Senior QA Engineer
Company Description: At Intelerad, we believe the path to answers in healthcare should be clear—whether you are waiting for a diagnosis or trying to expedite one. Our medical imaging solutions streamline the flow of information, simplifying complex processes, maximizing efficiencies, and shining a light on the unknown. We empower physicians to get patients the answers they need faster and improve outcomes for everyone. With more accessible imaging, we are getting patients out of the dark. Headquartered in Raleigh, NC and Montreal, Intelerad has nearly 800 employees located in offices across four countries. The company empowers nearly 2,000 healthcare organizations around the world with the speed, scalability, and simplicity needed to increase business performance while, most importantly, improving patient outcomes. Intelerad’s modern enterprise solutions have been acknowledged by a Best in KLAS recognition, ranking #1 for PACS Asia/Oceania in the 2021 Best in KLAS: Global Software (Non-US) report.
Job Description: The Senior QA Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and compliance of Intelerad’s medical imaging software products through strategic application of manual and automated testing methodologies. This senior-level position leads quality efforts within the R&D team, providing technical guidance to mid-level and junior QA engineers while collaborating closely with software engineers, application specialists, and product managers to ensure comprehensive test coverage and system stability across releases. Engineers at this level maintain deep knowledge of product features, workflows, and interactions within the broader healthcare imaging ecosystem. They drive innovation in test automation, tooling, and quality assurance strategy while ensuring activities align with regulatory compliance requirements for medical device software.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and execute comprehensive manual and automated test strategies based on feature requirements and clinical workflows. Lead the specification and implementation of automated testing frameworks and infrastructure. Maintain in-depth understanding of application architecture, external system interactions, and medical imaging technologies including PACS, DICOM, HL7, and VNA standards. Drive innovation in test automation tooling and implement systems for load, stress, and performance testing to ensure product scalability and reliability.
* Conduct product‑centric system testing activities that validate complex features and ensure overall product health across releases. Execute annual verification and validation activities in accordance with medical device software regulations. Support functional risk assessments and maintain documentation for compliance audits. Ensure all testing activities adhere to Intelerad’s established QA workflows and quality standards.
* Work closely with application specialists and product managers to understand clinical use cases, workflows, and customer requirements. Mentor mid‑level and graduate QA team members in healthcare domain knowledge, testing techniques, and best practices. Lead QA input during scrum ceremonies and sprint planning activities. Communicate effectively with product and R&D managers to raise quality concerns and recommend solutions.
* Develop and maintain robust testing infrastructure and environments that support comprehensive quality validation. Implement and manage continuous integration and testing pipelines. Support system release readiness activities by ensuring adequate test coverage and validation of release candidates.
Qualifications
* BSc/BEng in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
* 5–8 years of QA engineering experience, preferably in healthcare or regulated industries
* Proven expertise with automated testing tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, or Ranorex
* In‑depth working knowledge of TCP/IP networking and related protocols
* Strong working knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems, including scripting capabilities
* Proficient use of SQL, ideally with PostgreSQL or Sybase databases
* Strong analytical skills with ability to read and interpret technical documentation and specifications
* Demonstrated ability to compose clear and concise technical written communication
* Firm understanding of security principles and secure software development practices
Preferred Qualifications & Special Requirements
* Experience working in regulated industries (Healthcare, Finance, Legal)
* Familiarity with medical imaging standards such as DICOM and HL7
* Knowledge of PACS technologies and medical imaging workflows
* Strong understanding of programming languages including TypeScript, Python, PHP, C#, C++, Tcl, or C++/CLI
* Experience with infrastructure technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
* Experience with cloud platforms including AWS or Azure
* MSc/MEng in Computer Science or related field
Travel Requirements
* Occasional travel may be required for team collaboration or compliance activities.
Additional Information: This job description is not a comprehensive list of tasks or requirements and Intelerad reserves the right to change it at any time. All applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be required to complete a 30‑minute online assessment as part of the application process. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Intelerad is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities and is dedicated to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities.
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