Senior Software Test Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Software Test & Validation Engineer to 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