Senior Software Test Engineer
pharmaceutical companyTucson (AZ)
About the role
We are seeking aSenior Software Test & Validation Engineerto serve as the Product Owner for Test, responsible for defining and driving the overall testing strategy for hardware-integrated systems. This is a strategic leadership role requiring strong technical depth and the ability to translate customer needs into robust validation solutions. The ideal candidate is a thought leader who can drive quality from a systems perspective—not a tactical/manual tester.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and drive the overall test and validation strategy
- Translate customer requirements into technical validation solutions
- Own, build, and prioritize the team backlog; define user stories and acceptance criteria
- Lead Program Increment (PI) planning and coordinate cross-team dependencies
- Formally approve features and user stories based on defined “Definition of Done”Ensure compliance with FDA / regulated environment standards
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and promote built-in quality
- Present technical findings and project results to diverse stakeholder groups
Required Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in software testing for hardware-integrated or embedded systems
- Strong experience in Verification & Validation (V&V)
- Experience in FDA, FAA, or other regulated environments
- Strong leadership and Product Owner mindset
- Experience working in Agile or SAFe environments
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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