Firmware Integrator and V&V Contractor

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

·       Represent the Firmware team throughout the design control process—from requirements development and design planning through release.

·       Lead the definition of integration requirements, verification planning, verification execution and manage controlled integration activities across subsystems.

·       Drive Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Deployment (CD), and enable continuous testing workflows to strengthen product quality and development efficiency.

·       Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams across sites to identify and manage technical program risks, dependencies, integration risks, and design trade‑offs.

·       Ensure adherence to Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and support Design History File (DHF) release.

·       Demonstrate leadership in Verification & Validation (V&V) strategy development, planning, and execution.

·       Serve as the ALM administrator to facilitate effective requirements and test management for the team.

·       Exhibit strong debugging skills across hardware, firmware, and software boundaries, accompanied by clear technical communication and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) with 10+ years of technical experience and established technology‑leadership credentials across disciplines and functions.

• Strong experience in the design, development, and integration of hardware, software, and system‑level solutions—preferably within medical device domains such as CT or MR.

• Expert‑level ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, influence technical and strategic decisions, and maintain a long‑term, strategic perspective.

• Demonstrated track record of delivering on project goals while meeting requirements for quality, performance, and schedule.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to assess data objectively, anticipate obstacles, and develop effective mitigation plans.

• Working knowledge of tools such as ALM, ClearQuest, and Rally.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to work effectively with global teams, including flexibility to collaborate across multiple time zones.