Staff Engineer, Software Design Quality at Abbott

Burlington, Massachusetts, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Experienced Staff Software Quality Engineer
  • Knowledge of Abbott’s design control requirements and state-of-the-art standards for medical device software development
  • Ability to serve as a technical representative providing quality oversight for software development projects
  • Onsite work in Pleasanton, CA or Burlington, MA location
  • Full-time employment

Responsibilities

  • Provide oversight of R&D design control deliverables for development of medical product software (Cloud Patient Care Networks, mobile applications and embedded software), non-medical software, and non-product software as part of the Global Design Quality Department
  • Support software verification and validation activities for new products and software changes in accordance with plans; review and approve requirements, software test case protocols/reports, software development plans, and other system and software documentation
  • Participate in meetings to evaluate, prioritize, and develop action plans for addressing software defects/bugs captured in the problem resolution systems
  • Perform risk assessments and associated management activities related to software development including FMEA, product risk analysis, and mitigation of software issues
  • Participate in technical and management reviews to ensure design plans, product designs, and deliverables related to product software are met; represent the Global Design Quality Department for final review and approval of project deliverables
  • Support non-product software validation by assessing the need for validation and preparing and/or supporting protocols, reports and other documentation as required
  • May be involved with supporting product cybersecurity assessments in conjunction with a cross-functional team
  • Work as an individual contributor and provide guidance or oversee work of other Software Quality team members
  • Support audits and lead quality system improvement activities
  • Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, EUMDR, and other regulatory requirements and Abbott policies, processes, and procedures

Skills

Software Quality Engineering
Design Controls
Medical Devices
Quality Assurance
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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