BD · 3 months ago
Director, Software Test
USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$163K/yr - $293K/yr
10+ years expBD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world, and they are seeking a visionary and experienced Director of Software Test to lead their global software testing organization. This critical leadership role is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software that powers laboratory instruments and the enterprise informatics platform, while developing and implementing a comprehensive software testing strategy.
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Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Develop and lead the execution of strategic software testing priorities that align with our product roadmap and business objectives. Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the software development lifecycle
Comprehensive Test Strategy: Define and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive test strategy that covers all aspects of our software, including: Embedded software for our laboratory instruments. Our enterprise informatics platform, including its data repository, analytics capabilities, and integration engine. End-to-end workflow testing across multiple instruments and the informatics platform. Functional, regression, performance, security, and usability testing
Agile and DevOps Transformation: Champion and implement agile testing best practices, including enabling effective continuous integration, continuous delivery (CI/CD), and automated testing, to accelerate delivery without compromising quality
Automation Framework: Drive the development and adoption of a robust and scalable test automation framework to deliver impact by improving team efficiency and product quality
Metrics and Reporting: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track testing progress, quality trends, and team performance. Provide regular reports to senior leadership on the status of software quality
Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software development, product management, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs, to ensure alignment and a shared understanding of quality objectives
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all software testing activities are conducted in compliance with relevant regulatory standards captured within the design controls and Quality Management System
Tools and Infrastructure: Evaluate and select appropriate testing tools and infrastructure to support our testing strategy and enhance team productivity
Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of software test engineers and managers across multiple geographic locations. Foster a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages professional growth and development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
10+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing a software test or QA team
Proven experience in a regulated industry, preferably medical device, in-vitro diagnostics (IVD), or a related healthcare field
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing a comprehensive software test strategy for a complex product ecosystem, including both embedded and enterprise software
Extensive experience with agile development methodologies and implementing agile testing practices
Strong background in test automation, including the development and implementation of automation frameworks and strategies
In-depth knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices
Expertise in various types of testing, including functional, non-functional, and integration testing
Familiarity with regulatory requirements for software in medical devices (e.g., FDA QSR, ISO 13485)
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Experience with test management and automation tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail, Selenium, Appium)
Experience with CI/CD tools and principles
Benefits
Valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs
Company
BD helps advance clinical therapy with the process for patients and health care providers with innovative technology services and solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$540MKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Tom Polen
Chairman, CEO and President
Richard Byrd
Executive Vice President and President of the BD Interventional Segment
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