BD (Tissuemed Ltd) · 3 months ago
Director, Software Test
Sparks, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$163K/yr - $293K/yr
10+ years expBD is one of the largest global medical technology companies, seeking a visionary Director of Software Test to lead their global software testing organization. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software for laboratory instruments and the enterprise informatics platform, developing comprehensive testing strategies and fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Health CareHospitalMedicalMedical Device
Responsibilities
Develop and lead the execution of strategic software testing priorities that align with our product roadmap and business objectives
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
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
Drive the development and adoption of a robust and scalable test automation framework to deliver impact by improving team efficiency and product quality
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
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
Ensure that all software testing activities are conducted in compliance with relevant regulatory standards captured within the design controls and Quality Management System
Evaluate and select appropriate testing tools and infrastructure to support our testing strategy and enhance team productivity
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
Competitive package of compensation and benefits programs
Company
BD (Tissuemed Ltd)
Experts in bioadhesives: Tissuemed develops and markets adhesive films to prevent air, blood and fluid leaks encountered in surgery.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.05M2021-12-09Acquired
2015-06-01Grant· $0.05M
Recent News
2025-02-21
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