Software Engineer (C#)

Location: Washington, US
Recruiter: Openkyber
Date posted: Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Job Description:
<p>Simulation Software engineer</p> <p><b>Location:</b> San Jose, CA (On-site)</p> <p><b>Primary Focus:</b> Simulator Development (C#), Automation (Squish), & Firmware/Hardware Validation</p> <p>In this pivotal role, you will own the enhancement and maintenance of our proprietary <b>Software Simulator</b>-the critical tool used to validate our robotic surgical hardware and firmware without needing the physical robot every time. You will spend the majority of your time coding in <b>C#</b> to expand the simulator's capabilities, while also using <b>Squish</b> and <b>Python</b> to drive automation.</p> <p><b>What You Will Actually Be Doing</b></p> <ul> <li><b>Core Responsibility:</b> Lead the design, development, and enhancement of the client <b>System Simulator</b> using <b>C#</b>. You will build the virtual environment that mocks hardware behavior to test firmware and software logic.</li> <li><b>Automation Strategy:</b> Develop and execute automated test scripts using <b>Squish</b> (GUI automation) and Python.</li> <li><b>Hybrid Validation:</b> Perform a mix of automated and <b>manual testing</b>. You will manually execute complex test cases where automation isn't yet feasible, ensuring total system safety.</li> <li><b>Hardware/Firmware Interface:</b> Validate the interaction between high-level software and low-level firmware/hardware components via the simulator.</li> <li><b>Compliance & Process:</b> Draft verification protocols and manage requirements/defects using <b>JAMA</b> and <b>Jira</b>, ensuring strict adherence to <b>FDA QSR</b> and IEC 62304 standards.</li> <li><b>CI/CD Integration:</b> Integrate simulator tests into the Continuous Integration pipeline (Jenkins/GitHub) to catch regressions early.</li> </ul> <p><b>The "Must-Have" Skills (Non-Negotiables)</b></p> <ul> <li><b>C# Expertise:</b> Minimum <b>5+ years</b> of hands-on development experience in C#. You must be comfortable writing complex object-oriented code, not just editing scripts.</li> <li><b>Python Experience:</b> Minimum <b>2+ years</b> of scripting experience (used for glue code and automation support).</li> <li><b>Automation Tools:</b> Proven experience with <b>Squish</b> (preferred), WinAppDriver, or similar GUI automation tools.</li> <li><b>Flexibility:</b> Willingness to perform <b>manual testing</b> when necessary to ensure product quality.</li> </ul> <p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p> <ul> <li><b>Medical Device Background:</b> Solid understanding of <b>FDA QSR (21 CFR Part 820)</b>, ISO 13485, and the V&V (Verification & Validation) process.</li> <li>Experience testing <b>Firmware</b> or embedded systems via simulation.</li> <li>Experience with <b>JAMA</b> for requirements management.</li> <li>Background in Robotics or complex electromechanical systems</li> </ul>

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