and try to provide guidance on best practices. Contribute to technical discussions and decisions related to system architecture and infrastructure.

• Problem Resolution:

Identify and address issues and challenges (technical and non technical), ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Implement effective problem-solving strategies and escalate issues when necessary.

• Quality Assurance:

Establish and enforce quality assurance processes and standards for IT deliverables.

• Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate records as necessary.

Contribute to regular reports along with senior supervisor for project status and key metrics to management and stakeholders.

• Training and Development:

Identify training needs within the team and facilitate training sessions or opportunities for skill development.

Encourage professional growth and certification among team members.

• Build on leadership skills:

Taking ownership of certain tasks and completing it with accuracy and quality. Groom and guide associates junior to you in the team.

Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and problem-solving.

• Test Case Design:

Develop and maintain test cases, test scripts, and test data to cover various aspects of the software, including functionality, performance, and security.

• Test Execution:

Execute test cases manually or using automated testing tools to identify defects and ensure software meets quality standards.

• Defect Identification and Reporting:

Document and report defects and issues discovered during testing, including detailed steps to reproduce them.

• Regression Testing:

Perform regression testing to verify that previously identified defects have been fixed and that new changes do not introduce new issues.

• Automation Support:

Collaborate with senior Test Engineers to develop and maintain automated test scripts to increase testing efficiency and coverage.

• Test Environment Setup:

Configure and maintain test environments, including software installations, hardware configurations, and data setup.

• Collaboration:

Work closely with developers, product managers, and other team members to understand software requirements and provide feedback on software quality.

• Documentation:

Create and maintain test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports.

• Continuous Learning:

Stay up-to-date with industry trends and testing methodologies to improve your skills and contribute to the team's success.

• Expertise in multiple programming languages and technologies relevant to the department (e.g., C#, Python, C++, etc.).
• Familiarity with relevant tools and technologies (e.g., GIT, continuous integration, cloud platforms, etc.).
• Strong commitment to quality, performance, and innovation. Develop test plans, test cases, and test strategies based on product requirements and risk assessments.
• Identify and prioritize key test scenarios to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Perform manual and automated testing of medical device software, including functional, performance, and regression testing.
• Execute test cases and record test results, identifying and documenting defects in a clear and concise manner.
• Participate in the verification and validation activities, including reviewing requirements, risk management, and traceability matrices.
• Prepare and maintain test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of software validation and verification documents.
• Proven experience as a Software Test Engineer or Quality Assurance Engineer, preferably in the medical device industry.
• Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, test case design, and defect tracking.
• Familiarity with testing tools and frameworks for automation testing.
• Knowledge of software development processes and regulatory standards for medical devices (FDA, ISO 13485, IEC 62304).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams effectively.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.

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