Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></span></p></div><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><strong>**Ideal candidate will be in commutable driving distance to Brisbane, CA**</strong>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">CareDx is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer to support quality activities across multiple software products in a fast-paced, process-driven, compliance-focused environment. This role is ideal for candidates with strong experience in biotech or diagnostics who can balance multiple concurrent projects, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and ensure the highest level of software quality.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Perform functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing for software supporting laboratory workflows.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Perform software Verification and Validation including algorithms used in clinical and laboratory applications to ensure correctness and compliance.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Review functional and technical specifications for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance; identify risks and contribute mitigation plans.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Develop detailed test plans, test cases, traceability documentation, and software verification and validation reports in alignment with QMS, HIPAA, CLIA, and FDA requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Collaborate with software engineering, product, CLIA, and regulatory teams to ensure clarity of requirements, completeness of test coverage, and alignment on release goals.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Work across several simultaneous projects in a fast-moving environment while maintaining rigorous quality standards and meeting deadlines.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Support release planning, participate in quality gate reviews, and provide detailed test result summaries and risk assessments.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><strong>Required Qualifications </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Education: Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Experience: 5+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance Engineer roles.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Biotechnology, diagnostics, healthcare IT, or other regulated industry experience strongly preferred.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">5+ years of LIMS, laboratory workflows, or reference lab data systems testing.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Demonstrated success in highly dynamic, multi-project, process-driven environments.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Experience operating in HIPAA-, CLIA-, or FDA-regulated environments.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Technical Skills</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Strong understanding of SDLC, software validation, and release management.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Proficiency with backend testing and SQL query development.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail, Azure DevOps, Jama).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Ability to validate complex algorithms, mathematical models, and clinically-driven formulas for accuracy and reliability.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Exceptional written and verbal communication, with precise documentation skills.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Preferred Attributes</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Ability to quickly learn new technologies, tools, and complex domain concepts.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Familiarity with transplant or reference lab environments. </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Hands-on automation experience using automated testing tools.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Local to Bay Area</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Additional Details:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Every individual at CareDx has a direct impact on our collective mission to improve the lives of organ transplant patients worldwide. We believe in taking great care of our people, so they take even greater care of our patients.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Our competitive Total Rewards package for US Employees includes:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Competitive base salary and incentive compensation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Health and welfare benefits, including a gym reimbursement program</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">401(k) savings plan match</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Employee Stock Purchase Plan</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Pre-tax commuter benefits</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">And more!</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Please refer to our page to view detailed benefits at <a href="https://caredx.com/company/careers/" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">https://caredx.com/company/careers</span></span></a></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">In addition, we have a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy that allows up to 30 days of paid leave annually to a full-time employee who makes the selfless act of donating an organ or bone marrow.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;">With products that are making a difference in the lives of transplant patients today and a promising pipeline for the future, it’s an exciting time to be part of the CareDx team. Join us in partnering with transplant patients to transform our future together.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.</em></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>By proceeding with our application and submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our&nbsp;</em></strong><strong><em><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaredx.com%2Fus-personnel-privacy-notice%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C82daf31a87e44746b2ea08dceef5e348%7C9ec77d4e480144b4b8fea5749eaf06b0%7C1%7C0%7C638647987067912610%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=2m6s48ae9FuUbrhudLltyYwmxkwF09q91VSr94Shslg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">U.S. Personnel Privacy Notice</a><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaredx.com%2Fus-personnel-privacy-notice%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C82daf31a87e44746b2ea08dceef5e348%7C9ec77d4e480144b4b8fea5749eaf06b0%7C1%7C0%7C638647987067924758%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=fvNqQdyyA0YaWb3Y4bxHjbbzsxfJ4EmKAEMFQr39KnU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">&nbsp;</a></em></strong><strong><em>and consent to receive email communication from CareDx.</em></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;"><em><strong>***We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.***</strong></em></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Certain jurisdictions require notice of how we use and protect your personal information. For more information, please read our <a href="https://caredx.com/privacy-center/#ca-privacy">Privacy Policy</a></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>#LI-Remote</strong></span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">This is the anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Brisbane, California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.</span></p></div><div class="title">San Francisco Bay Area Roles</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$112,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$140,000 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">This is the anticipated base salary range in the United States. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.</span></p></div><div class="title">Remote: US only roles</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$96,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$120,000 USD</span></div></div></div>