Principal Reliability Engineer – Software Quality

Medtronic UK

Boston, MA, US
Base: $140,600 to $198,000 py; bonus/equity: incen...
Hybrid
Medical device software quality assurance
Fda 21 cfr part 11 and part 820 compliance
Iso 13485 iso 14971 iec 62304 regulations
This role is responsible for ensuring software quality objectives are met throughout the Product Development Process for complex medical devices

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for ensuring software quality objectives are met throughout the Product Development Process for complex medical devices.
  • The position requires navigating complex government regulations including FDA 21 CFR Part 11, Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and IEC 62304.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including incentive plans, a 401(k) match, paid time off, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Matching Summary

This role is responsible for ensuring software quality objectives are met throughout the Product Development Process for complex medical devices.

Salary

Base: $140,600 to $198,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Incentive plans and Employee Stock Purchase Plan available; Benefits: 401(k) match, short-term disability, paid time off, and holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Medical device software quality assurance
  • FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and Part 820 compliance
  • ISO 13485 ISO 14971 IEC 62304 regulations
  • AAMI TIR45 programming languages C C++ C# Python SQL
  • Minitab statistical analysis and process improvement
  • SFMEA SFTA reliability tools implementation
  • Software validation automation testing V&V

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-functional team coordination skills
  • Cybersecurity knowledge in medical devices
  • Design History File management experience
  • Product lifecycle management expertise

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 7 years or Master's with 5 years of software engineering experience
  • Minimum 5 years experience coordinating cross-functional groups for medical device software quality
  • Proven expertise in MDPD, SDLC, and specific regulatory frameworks (FDA/ISO)
  • Hands-on experience with AAMI TIR45 standards and multiple programming languages
  • Experience reviewing and dispositioning Software Defects and Problem Reports (SPRs)

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