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Werfen · 13 hours ago

Senior Software Test Engineer

Bedford, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company that specializes in diagnostics in various medical fields. The Senior Software Test Engineer will lead testing activities, develop and maintain test frameworks, and ensure compliance with medical device regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Health CareHospitalManufacturingMedical Device

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead testing activities including Software Feature Testing, Integration & System Testing, Regression Testing—covering UI, API, Functional, and Non-Functional testing (Performance, Load, Stress, Security)

Maintain a comprehensive traceability matrix to ensure full test coverage

Develop and maintain test frameworks, automation scripts, tools, test environments, and infrastructure

Conduct peer reviews of software requirements and design documentation

Review test cases, automation scripts, and test code for quality and accuracy

Assess existing test processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness

Estimate, plan, and coordinate test activities while supporting ongoing testing efforts

Ensure compliance with internal design controls and applicable medical device regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 62304, 21 CFR Part 820.30)

Lead a small testing team, delivering on key program milestones with a focus on timeliness and quality

Manage complex projects and multiple personnel simultaneously

Coach and mentor team members, supporting development through performance evaluation and leadership

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test processes, increase automation, and reduce cycle times

Qualification

PythonTest automation frameworksEmbedded device testingCI/CD toolsBDD-based test developmentEmbedded software conceptsC++JavaAgile/Scrum experienceDOORSJamaJiraAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or a related field

Ten years of product development or relevant experience

Six to eight years of product development or relevant experience for advanced degrees

Proficiency in Python and scripting languages such as Bash

Experience with test automation frameworks including PyTest and pytest-bdd

Hands-on experience with embedded device test automation

Familiarity with CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Docker, Git (Bitbucket/GitHub/GitLab)

Knowledge of BDD-based test development

Understanding of embedded software concepts: OS, APIs, gRPC, MQTT, etc

Working knowledge of C++ and Java

Agile/Scrum experience

Proficiency with tools like DOORS, Jama, Jira, or equivalents

Quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and presentation

Strong team player and collaborator

Passionate about emerging and disruptive technologies

Self-starter with a proactive mindset

Values transparency, trust, and a collaborative culture

Open-minded and eager to learn beyond current expertise

Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mentality

Proficiency in English language required

Preferred

In vitro medical device experience highly desired

Company

Werfen

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Werfen is a developer, manufacturer and distributer of IVD testing solutions.

Founded in 1966

Barcelona, Catalonia, ESP

5001-10000 employees

http://www.werfen.com/

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