Software Development Engineer in Test
ZEISS Group3 days ago
Halifax, CanadaMid Level
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, clinical, quality, regulatory, purchasing, marketing, and engineering teams on interdisciplinary projects.
- Write, review, and execute documented test procedures for medical device software using automated frameworks and tools where possible.
- Prepare 510(k) submission documentation, including architecture, design specifications, test plans, and requirements.
- Develop hardware abstraction layers for off-the-shelf and custom device hardware.
- Participate in code, document, and quality reviews and diagnose and resolve bugs through root cause analysis.
- Manage test-script repositories, including versioning and releases.
- Develop verification strategies with systems and component hardware engineers and lead software, equipment software, and test-script verification and validation.
- Contribute to risk management and lead Halifax site cybersecurity initiatives in consultation with ZEISS Cybersecurity.
- Engage with clinical staff, Key Opinion Leaders, regulatory agencies, and interdisciplinary internal teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or equivalent education and experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in test development and execution.
- Experience developing tests involving software and hardware components.
- Experience in a heavily regulated industry is an asset.
- Proficiency in C++ and Python.
- Expertise in Visual Studio, the Atlassian suite, Zephyr Scale, PuTTY, and NI-VISA.
- Familiarity with Bash or PowerShell scripting is an asset.
- Familiarity with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and function generators.
- Strong troubleshooting, debugging, documentation, and technical communication abilities.
- English proficiency is required; basic German language skills are an asset.
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
Benefits
- The role is onsite in ZEISS's Halifax, Nova Scotia office during regular working hours.
- Occasional travel may be required to ZEISS locations in Oberkochen, Germany, and California, USA.
- ZEISS provides accessible and barrier-free employment practices and accommodation support during the recruitment process.
About ZEISS Group
ZEISS Group develops and sells optics and optoelectronics for semiconductor makers, manufacturers, clinicians, researchers, and consumers, spanning lithography systems, industrial metrology, medical devices, microscopes, and eyeglass and camera lenses. Founded in 1846 and headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany, the company is wholly owned by the Carl Zeiss Foundation. It operates globally and generates around €12 billion in annual revenue across segments including Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, and Consumer Markets.