Jr. Software Verification Engineer

We are a national staffing firm and are currently seeking a Software Verification Engineer I for a prominent client of ours. This position is On-site in St. Paul, MN. Details of the position are as follows:

Job Details:

• Pay: $32 - $34/hr.
• This role will execute tests on both software and hardware. Basic technical knowledge is required, as this is an entry-level position.
• Initially, will deploy images to systems and then move into quality assessments to understand how the systems are expected to operate.
• From there, they will move into system verification, testing new software changes, and ensuring everything functions properly.
• They will also work on existing test methods, make updates, and develop new testing methods as needed.
• Approximately half of their time will be spent on project work, 20% on meetings and documentation, and the remaining 30% on other testing-related responsibilities.
• They will primarily work with engineers but will also interact with cross-functional teams and regulatory groups.
• During the first 90 days, the focus will be on learning internal systems and understanding how they operate.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to execute tests on both software and hardware.  1- 3 years of experience.
• Basic technical knowledge is required, as this is an entry-level position.
• Experience with documentation, tracking systems, issue tracking, and troubleshooting or triaging technical issues.
• Ability to produce technical documentation.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and version control systems is beneficial.

Preferred:

• Experience with different operating systems is a plus, particularly Linux or Windows.
• Knowledge of computer hardware is a strong advantage.
• The team uses high-end workstations and servers, so experience working with this type of equipment is beneficial.
• Experience with formal engineering change request processes and related documentation is preferred.
• Familiarity with systems such as Windchill and PPC is a plus.

Education & Experience:

• Really want someone who has a bachelor’s degree, another degree with a few years of experience is acceptable but ideally are looking for a recent grad.
• Medical device or pharmaceutical industry experience is not required but could be helpful.
• Engineering backgrounds of all types have been successful in this position.
• Candidates with biomedical engineering backgrounds may have an advantage, but that specific background is not required.

The Fountain Group is a nationwide staffing firm with over 80 Fortune 100-500 clients. Since 2001, TFG has maintained a consistent standard of excellence, and our work is broadly recognized every year through numerous industry performance awards. Our success is a team effort.