SandboxAQ · 1 day ago
Staff Software Test Engineer, Medical Devices
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$139K/yr - $228K/yr
7+ years expSandboxAQ is a high-growth company delivering AI solutions that address some of the world's greatest challenges. They are seeking a highly experienced Software Test Engineer, Medical Devices to drive software verification and validation for a novel medical device, ensuring compliance with FDA regulatory requirements while supporting product development.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyQuantum ComputingSaaS
Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end software testing lifecycle, including authoring and maintaining comprehensive software test plans, protocols, and reports with full traceability to requirements at the FDA “enhanced software documentation” level
Drive hands-on verification and validation by designing, writing, and executing tests across multiple layers, including C/C++ firmware, Python backend services, React-based applications, and automated system-level testing
Design and execute manual system-level and integration testing, particularly for real-world hardware–software interaction scenarios
Partner with Engineering and Quality to ensure software requirements are clear, testable, and aligned with regulatory expectations
Contribute to quality system documentation, including risk management artifacts (e.g., software FMEA), traceability matrices, and tool qualification in alignment with SandboxAQ’s Quality Management System (QMS)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
7+ years of experience in software quality, software testing, or V&V roles, with significant experience in regulated medical device development
Strong programming proficiency with hands-on experience writing unit tests in C/C++ and Python
Demonstrated experience authoring and executing software V&V documentation for an FDA 510(k) submission, including both SiMD and SaMD
Deep knowledge of medical device software development lifecycles and standards, particularly IEC 62304
Preferred
Experience testing complex systems spanning firmware, application software, and cloud services
Hands-on experience with modern test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Playwright, pytest, Storybook)
Experience working with CI/CD pipelines, particularly GitHub Actions
Familiarity with device fleet management and configuration tools such as Ansible or Mender
Prior experience supporting diagnostic or cardiology medical devices
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents with generous employer premium contributions
Retirement savings with company matching
Paid parental leave
Inclusive family-building benefits
Flexible paid time off
Company-wide seasonal breaks
Support for flexible work arrangements that enable sustainable performance
Opportunities for continuous learning and growth through on-the-job development, cross-functional collaboration, and access to internal learning and development programs
Company
SandboxAQ
SandboxAQ develops AI and quantum technology solutions that enhance biopharma, cybersecurity, and materials science.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$975MKey Investors
Eric Schmidt Angel InvestmentsMichael J. Fox Foundation
2025-04-04Series E· $150M
2024-12-18Series E· $300M
2024-10-29Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Jack Hidary
Chief Executive Officer
Joerg Rathenberg
Head Of Marketing
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