Lead Technologist - System Verification & Test Design

Job Responsibilities:
• Leads and participates in cross-functional teams to define and implement test automation strategies for repetitive tasks, optimizing test coverage and reducing manual effort.
• Monitors and analyzes testing process metrics (e.g., defect identification rates, test execution time) to identify areas for improvement and propose data-driven solutions for continuous improvement, working under limited supervision.
• Develops and implements comprehensive test strategies for complex systems, ensuring alignment with project objectives, system requirements, and industry best practices.
• Leads and oversees the validation efforts for assigned system testing projects, driving adherence to internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Influences product design by proactively identifying potential testability issues and proposing solutions to optimize testing methodologies, enhancing overall system quality and efficiency.
• Designs and executes advanced test scenarios, including performance, security, and compatibility testing, to comprehensively evaluate system behavior under various conditions.
• Develops and maintains a deep understanding of Philips' testing frameworks and tools, selecting and applying the most effective tools for complex system testing needs.
• Mentors and guides junior and mid-level test engineers on test case design, test execution techniques, and best practices in system testing.
• Develops and delivers training sessions to share knowledge and best practices in system testing methodologies with the broader engineering team.
• Serves as a technical expert within the Systems Engineering department, providing guidance and support on complex testing challenges and advising on test strategy for new projects.
Minimum required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline.

• 15+ years of experience in testing, including test strategy and planning.

• Strong manual testing expertise; prior automation testing experience preferred.

• Experience in performance, reliability, and compatibility testing.

• Familiarity with healthcare industry standards and regulatory submissions.

• Proficiency in tools like ALM, PTC, TFS, and configuration management systems.

• Programming knowledge (preferably C#); exposure to BDD, Gherkin, SpecFlow is a plus.

• Strong understanding of defect management and test design methodologies.

• Experience working in SAFe Agile environments.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in the healthcare domain, especially with interoperability standards.

• Exposure to test automation frameworks and scripting languages.

• Knowledge of automation feasibility analysis and automation strategy development.

Preferred Certification:
Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Preferred Skills:
• Verification Testing
• Validation Testing
• Quality Specifications
• Regulatory Requirements
• Troubleshooting
• Requirements Analysis
• Business Acumen
• Continuous Improvement
• Stakeholder Management
• Systems Architecture
• Systems Integration
• Risk Management
• Cybersecurity
• Software Test Automation
• System Integration Testing (SIT)
• Test Planning

Personal Characteristics

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

• Quality-driven, decisive, and customer-focused.

• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

• Strong problem-solving skills and systems thinking.

• Effective in conflict management and coaching team members.

• Collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

How we work together
We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week.
Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities.
Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.
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