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A Day in the LifeAs an Engineering Manager - Software Test Automation & Quality Engineering, you will lead a team responsible for designing, developing, and deploying software quality solutions that support medical device software, firmware, and embedded systems. You will drive the adoption of modern automation frameworks, AI-enabled testing approaches, and engineering best practices to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and reliable solutions.You will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to manage execution, resource planning, technical excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a high-performing and inclusive team environment.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
- Lead and manage a team of software quality and test automation professionals.
- Drive the development and implementation of automated testing solutions for software, firmware, embedded systems, and related applications.
- Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of projects while managing scope, timelines, quality, and resources.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, product, quality, and program teams to support product development and release activities.
- Establish and continuously improve software quality processes, automation frameworks, and engineering practices.
- Support the adoption of AI-enabled testing methodologies and modern automation technologies.
- Coach, mentor, and develop team members through goal setting, performance management, and career development planning.
- Ensure compliance with applicable quality, regulatory, and organizational standards.
- Drive operational excellence through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage stakeholder communications and influence outcomes across multiple teams and functions.
Required Knowledge and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant professional experience with demonstrated experience in software engineering, software quality, test automation, or related technical domains.
- Proven experience leading technical teams and delivering complex projects in a cross-functional environment.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), software testing, and quality engineering practices.
- Experience with automation frameworks, test strategy development, and quality processes.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Nice to Haves: - Advanced degree in a relevant technical field.
- Experience with medical device, healthcare, regulated industry, or safety-critical software development environments.
- Experience with cloud-based applications, embedded systems, firmware testing, or AI-driven quality engineering solutions.
- Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and modern DevOps practices.
- Demonstrated success in building and developing high-performing engineering teams.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
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Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent degree meeting applicable U.S. immigration requirements
- 17+ years of overall experience and at least 5 years of relevant experience
- Alternatively, an advanced degree with at least 3 years of prior relevant experience
- Experience leading and managing execution of processes, projects, and tactics within a job area
- Advanced knowledge and skills in a specific technical or professional discipline
- Experience managing and developing technical personnel and teams
Medtronic Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Medtronic and has not been reviewed or approved by Medtronic.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is considered comprehensive, with high-quality medical, dental, and vision options through major providers and added mental-health resources. These programs are frequently highlighted as a core strength of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family benefits stand out, including up to 24 weeks paid leave for U.S. birthing parents, 12 weeks for other parents, and a global Family Care Leave at 100% pay. Family-building support (fertility, adoption/surrogacy reimbursements) and backup care further reinforce this strength.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is described as competitive and reliable for long-term savings. Additional financial programs, such as tuition assistance and charitable-gift matching, complement retirement planning.
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What We Do
Medtronic is a global healthcare solutions company operating in approximately 160 countries. We are committed to improving lives through our medical technologies, services, and solutions. Since our beginning, 60 years ago, our Mission has remained the same: to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for people around the world. The Mission is our ethical framework and inspirational goal guiding our day-to-day work. It reminds us that our efforts are transforming millions of lives each year. To meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals around the globe, we operate from more than 370 locations in approximately 160 countries.
