Principal Software Engineer - Test Lead

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.           

About the role: 

Boston Scientific is seeking a highly motivated and result driven software engineer - test lead to join our Coronary Therapies R&D team working on innovative products that sustain and improve the lives of patients around the world. Join a fast-growing and talented team, as we invest in a best-in-class software product using best-in-class software practices. This role will help lead a team of 6.

The successful candidate will participate in medical device software verification and validation in collaboration with cross functional teams. Testing medical device application requires rigor and attention to detail to meet industry and regulatory standards. We’re looking for a motivated and creative SW application test engineer with a focus on quality who has experience with requirements-based software test automation.

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Your role will include:

• Oversee planning, designing, and executing test strategies to ensure alignment with project goals and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate and prioritize test activities within projects, while facilitating communication among cross-functional teams regarding objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced test engineers, supporting their growth and knowledge sharing.
• Develop, track, and present test metrics, progress, and quality reports to senior management.
• Lead root cause analysis of test failures, coordinate resolutions, and support continuous improvement by evaluating new tools and best practices.
• Ensure traceability of test cases to requirements, compliance with industry standards, and represent the test team in meetings, audits, and reviews.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or related technical discipline
• 8+ years of relevant professional background with a Bachelor’s degree, or 5+ years with a Master’s degree, demonstrating consistent delivery of high-quality software solutions
• 5+ years of hands-on test automation expertise, including the design, development, and execution of automated test suites that improved efficiency and reduced manual testing effort
• Expert-level proficiency in Python, with the ability to architect scalable frameworks, optimize code for performance, and mentor others in best practices
• Demonstrated technical leadership including leading cross-functional teams, guiding complex projects from conception to successful delivery, and shaping technical strategy to achieve measurable business and product outcomes

Preferred qualifications: 

• Background working with BDD (Behavior Driven Development) practices and proficiency in and Gherkin syntax
• Skilled in designing test infrastructure and selecting appropriate tools for implementation
• Familiarity with Windows services and desktop application development
• Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Jama Connect, Bitbucket, Git, and Jenkins
• Proven track record contributing to medical device projects in Agile environments, with adherence to IEC 62304 and IEC 60601 standards
• Knowledge of Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SSDLC) methodologies
• Competence in scripting and automation using PowerShell and Python
• Hands-on testing capabilities in C#, C++, HTTP, and MQTT
• Ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows-based environments
• Strong understanding of network analysis tools such as tcpdump, nmap, and Wireshark
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly

Requisition ID: 613761 

Minimum Salary: $ 99100 

Maximum Salary: $ 188300 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.