Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: The Opportunity: The Staff Software Test Engineer will evaluate processes and tools to facilitate testing and successful coverage. Position must be able to formulate and execute a strategic approach to testing to ensure software quality and compliance. This position is located in Alameda, California or Milpitas, California. What you will do: Review deliverables/activities as identified in the test plans for accuracy, consistency, completeness and compliance. Ensure adequate test coverage for every release. May be covering multiple projects. Mentor and provide day to day guidance to the junior members of the software test team. Review work to ensure compliance and quality. May be covering multiple projects. Provide feedback and suggest improvements to the Agile SDLC process Strategically incorporate automated testing into the SDLC Evaluate new tools and processes for adoption within the organization Complete software testing and activities for development user stories within an Agile SDLC process Review System Specifications/Requirements documents, user stories and create verification test cases (based on those requirements), and execute test cases Investigate and report unexpected events, issues or software bugs. Verify fixes. Perform exploratory testing, system level end to end testing, develop test datasets and execute automation scripts (to ensure application software releases are of high quality) Create verification and validation test plans, test reports, trace matrices and review with relevant stakeholders (dev and quality) Review code diff analysis and develop robust regression test strategy Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related engineering field Minimum 8+ years with Embedded software testing. At least 4+ years of Software Quality Assurance in a regulated industry is required. 1+ years of scripting/automating tests (familiarity with automation) is required. At least 3 years of coding preferable with (C, C++) Knowledge of software verification and validation methodologies. Understanding test-driven methodologies. Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, creativity, and independent thought. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical & problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities The base pay for this position is $114,000.00 – $228,000.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Product Development DIVISION: ADC Diabetes Care LOCATION: United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: United States > Milpitas : 1820 McCarthy Blvd WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter