Engineer, Software Quality – Principal

Job Title: Engineer, Software Quality – Principal Location: Lake Forest, Illinois Employment Type: Contract (W2) Duration: Long Term Job Summary The Engineer, Software Quality – Principal is responsible for executing quality assurance activities to ensure compliance, reliability, and performance of healthcare software products. This role supports software development and validation processes, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and internal quality systems. The position involves cross-functional collaboration, risk management, and oversight of quality deliverables across the software development lifecycle. Responsibilities Conduct quality assurance activities to ensure compliant, high-quality software products and processes Execute and support Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) activities, including defect lifecycle management Perform manual and automated testing (functional, regression, UAT, etc.) Author, review, and approve validation and quality documentation Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards and internal quality systems Support risk management activities, including creation and review of risk documentation Identify, escalate, and resolve non-compliance and quality issues Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project goals, milestones, and deliverables Provide technical guidance and training to team members and stakeholders Contribute to process improvements and implementation of quality best practices Participate in audits, inspections, and quality system evaluations Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including leadership and project teams Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum 5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance or a related field (less experience may be considered with an advanced degree) Hands-on experience with SDLC processes and defect lifecycle management Experience in manual and/or automated software testing Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory compliance requirements Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in the healthcare, medical device, or regulated industry Knowledge of cloud-based software applications Familiarity with cybersecurity standards Experience with Agile development methodologies Prior experience with Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools Previous experience in a Software Quality Assurance role within a similar environment Work Requirements Ability to work on-site or in a hybrid environment in Lake Forest, Illinois, as required Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship (unless otherwise specified by the employer) Ability to collaborate across teams and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment Occasional extended hours may be required to meet project timelines Salary/Rate $40–$45 per hour. This range represents a good-faith estimate based on market data and applicable pay transparency laws. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Benefits This is a contract position. No employer-provided benefits are offered unless otherwise specified by the contracting agency. Equal Opportunity Employer The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Application Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an updated resume highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. Applications will be reviewed in accordance with applicable employment laws and company policies.