The Role
Lead software quality engineering for cloud-based automated orthodontic treatment-planning services. Design and maintain automated functional, regression, performance, and integration testing systems; perform exploratory testing; troubleshoot defects; and support developers with early testing. Lead release QA across multiple teams, including test strategy, risk assessment, coverage, execution, and documentation. Maintain automation frameworks, test environments, and CI/CD pipelines while advancing QA practices in a regulated medical-device environment.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are looking for a Senior Software Developer in Test (SDT) to join a team responsible for developing and improving the cloud services platform built for automated treatment planning for our Invisalign product. You will work in close collaboration with colleagues from a larger Treatment Planning group and with clinical experts, focusing on algorithmic and mathematical solutions for orthodontic problems spread across different geographies. As a Senior SDT, you will design and extend automatic test systems for complex problem domains in a regulated medical environment.
Role expectations
- Interact closely with clinical experts, project managers, product owners, and software developers, to analyze specifications and deliver detailed requirements.
- Find advanced solutions for verifying open-ended clinical requirements.
- Develop functional, regression, performance, and integration testing solutions using test automation tools
- Perform exploratory testing to quickly uncover problems and to guide the development of more formal test scripts.
- Write and review automatic tests, and support software developers in writing tests early in the development process.
- Troubleshoot and triage manually reported problems and feedback.
- Contribute to documentation, architecture, project planning and sizing.
- Participate in release preparation: software verification, maintenance of test coverage, troubleshooting and production support.
- Act as QA lead for releases containing work from multiple teams: preparing test strategies, risk assessments, reviewing test plans, coverage, overseeing execution and documentation
- Set up, maintain, and improve reliable test environments and CI/CD pipelines.
- Set up, configure, maintain, and improve existing automation frameworks. Research new test tools, test methodologies, and trends, to upgrade existing practices and processes and to create new frameworks.
- Collaborate with other teams to improve automation, QA methodologies, and best practices throughout the company.
What we're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Mathematics or related field, or equivalent experience in commercial software development.
- 8+ years of professional experience in similar positions in an enterprise / commercial environment.
- Deep understanding and 6+ years of practical experience with tools, methodologies, and frameworks for automatic software testing.
- Using AI/LLM (Claude, Copilot) tools every day, for all aspects verification/testing
- Excellent knowledge and practical experience with Python.
- Experience in AWS cloud platform working with services like Lambdas, API Gateway, S3, AmazonMQ (RabbitMQ), App Config, CloudWatch, etc.
- Experience in agile SDLC.
- Working knowledge of GIT
- Experience with Build Management, Software Configuration Management, Change Management, and Release Management activities.
- Experience in writing and maintenance of technical documentation.
- Highly motivated, creative, self-starter, with excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and a “can do” attitude. Thrives in a high-paced, multi-task environment.
Complementary skills
- Experience working in highly regulated industries (such as Banking, Financial, Healthcare, Medical Devices, Aerospace, etc.)
- Experience working with Atlassian stack Bamboo, Zephyr (TM4J), Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence etc.
- Experience with working with GitHub stack, including GitHub Actions.
- Experience working with Splunk which our primary monitoring tool.
- Experience testing versioned REST API REST/web services, event streaming.
- Mathematical background, and knowledge of optimization methods, linear algebra, analytical geometry, and/or 3D graphics on a university level.
- Knowledge of modern C++ or C#.
Pay Transparency
If provided, base salary or wage rate ranges are the range in which Align reasonably expects to set a candidate’s pay for the posted position. Actual placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members. For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically.
For Field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable incentive compensation plan. A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S.
Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.
This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization. Canadian work experience is not required for this position. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We use automated tools (including artificial intelligence “AI”) in our hiring process. This may include AI-based screening or assessment of applications. All final hiring decisions will be made by humans.
This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization. Canadian work experience is not required for this position. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We use automated tools (including artificial intelligence “AI”) in our hiring process. This may include AI-based screening or assessment of applications. All final hiring decisions will be made by humans.
About
Your growth and well-being:At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process. Discover Align:We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here!Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent commercial software development experience
- 8+ years of professional experience in similar positions in an enterprise or commercial environment
- 6+ years of practical experience with automated software testing tools, methodologies, and frameworks
- Daily use of AI/LLM tools such as Claude or Copilot for verification and testing
- Excellent knowledge and practical experience with Python
- Experience with AWS cloud services, including Lambda, API Gateway, S3, Amazon MQ, AppConfig, and CloudWatch
- Experience with agile software development life cycle practices
- Working knowledge of Git
- Experience with build management, software configuration management, change management, and release management
- Experience writing and maintaining technical documentation
- Experience working in highly regulated industries such as banking, financial services, healthcare, medical devices, or aerospace
- Experience with Atlassian tools including Bamboo, Zephyr or TM4J, Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence
- Experience with GitHub Actions
- Experience with Splunk
- Experience testing versioned REST APIs, web services, and event streaming
- University-level knowledge of optimization methods, linear algebra, analytical geometry, or 3D graphics
- Knowledge of modern C++ or C#
Align Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Align Technology and has not been reviewed or approved by Align Technology.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life, and both short‑ and long‑term disability, along with AD&D and wellness resources. Select locations add region‑specific programs such as medical coverage and Multisport, reinforcing breadth.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — A corporate bonus plan outlines performance‑based rewards and eligibility, and compensation is described as competitive in commercial roles. Incentive structures in sales are portrayed as offering strong on‑target earnings potential.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) plan with company contribution mechanisms, profit sharing, and a defined contribution pension plan. These elements emphasize long‑term financial security alongside salary and bonus.
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What We Do
Twenty years ago, we pioneered the world's first clear aligners. Since then, we have continuously innovated with new products and technologies that are revolutionizing treatments for doctors and their patients. Invisalign clear aligners and the iTero Intraoral scanner help dental professionals achieve the clinical results they expect and deliver effective, advanced dental options to their patients. Helping change millions of lives, one smile at a time. Discover your straight path to a bright future at Align. As a part of our smart, diverse and fast-moving global team, you'll make an impact for the market leader that's moving an industry forward. Want to find out what’s next for us—and for you?
