About Abbott 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Responsibilities Contribute to product concepts and design-for-test strategy in early development. Lead feasibility studies for new test technologies and integration into workflows. As a team lead, lead & coordinate the verification and validation (V&V) activities for medical device software, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485, IEC 62304). Oversee test planning, execution, and defect management, while mentoring team members, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving continuous improvement in test processes and quality assurance. Drive automation strategy, tool selection, and modular test framework design. Develop and maintain test suites across software, GUI, and hardware layers. Ensure quality across SDLC/STLC phases through robust test planning and traceability. Oversee tool validation, documentation, and audit readiness. Mentor teams in automation, coding practices, and regulatory standards. Define standards for code reviews, version control, and reusable test assets. Facilitate workshops and drive continuous learning initiatives. Interface with stakeholders and management to align testing with project goals and timelines. Collaborate with external partners and manage vendor contributions. Lead continuous improvement of test processes via Agile, metrics, and modern tools. Evaluate emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML in testing embedded devices or cloud platforms). Planning/Organization-Plans and organizes project assignments of substantial variety and complexity. Initiates or maintains schedule for projects and project milestones. Establishes priorities of individual or project assignments. Influence/Leadership-Understands business environment and relates extensive knowledge of internal and external technological activities to trends. Researches, develops, designs, and evaluates mechanical and electro-mechanical materials, components, assemblies, processes and/or equipment. Conducts feasibility studies to verify capability and functionality. Develops new concepts from initial design to market release. Directs support personnel and coordinates project activities. Write and submit intellectual property (patents). Maintains detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development. Investigates and evaluates existing technologies. Reviews or coordinates vendor activities to support development. Write and submit professional articles for technical journals. Influence/Leadership-Understands business environment and relates extensive knowledge of internal and external technological activities to trends. Interfaces with senior management on significant matters, often requiring the coordination of activity across organizational units. Participates in the development of other technical contributors by facilitating training and providing feedback and guidance. May lead a project team. Provides technical leadership to business units. Acts as a mentor to less-experienced staff and may provide work direction or supervise other technical employees. Exercises judgment independently. Decision Making/Impact-Selects methods and techniques to lead a project to completion. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve major organizational objectives. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science, Software Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree of Science, Software Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent 9+ years of experience in architecting, designing, developing, debugging, reviewing and testing embedded software and at least 2 years leading teams of embedded engineers in that minimum 6+ years- of experience in medical device engineering, verification & validation, or related fields, minimum 5+ years -leading test automation efforts for regulated medical devices (FDA Class II/III experience highly desirable). Technical/Business Knowledge (Job Skills)-Comprehensive knowledge of a particular technological field. Uses in-depth knowledge of business unit functions and cross group dependencies/ relationships. Is recognized as an expert in work group and across functions. Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations. Cognitive Skills-Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Has broad knowledge of various technical alternatives and their potential impact on the business. Associate Certified Coach (ACC) ICF certification Competencies Drives for Results: Acts ethically and takes accountabilityfor achieving outcomes. Fosters Collaboration: Comfortable with ambiguity. Implements change when needed. Focuses on Customers: Promptly and effectively handles issues and problems. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading global healthcare company in Galway is seeking an experienced software engineer to lead the verification and validation of medical device software. The ideal candidate should have over 9 years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years of leadership in embedded systems. Responsibilities include developing testing strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role offers opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth in a dynamic healthcare environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A global healthcare leader in Galway is seeking an experienced Principal/Senior Scientist to lead R&D in developing novel assays. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in in vitro diagnostics, with strong expertise in molecular biology and protein chemistry. Responsibilities include designing advanced studies, providing technical leadership, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovative healthcare solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Abbott 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. PURPOSE OF THE JOB: This qualified and motivated Principal/Senior Scientist will join a dynamic R&D team developing novel assays. You will conceive, plan, design, and conduct advanced studies. You will anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical problems. You will act as independent contributor or lead scientist and will interact/coordinate with other groups and functions on project development and improvement. The candidate will analyse data from multiple experiments, formulate conclusions, and determine future experiments. The candidate should have expertise in molecular biology and protein chemistry techniques for protein expression and assay development. The successful candidate must have strong analytical and quantitative skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a track record of successful independent and collaborative research. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Apply advanced scientific knowledge to projects. Conceive / design / plan / coordinate independent and collaborative studies required for product development. Optimize assay conditions, improve product design and related processes and procedures, and troubleshoot technical issues. Be responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system. Understand and consistently follow documented procedures. Actively participate in routine maintenance, lab safety. Prioritize studies and activities to align with project goals and be responsible for timely project completion. Understand both theoretical and practical aspects of assay design and product development. Maintain a high level of professional expertise by staying current with scientific and industry literature, technologies and products. Develop and maintain internal and external customer contacts to maintain technical knowledge as required to accomplish objectives. Competent in making difficult technical decisions regarding priorities among projects / programs while ensuring the buy in of teams and leaders. Provide technical leadership and clear direction to the R&D organization across multiple sites in the area of lateral flow and in vitro diagnostic devices. Provide technical and scientific leadership to other team members including providing assistance in study design. Provide training/coaching to lower level scientists. Create and maintain development standards, training programs and operating procedures that ensure all development activities meet regulatory guidelines and comply with the Quality System. Develop and maintain relationships with third level institutions, engineering test labs, key suppliers and appropriate consulting work providers. Collaborate closely with functional areas such as Quality, Manufacturing and Regulatory to support external audits and certification activities. This includes preparation as well as response to the audit findings. EDUCATION & COMPETENCIES: 10+ years of in vitro diagnostics / assay development and biologics essential with a strong Molecular and Biochemical background. Skill in optimizing assay design and conditions, including DOE optimization where appropriate. Advanced skills in statistical analysis. Expertise in design and optimization of serological diagnostic tests. Willing to take on new and challenging assignments and to implement new ideas or alternative solutions. Capable of adjusting to dynamic working environment and changing priorities, and of ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks. Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Connect with us at www.abbott.com or https://www.ie.abbott/, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. #J-18808-Ljbffr
