Software QA Engineer - Application Software and Hardware Systems Testing

Position: Software QA Engineer

Location: 275 Grove Street Newton, MA - 02466

Duration: 12 Months

No Visa sponsorship

Description:

As a Software QA Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Develop, document, and execute comprehensive test cases for application and embedded software.
• Identify, document, and track software defects, inconsistencies, and performance issues using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, hardware engineers, and product managers to understand requirements and support design of effective test strategies.
• Analyze test results, provide feedback to engineering teams, and suggest improvements to enhance software performance and reliability.
• Drive improvements in testing processes, tools, and methodologies to improve product quality and reduce time to market.
• Experience in testing safety-critical software systems (e.g., automotive, medical devices).
• Familiarity with regulatory standards (FDA) and practices for medical software development (IEC 62304).
• ISTQB certification or similar quality assurance certifications is a plus.

Required skills to have for the success of this role:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with a focus on application software and hardware systems.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols such as EtherCAT, CAN, and UART.
• Familiarity with working on real-time operating systems (RTOS), Windows OS, and Linux OS environment
• Familiar with programming languages such as C, C++, or Python for automation testing.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) and continuous integration tools (e.g., Azure DevOps).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.