Full-Time

Principal Software Development Engineer in Test

Northridge, CA

Posted on 9/18/2024

Medtronic

Medtronic

10,001+ employees

Develops and manufactures medical devices and therapies

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$116.8k - $175.2kAnnually

+ Short-term Incentive (Medtronic Incentive Plan)

Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Northridge, Los Angeles, CA, USA

Onsite/hybrid, 3 days per week in Northridge, CA.

Category
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Postman
Git
JIRA
Jenkins
Firebase
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field and 7+ years of experience
  • Or, Advanced Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field and 5+ years of experience
  • Hands on experience and deep understanding in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) testing
  • Be an in-house expert and SME of the automation framework, programming language which is in-use, Appium, Jenkins, GitHub, BLE testing, Pump emulator/Simulator, SPIS boards, POSTMAN and API testing, Database testing.
Responsibilities
  • Craft a flexible and reliable test automation framework tailored to our company and product needs.
  • Elevate existing test coverage through new code, codebase optimization, and collaborative code reviews (MR/PR).
  • Be a problem-solver: identify and resolve challenges in both manual and automated testing infrastructures. Kick off new initiatives and own them.
  • Lead a project and/or a module from start to finish. That includes but not limited to create Test Strategy, write Test Design/Test cases, Test plan, Hardware and software requirement needs, review product requirements, identify the gaps and risks, delegate the work to the other team members, gather daily and weekly updates and ensure overall project testing is on track.
  • Become a knowledge hub: create training materials and mentor teammates.
  • Smooth transitions: support onboarding, offboarding, and team member integration.
  • Optimize existing device farms and make them useful, while exploring alternatives like BrowserStack and Saucelabs.
  • Lead geographically dispersed test engineering teams effectively.
  • Quantify success: define KPIs and metrics to track team and project performance, leveraging data to identify and address issues proactively. Analyze dashboard stats weekly to find any issues happening on specific platforms, OS and help drive JIRA tickets to be assigned to right folks to mitigate the issues (Example dashboard logs, Firebase, Crash events).
  • It is crucial for engineers to have access to physical test devices, including pumps, sensors, mobile and boards, to gain a comprehensive understanding of their hardware functionality and performance. This hands-on experience is essential for leading the design of effective and optimized tests and modules.
  • Proactively track upcoming mobile OS releases and device launches to minimize support risks.

Medtronic provides medical technology, services, and solutions to improve patient care. The company develops a variety of medical devices, including pacemakers, insulin pumps, surgical tools, and neurostimulation devices, which help diagnose, prevent, and treat chronic diseases. These products are used by hospitals, clinics, and healthcare professionals around the world. Medtronic stands out from competitors by not only focusing on product development but also offering comprehensive services such as training for healthcare providers and patient management programs. The goal of Medtronic is to enhance patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs through its advanced medical solutions.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$3.2M

Headquarters

Fridley, Minnesota

Founded

1949

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for connected medical devices boosts Medtronic's product and patient management solutions.
  • Personalized medicine trends create opportunities for customized Medtronic devices and therapies.
  • Increasing chronic disease prevalence expands Medtronic's market share in diabetes and cardiovascular solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competitors like Anteris challenge Medtronic's market share and innovation pace.
  • Spine biologics market growth requires rapid innovation to maintain Medtronic's competitive edge.
  • Talent retention challenges may arise following Ira Bindra's departure to Reliance Industries.

What makes Medtronic unique

  • Medtronic offers a comprehensive suite of products and services for diverse medical conditions.
  • The company invests heavily in R&D to drive innovation in medical technology.
  • Medtronic's global presence in over 150 countries enhances its market reach and influence.

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