Staff Software Test Engineer

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Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg, DEU
In-Office
Mid level
Healthtech
The Role
Plan, design, and lead test strategies for complex software and systems. Develop and maintain manual and automated tests, test platforms, and documentation. Mentor engineers, coordinate cross-functional testing activities, ensure regulatory-quality compliance, and improve test processes across the software lifecycle.
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Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite

Are you a highly experience Software Test Engineer? Do you have strong experience in both manual and automated testing? If so, we want to hear from you!

What you will do:

We need a highly motivated and skilled Staff Software Test Engineer who is passionate about using modern software engineering and testing principles to deliver robust applications to our global users. The Staff Software Test Engineer will plan the schedule and manage test activities for features or projects as well as evaluate standards and special software. The Staff Software Test Engineer may work with outsourced design partners, review and mentor less experienced engineers’ deliverables and have a holistic understanding of tests for modules, sub-systems, and the fully integrated system. This position will define, design, implement, and maintain engineering test equipment, test strategies, test software and specifications for sub-systems and complete systems. This is a role responsible for carrying out various tasks to ensure our test approaches are effectively and efficiently designed, implemented, and maintained for both legacy and new development.

Responsibilities:

  • Highly proficient in test methodologies, tools, and techniques.

  • Collaborate with team members across product, architecture, development, DevOps, and testing teams in designing testing approaches.

  • Collaborate with product management teams in an Agile/Scrum environment to develop a comprehensive set of tests.

  • Able to provide in-depth analysis to resolve technical issues, anticipate risks and ensure timely management escalation

  • Provide test solutions for both functional and non-functional software quality.

  • Lead test effort estimation, test planning and risk analysis activities for features or projects.

  • Manage resources, testing schedules, and quality expectations for features or projects.

  • Develop manual/automation test strategy or design documentations.

  • Create manual/automation procedure and process documentation to enable end-users to successful operate system software.

  • Design and develop test platforms for new and existing complex products from concept to implementation.

  • Provide mentoring and trainings as needed

  • Participate in the software technical design reviews to mentor less experienced engineers as well as reinforce best design practices.

  • Optimize, improve & maintain best test process and practices

  • Liaise between less experienced Engineers and Sr. Staff and above Engineers.

  • Ensure all quality assurance and testing activities are conducted throughout the software life cycle and that the results are documented per the Quality Management System.

What you need:

  • B.S. of Engineering in software engineering/computer science or related discipline with 4 or more years of software testing experience

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

  • Knowledge of regulatory standards applicable to medical device and software development life cycle: 21 CFR part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and IEC 62304.

  • Knowledge of C++ and Python preferred.

  • Demonstrated experience in system software testing, both manual and automated testing.

  • Demonstrated experience in the following: test strategy, test case development, software testing methods, software risk analysis across the complete system and software development practices.

  • Demonstrated experience in leading complex product development initiatives from concept through release.

  • Demonstrated experience in influencing cross-functional teams beyond own group (Process/Project Stakeholder)

  • Demonstrated experience in developing and leading a well-defined strategy

  • Demonstrated experience in identifying process gaps and implementing improvements in respected zones and correct/improve processes

  • Demonstrated experience in proposing solutions rather than problems (local level)

Who we want:

  • Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.

  • User-focused creators. Engineers who design with the user in mind, developing software that helps change patients’ lives.

  • Teammates. Partners who listen to ideas, share thoughts and work together to move the business forward.

  • Analytical problem solvers. People who go beyond just fixing to identify root causes, evaluate optimal solutions, and recommend comprehensive upgrades to prevent future issues

  • Goal-oriented developers. Keeping the customer and requirements squarely in focus, people who deliver safe and robust solutions.

Travel Percentage: 10%

Skills Required

  • B.S. in software engineering, computer science, or related discipline with 4+ years of software testing experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards: 21 CFR part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304
  • Knowledge of C++ and Python
  • Demonstrated experience in system software testing, both manual and automated testing
  • Experience in test strategy, test case development, software testing methods, and software risk analysis across complete systems
  • Experience leading complex product development initiatives from concept through release
  • Experience influencing cross-functional teams and leading a well-defined strategy
  • Experience identifying process gaps and implementing improvements
  • Proven ability to propose solutions and drive testing process improvements

Inari Medical Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Inari Medical and has not been reviewed or approved by Inari Medical.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered competitive for many roles, with employees described as 'extremely happy' with total compensation including pay, stock, equity, and benefits. Feedback suggests above‑average salary levels across departments contribute to strong pay sentiment.
  • Healthcare Strength Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% employer‑paid premiums for employees cited in multiple descriptions. Additional options like critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and wellness programs reinforce the healthcare offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off is characterized by unlimited PTO, cited as a top benefit by employees. Paid holidays and flexible hours are also referenced, expanding the range of time‑off options.

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The Company
HQ: Irvine, CA
956 Employees

What We Do

Inari Medical, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical device company focused on developing products to treat and transform the lives of patients suffering from venous diseases.

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