Senior/Staff/Principal Software QA/Test Engineer Los Angeles, California

Senior / Staff / Principal Software QA / Test Engineer

Open Position Senior / Staff / Principal Software QA / Test Engineer

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Horizon Surgical Systems Inc.

Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. is revolutionizing the world of surgical ophthalmology by developing a novel, AI driven, and imaging-guided surgical robotic system.

We are seeking highly motivated, and intellectually inquisitive individuals looking to make a positive impact on healthcare via the development of robotic technology.

Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. offers :

• An opportunity to build autonomous surgical robotic systems driven by image guidance and AI technology for the future of affordable, high-quality healthcare.
• The opportunity to work alongside clinicians, engineers, and global leaders in cutting-edge AI, imaging, and robotics technology.
• Competitive compensation and an excellent company-paid benefits package.

In your role as an engineer at Horizon Surgical Systems, you will design components and systems (hardware and software) as part of a complete product subjected to FDA regulations.

Your design will be subject to safety and efficacy requirements.

Required Qualifications and Abilities :

• Educational Background :
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• Technical Skills :
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C / C++, Python, Bash, or other relevant languages.
• Proficiency in working with Linux OS is a must.
• Familiarity with robotics platforms like ROS, ROS 2, or similar.
• Experience :
• Proven experience in software quality assurance, preferably in the medical device or surgical robotics domain.
• Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test reports.
• Proficiency with tools like Git / JIRA / Confluence and platforms like GitHub.
• Knowledge :
• Familiarity with medical device regulations and standards such as IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, TIR57, TIR97.
• Familiarity with software QA tools, methodologies, and processes.
• Soft Skills :
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Good communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, and product managers.
• Other Requirements :
• Capable of occasionally lifting and / or moving robotics equipment.
• Ability to handle delicate robotic components and tools.
• Comfortable working in a lab or workshop environment alongside surgical robotic systems.

Responsibilities :

• Ensure all software testing activities are compliant with medical device standards and regulations (e.g., IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 13485).
• Prioritize and advocate for patient safety during all phases of software development and testing.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation and evidence for regulatory submissions and audits.
• Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases, test plans, and test scripts for various robotic functionalities.
• Identify, analyze, and document software defects, inconsistencies, and enhancements.
• Execute regression tests, functional tests, and stress tests.
• Work closely with the software development team to understand the architectural design and specific functionalities.
• Coordinate with the hardware team to integrate software-hardware testing.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand and define product requirements and specifications.
• Work with software lead in the development and improvement of software QA processes, methodologies, and tools.
• Document detailed steps for reproducing reported software anomalies and defects.
• Maintain QA log and issue tracker to keep track of reported defects and their resolution status.
• Generate QA metrics and reports to highlight the software's quality and areas for improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-tech startup that is poised to revolutionize surgical robotics in ophthalmology.

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