Staff Design Assurance Quality Engineer- Software at Noah Medical

San Carlos, California, United States

Noah Medical Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, Healthcare, RoboticsIndustries

Requirements

  • BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related programs
  • Minimum of 8 years of Engineering work experience with a BS or a minimum of 5 years of Engineering work experience with a PhD in the medical device or similarly regulated industry

Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on guidance for establishing good product and system design requirements, design specifications, detailed designs, verification and validation activities, and planning documentation
  • Understand clinical applications, workflow and user needs
  • Review software related verification and validation strategy for the R&D organization and ensure compliance to the execution of the strategy
  • Serve as a technical resource for risk management activities for software in compliance with ISO 14971 and IEC 62304
  • Review test plans, and test cases based upon the product and component level requirements
  • Partner with Human Factors SMEs and R&D to assess the usability of the software throughout design and development
  • Review and approve V&V system maintenance such as reworks and modification and tracking related to software upgrades
  • Review root cause analysis of identified design issues and identify appropriate corrective and preventive action. Use the NC and CAPA systems as needed to structure activities
  • May perform audits of Design History Files and support both internal and external audits
  • Support Regulatory Affairs with relevant submissions, approvals, requests, and inquiries
  • Partner with PMO to apply project management tools in order to define project deliverables and establish a project schedule
  • Work collaboratively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision and guidance
  • Maintain trained status for and comply with all relevant aspects of Noah Medical Quality Management System to ensure product and support regulatory compliance
  • As the voice of quality, apply and promote best-practice use of statistical tools and techniques throughout the organization
  • Other QMS activities not specified here and as assigned

Skills

Design Assurance
Quality Engineering
Software Quality
FDA Compliance
Regulatory Standards
Design Requirements
Design Specifications
Design Verification
Product Development
Medical Devices
Risk Management
Agile Quality Systems

Noah Medical

Develops medical robotic solutions for pulmonology

About Noah Medical

Noah Medical creates medical robotic solutions to improve early diagnosis in pulmonology. Their main product, the Galaxy System™ with TiLT+ Technology™, enhances diagnostic accuracy by providing real-time navigation and an augmented fluoro feature for locating lesions. The system is designed for efficiency with a single-use bronchoscope that reduces cross-contamination risks and improves workflow. Noah Medical stands out by collaborating with leading pulmonologists to ensure their technology meets practical clinical needs.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$145.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, HealthcareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Mental Health Support
Legal Services
Pet Insurance
12+ Paid Holidays
15-20 Days of PTO
Paid Parental Leave
In-office Snacks and Beverages
In-office Lunch Stipend
Learning & Development Opportunities
Team Building and Company Organized Social Events
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from established companies like Intuitive Surgical in robotic bronchoscopy.
Potential delays in regulatory approvals could impact market entry and sales.
High cost of the Galaxy System™ may limit adoption in smaller healthcare facilities.

Differentiation

Noah Medical's Galaxy System™ offers real-time navigation updates for lung procedures.
The system's single-use bronchoscope reduces cross-contamination and improves procedural efficiency.
Compact design of the Galaxy System™ suits crowded bronch suites and operating rooms.

Upsides

Growing demand for minimally invasive procedures aligns with Noah Medical's focus.
Rising investment in healthcare technology startups offers funding opportunities for Noah Medical.
Advancements in AI enhance real-time image processing in Noah Medical's robotic systems.

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