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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Software Development Engineer in Test with expertise in Appium-based test automation. As a key member of our technology team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing comprehensive testing strategies for our native mobile applications and services hosted on the cloud. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of software testing technologies, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of ensuring the reliability and performance of mobile and web applications.

A Day in the Life

Responsibilities may include the following (and other duties may be assigned).

• Test Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for native mobile applications, including functional, smoke, and regression testing.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define testing objectives, scope, and deliverables.

• Test Automation:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts for front-end, back-end, and performance testing.

• Ensure continuous integration and delivery pipelines are robust and reliable.

• Performance Testing:

• Conduct performance testing to evaluate and optimize application's scalability and reliability.

• Identify and address performance bottlenecks and issues.

• Security Testing:

• Collaborate with security experts to incorporate security testing into the overall testing process.

• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.

• Collaboration and Leadership:

• Work closely with development, operations, and architecture teams to understand system architecture and design.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the testing team.

• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:

• Investigate and troubleshoot complex issues related to cloud services and applications.

• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve issues in a timely manner.

• Documentation:

• Create and maintain comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports.

• Document and communicate testing processes and best practices.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Proven experience as a Software Test Engineer with a focus on mobile applications.

• Extensive experience in test automation using tools like JavaScript, Java, Python, Appium, Jenkins, CI/CD, test reports, parallel execution, or similar tools.

• Strong scripting skills in JavaScript and Appium for test automation and infrastructure management.

• Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts and web services.

• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, BlazeMeter) and methodologies.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes).

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).

• Experience with MedTech products, firmware-based products, BLE testing.

• Previous experience in a principal or lead testing role.

About Medtronic

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.

Physical Job Requirements

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here (https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?page_name=signon&co_num=30601&co_affid=medtronic) .

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan.  Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .

The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.   

Min Salary

116800

Max Salary

175200

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.