Software Verification & Validation Engineer
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About Neuralink
We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.
Team Description
Join the Quality Team, where our mission is to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards by streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency through innovative process development. Our vision is to set internal quality standards that exceed FDA expectations. We seek a dynamic individual who thrives on continuous improvement and is passionate about implementing systems that drive compliance and optimize performance.
Job Description and Responsibilities
As a Software Verification & Validation Engineer, you will play a critical role in upholding the integrity of our software systems within a highly-regulated medical device environment. This position involves overseeing validation activities to ensure software meets FDA requirements, including 21 CFR Part 11, 21 CFR Part 820 and SaMD / SiMD guidelines, while collaborating across teams to support the development of new software tools. Specifically, you will :
- Sustain software V&V activities ensuring ongoing compliance and performance
- Own the software V&V program, including development, revision, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures
- Serve as the subject matter expert on 21 CFR Part 11, 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 62304, and other SW Validation Standards for driving overall compliance with FDA guidelines
- Conduct design controls, code reviews, unit tests, creation and review of sBOMs, and related activities to verify software integrity per regulatory standards
- Act as a Quality liaison with core software teams for the development and validation of internal systems
- Develop and own SaMD / SiMD compliance for our devices, including clinical evaluation, analytical validation, and risk management
- Develop and execute validation protocols, test plans, scripts, and reports to document software performance, including integrated verification activities with limited supervision
- Develop an automated V&V process for SW back-end testing
- Perform software risk assessments and contribute to hazard mitigation strategies
- Support regulatory audits, inspections, and submissions with comprehensive documentation
- Validate and verify software utilized across various divisions, including custom and off-the-shelf software
- Apply knowledge of high-level programming languages to create new test protocols, debug existing ones, and resolve issues
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, biomedical engineering, or a related field1+ years of experience in a regulated field performing software design, verification, or validation, preferably in the medical device or pharmaceutical industriesProficiency in validation tools, scripting (e.g., Python), and code review processesExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teamsPreferred Qualifications
3+ years in medical device software validation, with hands-on IEC 62304 lifecycle experienceFamiliarity with risk management standards like ISO 14971, as well as IEC 60601 and other relevant medical device standardsExperience in post-market surveillance and software updates in regulated environmentsExpertise in SaMD compliance, including FDA guidance on clinical and analytical validationHands-on experience with software development lifecycle methodologies, including Agile and SAFeProficiency with defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira) and statistical software (e.g., Minitab)Experience with regulatory agencies and standards like 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and IEC 62304 / 82304Compensation & Benefits
Expected Compensation : The anticipated base salary range is $71,000—$119,000 USD. Actual base pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Neuralink offers equity compensation (RSUs) for all full-time employees.
Base Salary Range : $71,000—$119,000 USD
What We Offer :
Growth opportunities and the chance to work with top experts from diverse fieldsExcellent medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid holidays and commuter benefitsMeals providedEquity (RSUs) for full-time employees401(k) plan; parental leave; flexible time offJob Details
Seniority level : Mid-Senior levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Quality AssuranceIndustries : Technology, Information and InternetReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Neuralink. Get notified about new Verification & Validation Engineer jobs in Austin, TX.
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