Senior Test Lead
United States
Job Description
Senior Test Lead
Santa Clara, California

Job Summary

  • Lead and manage end-to-end testing activities for medical device software (embedded + system level)
  • Define and drive test strategy, test plans, and V&V approach
  • Ensure compliance with medical device standards (IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 13485)
  • Collaborate with R&D, systems engineering, regulatory, and quality teams
  • Oversee test case design, execution, and defect management
  • Validate hardware–software interaction scenarios in complex systems
  • Drive automation strategy where applicable (API / embedded / system testing)
  • Ensure proper documentation of:
    • Test protocols
    • Verification reports
    • Traceability matrices
  • Lead test estimations, sprint planning, and release readiness
  • Conduct peer reviews of technical and verification documents
  • Mentor team and ensure adherence to quality processes and QMS

Key Responsibilities

1. To participate in functional as well as technical discussions with the client /team to understand functional /design specifications ,highlight performance concerns, inconsistencies ,ensure the appropriate test environments and infrastructures are in place/kept upto date.
2. To Identify opportunities for process improvement in testing methodologies /tools and Implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process.
3. To oversee the creation and execution of automated test scripts ensuring consistency and alignment with quality standards to minimize exposure.
4. To develop/guide and mentor QA engineers in the use of the testing framework , enhancing their technical capabilities and increasing productivity.

Skill Requirements

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Other Requirements

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Maximum Salary (US):  116000
Minimum Salary (US):  75000
Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.