Engineer, Sr S/W QA

Additional Locations: Costa Rica-Coyol

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

At our company, we value diversity and believe it is our greatest strength. We are committed to empowering women, supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Our belief is that your diversity enriches our work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Additionally, we have a Gender Equality Policy that reflects our commitment to fairness and equality in the workplace.

Hybrid Roles:

Boston Scientific's hybrid workplace includes Working From Home and onsite. You will have the opportunity to discuss details in the interview.

About the role:

Develops, modifies, applies and maintains standards for Software Quality methods, processes and procedures which meet Boston Scientific and external regulatory requirements.  Provides expertise and conducts evaluation of software systems validation activities including requirements, design, development, integration, test, verification and implementation. Establishes methods for monitoring the compliance of software system processes, standards and procedures.  Coaches less experienced colleagues and executes on projects along with other members of the team. Role includes IT/clinical/manufacturing/Quality software and computerized system validation and maintenance. Role requires expertise in software validation as it applies to both Waterfall and an Agile environment.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as an effective team member providing independent review and guidance on deliverables used to develop, implement and maintain IT/clinical/manufacturing/quality software.
• Acts as a subject matter expert on software validation to guide/ coach/ train project teams on effective and efficient implementation of BSC software validation processes.
• Demonstrate mastery of the software validation processes at BSC (examples include GSM, Spreadsheet Validation).
• Must possess a fundamental understanding of quality philosophies, principles, methods, tools, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Works with the management to understand priorities and plans/provides input to resource and time allocation accordingly.
• Plays key role in providing full guidance and direction on acceptability of Software Quality and Validation deliverables. Demonstrate the ability to lead, acknowledge, develop, communicate & implement a validation strategy to ensure compliance.
• Guides implementation of enterprise systems solutions through planning, system integration, and verification and validation activities.
• Proactive involvement in continuous improvement activities while ensuring that Boston Scientifics’ software systems are defensible for regulatory requirements.
• Contributes to the development, review and / or approval of SOPs and supporting Work Instructions.
• Demonstrated expertise to effectively communicate within all levels of the organization around concepts of Software verification and validation activities
• Communicates the value of the Software Quality process at Boston Scientific and champions departmental or cross-functional software validation initiatives.  Ensures buy-in from project team members to the disciplines, decisions and practices of the Software Validation.
• Provides structured Quality Assurance activities and metrics to promote efficient and cost-effective operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree in Science/Engineering/Software discipline
• 6 years of related experience, including 3+ years’ experience in Software Quality Assurance and validation
• People leadership experience a preference
• Working knowledge of regional and international quality system requirements including 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, CFR Part 11 for Medical Devices
• Must have good understanding of quality system requirements and how each quality system element connects
• Some experience in working with ‘Agile’ software development and validation methodologies
• Some experience/knowledge of work management and testing tools (such as JIRA, Xray, qTest)
• Experience working with a diverse population of internal and external customers
• Comfortable speaking and presenting to leadership
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Creative and innovative thinking skills
• Experience managing projects and project deliverables to completion
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work without ambiguity
• Up to 25% travel may be required

Requisition ID: 623804

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!

Benefits • Life-Work Integration • Community • Career Growth

At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.

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