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OSI Systems, Inc • City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Role & seniority: Principal Automation Software Engineer (hands-on technical lead; 10+ years software experience; 4+ years in test automation leadership)
Stack/tools: Python or similar scripting languages; object-oriented design and patterns; automation testing tools (e.g., Squish, Selenium); SDLC tools (source control, CI/CD, requirements management, defect tracking); Agile/CD; knowledge of embedded Linux is a plus
Lead design and implementation of test automation for the next-gen patient monitoring platform; derive tests from requirements
Drive cross-functional reviews (requirements, architecture, interfaces, UI/UX) and define test architectures, tools, and workflows
Manage test automation backlog, ensure on-time delivery, mentor engineers, and maintain design documentation and artifacts
BS in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, CS, or related field; 10+ years software experience; 4+ years in test automation leadership
Strong Python or scripting proficiency; expert in OO design and design patterns
Solid software testing concepts/methodologies; experience with at least one automation tool; understanding of CD/Agile; familiarity with lifecycle tools (SRC control, CI/CD, requirements, defects)
Qt/QML; embedded Linux app development; Squish and Selenium experience
Experience in regulated environments (medical/finance/defense) and hardware-software integrated medical de
Overview
At Spacelabs Healthcare, our mission is to drive continuous innovation in healthcare technology to improve both clinical and economic outcomes. Our scalable solutions deliver critical patient data across local and remote systems, enabling better-informed clinical decisions, increased efficiency, and safer care environments. Why Spacelabs? Because lives depend on what we build. The Principal Automation Software Engineer will be a hands-on role on a small team of test automation engineers developing automated tests for the next generation patient monitoring platform. This position requires a deep understanding of solid design principles, development practices and test verification knowledge. The role will work closely with cross-functional groups such as Systems, Hardware, Verification, Electrical and Software Engineering.
The test automation development includes the patient monitoring platform of the next generation patient monitor in an enterprise of networked patient monitors physically located on multiple hospital floors communicating with several central stations. The successful candidate for this role will have test automation leadership and development experience in agile software development environment.
Responsibilities
Work with the test automation team to review and derive required automation tests from requirements related to patient monitoring platform Lead the cross-functional reviews of software requirements, architecture, software design, connectivity interface design and user interface design. Lead the test automation component design efforts. Understand and design to existing interface specifications. Plan and maintain test automation backlog for the test automation team. Write, debug, review and document test automation software. Lead the definition of test architectures, designs, tools and workflows to be shared with the test automation team members Ensure on-time delivery of test automation software including design documentation and other required artifacts. Hold yourself and other engineers to high standards while maintaining friendly, respectful relationships. Mentor other engineers to help them grow both technically and professionally. Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the Company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct. Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business. Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience. 10+ years of relevant software experience 4+ years of test automation leadership Strong experience with Python or other scripting languages Expert level knowledge of Object-Oriented Design and Design Patterns Strong understanding of software testing concepts and methodologies Strong experience at least one automation testing tool and best practices Strong understanding of Continuous Delivery and Agile development Mastery of tools supporting the software development lifecycle, such as source control, CI/CD platforms, requirements management, and defects tracking
OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.