Lead Software QA Engineer, Robotics and Automation
Core
Lead QA Engineer building and leading a pre-release software validation function for robotics and automation systems in a laboratory setting.
Role type
Lead Software QA Engineer (Robotics & Automation)
Builds
Pre-release test plans, unit tests, automation scripts, and validation processes for laboratory automation software.
Domain
Healthcare diagnostics / Laboratory automation / Robotics
Required skills
Python, Java, C#, C++, static code analysis, dynamic application testing, defect tracking, unit test coverage analysis, AI-assisted testing tools, embedded systems testing, robotics troubleshooting, machine vision validation, pneumatic systems, VFD-controlled conveyors, serial communication protocols, Jira, Azure DevOps (via careerplan.io/jobs/2631730-lead-software-qa-engineer-robotics-and-automation-at-labcorp)
Preferred skills
FDA/ISO 13485 compliance validation, complex software systems QA, regulated manufacturing environments, third-party hardware/software integration security, automated testing frameworks
Technologies
Python, Java, C#, C++, Jira, Azure DevOps, AI-assisted testing tools, static analysis tools, dynamic testing tools
Responsibilities
Execute pre-release test plans for software builds, develop scripts and tools for functional/regression/integration/system testing, review and maintain unit test coverage, perform static code analysis and vulnerability assessments, operate production-equivalent Alpha laboratory automation systems, troubleshoot robotics/machine vision/pneumatic/serial communication issues, develop and maintain repeatable pre-release testing processes and standards
Seniority
Lead, hands-on IC with team leadership responsibilities
