Group Leader - Unit /Integration Testing, A global healthcare products leader, Hyder

The Software unit / integration test automation group leader will work closely with software development team and the design quality assurance team, and will be responsible for the design and development of a solid and extensible Unit and integration test framework to ensure high test coverage and automation of regression testing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs duties as the leader of the Unit / Integration test group.
• Works collaboratively with software engineers, and SW QA.
• Develops unit and integration test requirements with participation from software engineers.
• Develops automated unit and integration test suites, and ensure desired level of test coverage has been achieved.
• Executes automated tests and generate reports to summarize the result of unit/integration testing,
• Logs defects in the software change control system.
• Develops documentation test tools and solutions to support configuration management
• Develops and writes requirement specifications for unit / integration test development work activities
• Instructs engineers and technical support staff on engineering test and build requirements
• Ability to supervise other software unit / integration test engineers.
• Provides written reports and engineering documentation as necessary.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of standards and guidance’s relevant to the medical device industry
• Stays informed about applicable new rules, regulations, and standards
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area
• Follows all safety procedures

EDUCATION:

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or closely related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• BS with 10 -12 years of experience in software design and development is required.
• MS with 8-10 years of experience in software design and development is preferred.
• PhD with 5-8 years of experience in software design and development is preferred.
• Experience in real-time applications is preferred.
• Medical instrument development experiences a plus.

KNOWLEGDE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Ability to define, develop and implement automated unit / integration test solutions
• Experience in regulated industries developing safety critical devices is a must.
• Familiarity with FDA Quality System Regulations (820.30 design controls), European Regulatory Requirements (ISO 13485), and specifically IEC62304 is preferred.
• Experience with automated software test tools such as vectorcast/c++ for software unit and integration testing.
• Excellent C/C++ programming skills.
• Embedded system experience is a plus
• Multi-threaded programming experience.
• Ability to effectively work with and lead a team and to influence others.
• Familiarity with object oriented methodology.
• Experience with test system architecture, development, deployment, and life-cycle management.
• High proficiency with managing all aspects of documentation control
• Experience with change control, requirements management, source code control

• Project management experience  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and professionalism