{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b36592cfd55d7ad3dfcc4e14","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b36592cfd55d7ad3dfcc4e14","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b36592cfd55d7ad3dfcc4e14","title":"Software Development Quality Engineer II","description":"Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.\n\nJob Description\n\nAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.\n\nWorking at Abbott\n\nAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:\n\nCareer development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .\n\nEmployees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year\n\nAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution\n\nTuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.\n\nA company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.\n\nMAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE\n\nThis role is ONSITE and is based out of the Sylmar, CA location.\n\nThis position is responsible for executing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support for software utilized throughout division.\n\nMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nWe are seeking a high‑caliber Software Development Quality Engineer to support the design and development of new products, with a primary focus on firmware and communication software, as well as non‑product software, including automated manufacturing test systems. This role contributes to ensuring software reliability, developing and maintaining quality processes and procedures, and assuring adherence to the software development lifecycle across Abbott. The successful candidate will build strong, collaborative partnerships with cross‑functional teams to support organizational\n\nsuccess while protecting patient and user safety and meeting business needs.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\n\nPlan, execute, and complete Quality Engineering deliverables on schedule, including manual and automated test plans, test procedures, scripts, and reports.\n\nLead and coordinate test planning and execution activities, ensuring alignment with project schedules and cross‑functional dependencies.\n\nAcquire and apply a strong understanding of testing methodologies, processes, tools, templates, and test environments to effectively support assigned projects.\n\nClearly communicate and support team members and cross‑functional partners in understanding testing strategies, processes, tools, and quality concepts.\n\nDevelop, review, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), specifications, and test procedures in accordance with Quality System requirements.\n\nExecute Design Verification and Validation (V&V) activities, including hands‑on testing, test automation development as appropriate, and cross‑functional root‑cause analysis and issue resolution.\n\nParticipate in and provide quality input during system, software, and firmware requirements reviews, design reviews, and code inspections, leveraging static analysis and test‑driven development (TDD) practices as applicable.\n\nReview and assess test protocols, procedures, and test results generated by other functional groups to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.\n\nSupport product Risk Management activities, including identification, assessment, and verification of software‑related risk controls.\n\nProactively identify opportunities to improve software and firmware design reviews through enhanced quality tools, checklists, and review practices.\n\nDrive continuous improvement of the software and firmware testing lifecycle through the introduction and adoption of effective tools, automation, and best practices.\n\nEnsure Design History File (DHF) content is complete, accurate, traceable, and compliant with applicable regulatory and standards requirements, and collaborate to resolve gaps.\n\nSupport internal and external audits, inspections, and associated responses, including preparation and resolution of observations.\n\nSupport the definition and verification of objective, measurable, and verifiable customer and product requirements.\n\nReview and approve Document Change Requests in a timely, thorough, and objective manner.\n\nAdditional duties may be identified by functional management based on the current project/business objectives.\n\nSupport all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.\n\nComplies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.\n\nPerforms other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS\n\nEducation\n\nBachelors Degree (± 16 years) in an Engineering or Technical Field (OR) an equivalent combination of education and work experience.\n\nExperience/Background\n\nMinimum 2 years\n\n2–5+ years of combined experience in software development and/or embedded systems applications.\n\n2–5+ years of combined experience in software testing and verification/validation.\n\nProgramming experience in one or more of the following languages or environments: C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Visual Studio, etc.\n\nExperience using software configuration management and defect tracking tools such as Git, Jira, Subversion, ClearQuest, DOORS, Bugzilla, or equivalent.\n\nExperience with code review and static analysis tools (e.g., Code Collaborator, Coverity, Parasoft DTP) to support software and firmware quality assessments.\n\nExperience working as a team member in Agile or iterative software development lifecycle (SDLC) programs.\n\nWorking knowledge of multiple software and test lifecycles, including V‑Model, Iterative, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.\n\nExperience supporting automated test execution and coordination.\n\nAbility to work effectively in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse environment.\n\nAbility to contribute both as an individual contributor and as an effective team member in a fast‑paced, changing environment.\n\nDemonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with cross‑functional partners to accomplish project objectives.\n\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels within the organization.\n\nProven ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.\n\nStrong organizational, follow‑up, and attention‑to‑detail skills.\n\nDetailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, IEEE 1012 and ISO 13485. Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing. Advanced Information Technology and data mining skills.\n\nPrior medical device experience preferred. ASQ CSQE certification desired.\n\nExperience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.\n\nAbility to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.\n\nApply Now\n\nLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com\n\nFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.\n\nConnect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.\n\nThe base pay for this position is $81,500.00 – $141,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.","company":"Abbot","rawCompany":"abbot","city":"Sylmar","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-19T19:26:37.350Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1253.00","title":"Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers","slug":"software-quality-assurance-analysts-and-testers"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"325412","title":"Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"pharmaceutical-preparation-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Development Quality Engineer II","description":"Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.\n\nJob Description\n\nAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.\n\nWorking at Abbott\n\nAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:\n\nCareer development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .\n\nEmployees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year\n\nAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution\n\nTuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.\n\nA company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.\n\nMAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE\n\nThis role is ONSITE and is based out of the Sylmar, CA location.\n\nThis position is responsible for executing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support for software utilized throughout division.\n\nMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nWe are seeking a high‑caliber Software Development Quality Engineer to support the design and development of new products, with a primary focus on firmware and communication software, as well as non‑product software, including automated manufacturing test systems. This role contributes to ensuring software reliability, developing and maintaining quality processes and procedures, and assuring adherence to the software development lifecycle across Abbott. The successful candidate will build strong, collaborative partnerships with cross‑functional teams to support organizational\n\nsuccess while protecting patient and user safety and meeting business needs.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\n\nPlan, execute, and complete Quality Engineering deliverables on schedule, including manual and automated test plans, test procedures, scripts, and reports.\n\nLead and coordinate test planning and execution activities, ensuring alignment with project schedules and cross‑functional dependencies.\n\nAcquire and apply a strong understanding of testing methodologies, processes, tools, templates, and test environments to effectively support assigned projects.\n\nClearly communicate and support team members and cross‑functional partners in understanding testing strategies, processes, tools, and quality concepts.\n\nDevelop, review, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), specifications, and test procedures in accordance with Quality System requirements.\n\nExecute Design Verification and Validation (V&V) activities, including hands‑on testing, test automation development as appropriate, and cross‑functional root‑cause analysis and issue resolution.\n\nParticipate in and provide quality input during system, software, and firmware requirements reviews, design reviews, and code inspections, leveraging static analysis and test‑driven development (TDD) practices as applicable.\n\nReview and assess test protocols, procedures, and test results generated by other functional groups to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.\n\nSupport product Risk Management activities, including identification, assessment, and verification of software‑related risk controls.\n\nProactively identify opportunities to improve software and firmware design reviews through enhanced quality tools, checklists, and review practices.\n\nDrive continuous improvement of the software and firmware testing lifecycle through the introduction and adoption of effective tools, automation, and best practices.\n\nEnsure Design History File (DHF) content is complete, accurate, traceable, and compliant with applicable regulatory and standards requirements, and collaborate to resolve gaps.\n\nSupport internal and external audits, inspections, and associated responses, including preparation and resolution of observations.\n\nSupport the definition and verification of objective, measurable, and verifiable customer and product requirements.\n\nReview and approve Document Change Requests in a timely, thorough, and objective manner.\n\nAdditional duties may be identified by functional management based on the current project/business objectives.\n\nSupport all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.\n\nComplies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.\n\nPerforms other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS\n\nEducation\n\nBachelors Degree (± 16 years) in an Engineering or Technical Field (OR) an equivalent combination of education and work experience.\n\nExperience/Background\n\nMinimum 2 years\n\n2–5+ years of combined experience in software development and/or embedded systems applications.\n\n2–5+ years of combined experience in software testing and verification/validation.\n\nProgramming experience in one or more of the following languages or environments: C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Visual Studio, etc.\n\nExperience using software configuration management and defect tracking tools such as Git, Jira, Subversion, ClearQuest, DOORS, Bugzilla, or equivalent.\n\nExperience with code review and static analysis tools (e.g., Code Collaborator, Coverity, Parasoft DTP) to support software and firmware quality assessments.\n\nExperience working as a team member in Agile or iterative software development lifecycle (SDLC) programs.\n\nWorking knowledge of multiple software and test lifecycles, including V‑Model, Iterative, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.\n\nExperience supporting automated test execution and coordination.\n\nAbility to work effectively in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse environment.\n\nAbility to contribute both as an individual contributor and as an effective team member in a fast‑paced, changing environment.\n\nDemonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with cross‑functional partners to accomplish project objectives.\n\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels within the organization.\n\nProven ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.\n\nStrong organizational, follow‑up, and attention‑to‑detail skills.\n\nDetailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, IEEE 1012 and ISO 13485. Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing. Advanced Information Technology and data mining skills.\n\nPrior medical device experience preferred. ASQ CSQE certification desired.\n\nExperience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.\n\nAbility to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.\n\nApply Now\n\nLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com\n\nFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.\n\nConnect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.\n\nThe base pay for this position is $81,500.00 – $141,300.00. 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