Lead Enterprise Software Test Engineer

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the LifeMedtronic CRM Application Development team develops the next generation medical technologies that save lives, improve quality of living for millions of patients across the world. The CRM Software team is one of the most cutting-edge teams within Medtronic, working with various software technologies in application software, network software, mobile software, BT/BLE communication software, and interfacing with embedded software for management and control of implantable medical devices. The CRM Software team is looking for a proactive, self-starting, strong software development engineer to build the next generation of CRM software.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned

• Proficiency in at least one programming language, often Python, Java, or C#, is essential for writing and maintaining automation scripts.
• Automation Tools and Frameworks: Experience with popular automation tools like Selenium, Appium, JUnit, or TestNG, and knowledge of different testing frameworks (e.g., Cucumber, Robot Framework) are crucial.
• Test Design and Development: The ability to design effective test cases, create automation scripts, and develop reusable test components is vital.
• CI/CD and DevOps: Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and DevOps practices are increasingly important for automating test execution and integrating automation into the software development lifecycle.
• Version Control: Proficiency in using version control systems like Git is essential for managing and collaborating on automation scripts.
• Databases and SQL: Understanding databases and SQL is helpful for accessing and manipulating data during testing.
• Debugging and Troubleshooting: Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills are necessary to identify and fix issues in automation scripts and test environments.
• Performance, Security, and Regression Testing: Experience in these types of testing, particularly in an automated context, can be a significant advantage.
• Analytical Thinking: The ability to analyze requirements, identify potential issues, and design effective test strategies is crucial.
• Attention to Detail: Thoroughness and attention to detail are essential for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of automation scripts and test results.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to diagnose and resolve issues in automation scripts, test environments, or software under test is vital.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Computer Sciences, Bio-Technology, Bio-Medical, Electronics or Electrical Engineering from a premium institute.

  
  

• Preferred: Maters in Engineering or Masters in Technology Computer Sciences, Bio-Technology, Bio-Medical, Electronics or Electrical Engineering from a premium institute.

  
  

• 8+ years of Software industry experience.

  
  

• Proficiency with one or more of the following programming languages: Java,  Java Script, C#, Appium or any equivalent

  
  

• 5+ years of experience in Software/Test framework Design & architecture

  
  

• Experience using BDD test tools frameworks like SpecFlow, Cucumber, or Gherkin is an advantage

  
  

• Experience developing manual / automated tests for mobile and embedded applications.  Also, Web Application is good to have.

  
  

• Experience using tools like SeeTest, Appium, Selenium, Protractor, or Coded UI.

  
  

• Familiarity and understanding of one or more of the following tools: Visual Studio, Automated test tool Microsoft Test Manager, Web based applications, Eclipse, Visual Source Safe, and Requisite Pro.

  
  

• Familiarity and understanding of one or more of the following operating systems: Android and IOS

  
  

• Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall software development methods. 

  
  

• Ability to test, analyze, and solve technical problems.

  
  

• Strong written and verbal communication.

  
  

• Design/test experience working with regulated medical devices, preferred.

  
  

• Experience working within a regulated environment is preferred.

  
  

• Local language test experience is preferred.

  
  

• Experience with software version control tools is preferred.

  
  

• Quality focus, willingness to learn, versatility and adaptability.

  
  

Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
 

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. 
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here