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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:
The Software Quality Assurance Engineer II will serve as a Quality representative in the Neuromodulation Software/Firmware product development. The Software Quality Assurance Engineer II will provide Quality Engineering input throughout the product life cycle process. The Software Quality Assurance Engineer II will be actively participating in design activities of new product development and sustaining activities for commercialized product. The Software Quality Assurance Engineer II will be involved in the development, testing and validation of Software/Firmware products.

In the Neuromodulation division, we continue to advance science in electronic implantable technologies that help patients manage debilitating chronic pain and neurological conditions such as movement disorders

This is a hybrid position based out of Valencia, CA with the expectation to be on-site 3 days a week.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Actively working within a team of Product Software Quality Assurance Engineers.
• Actively contributing to all aspects of Software/Firmware Quality Assurance activities in a highly regulated Active Implantable Medical Device environment.
• Ensures the Quality of software systems, validate product software and firmware requirements, security requirements and compliances.
• Support design, development, and test of software related to all Boston Scientific Neuromodulation product lines during their entire development life cycle, from requirements gathering phase to the retirement phase.
• Support the creation and execution of Design Validation Plan, Protocols and Reports to perform System level testing of Neuromodulation products and report any issues discovered.
• Perform review of design, development, and testing of software and firmware used in Boston Scientific Neuromodulation product lines.
• Perform review and approval of documentation associated with user requirements, hazard analysis, security risk assessment, usability, functional and design specifications, design reviews, test protocols, requirements traceability, etc.
• Actively working to support Automated Test Equipment validation activities.
• Actively working to support Software related CAPA.
• Support Design Validation activities, which encompass reviews of User Needs Requirements, Design Requirements, Functional, Architectural, Module Design Details, Code and Design reviews, Unit tests, Integration tests, System level (black box), Structural (white box), Test Automation, Ad-Hoc/Exploratory test activities, Cybersecurity, Usability, and Risk Management, Design FMEAs, and Hazard Analysis.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor'sDegree in Computer Science or Software/Electrical Engineering/Biomedical Engineering or other Engineering disciplines
• 2+ years of transferable working experience
• Working knowledge of testing process and methodologies
• Manual system level testing experience in a regulated environment
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle Processes per IEC 62304
• Experience in Programming Languages such as C#, C++, Swift, Node.js, Java/JavaScript, Cloud, Windows, iOS, Android, Python, LabView

Preferred qualifications:

• MS degree in Computer Science or Software/Electrical Engineering
• Must possess excellent organizational, clear verbal and written communication skills
• Must be team-oriented with people skills and positive can-do attitude in dealing with many customers, and several competing tasks from various departments (R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, Quality and Regulatory, Clinical, Project Management, etc.)
• Must be detail oriented and have a passion to "Build Quality In" the products
• Experience working in the medical device industry or other highly regulated environment
• Basic academic knowledge of principles of Neuromodulation
• Some experience with CAPA, Complaint Handling and External Audit
• Experience/Understanding of Risk Management as per ISO 14971
• Understand Premarket Cybersecurity Guidance, Post Market Cybersecurity Guidance and 81001-5-1
• Understand Bluetooth technology
• Understand Mobile applications development
• Understand aspects of HIPAA and GDPR compliance practices
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or ASQ Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE)
  

U.S. Pay Transparency and Disclosure
The anticipated hourly base pay range for this full-time position working at this location will be $71,700 to $134,300 plus an annual bonus, subject to plan eligibility and other requirements, and the value of core and optional employee benefits being offered at BSC, which For internal use only within Boston Scientific. Do not copy, distribute or forward this document outside the company. 2 Updated: January 12, 2023 Published: December 22, 2022 can be reviewed at www.bscbenefitsconnect.com. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated pay range. Boston Scientific considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, and other relevant business or organizational needs. Actual compensation may be otherwise adjusted if the position is filled outside of the intended geographic location.

Requisition ID:582674

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

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 is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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