Principal IT Testing COE Lead

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 20 Feb 2026 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. Youu2019ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life The preferred working location for this role is the Medtronic facility located in Mounds View, Minnesota; however, the individual may also work from another US-based Medtronic facility. Additional work locations may include: u2022 Fridley, MA u2022 Mansfield, MA u2022 North Haven, CT u2022 Lafayette, CO u2022 Memphis, TN u2022 Irvine, CA u2022 Fort Worth, TX This position demands a self-motivated individual with strong technical and interpersonal skills who can contribute in a team environment. This candidate must be able to create and present risks and mitigations to Senior Management. The candidate required to lead testing efforts for multiple SAP/Non SAP projects. Looking for someone who can Lead, plan, coordinate, execute, and provide continuous improvement of processes for end to end Integration testing/Performance/Regression/Unit testing. This person will establish QA standards, guidelines, technologies, and approaches for the projects and for the testing COE team. Other day to day work involves leading and coordinating onsite and offshore testing team activities, actively participating in development and execution of test processes, strategies, and plans, working with Automation Lead to reduce regression test cycles with goal of 100% automation, and working with the business, technical project development teams, and project managers to establish project development schedules implement test plans to deliver high quality product releases. Key Responsibilities: + Define and implement enterprise testing strategy, governance, and best practices leveraging the Tricentis suite (Tosca, qTest, NeoLoad, Vera, etc.). + Drive end-to-end test automation using Tosca for UI, API, and SAP systems, ensuring scalability and maintainability. + Good experience in Vera administration for digital validation and compliance documentation to ensure audit readiness. + Lead performance and load testing initiatives using NeoLoad to optimize system stability and responsiveness. + Promote adoption of AI-driven self-healing and Vision AI capabilities to reduce maintenance effort and increase automation reliability. + Integrate Tricentis tools with CI/CD pipelines (Jira, LiveCompare) for continuous testing and faster releases. + Oversee training, certification, and enablement programs to build Tricentis expertise across teams. + Monitor testing effectiveness through KPIs and dashboards, driving continuous improvement and ROI from automation investments. + Ensure all testing and validation processes adhere to GxP, CSV (Computer System Validation), and internal quality standards. + Monitor tool performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability. + Support test automation frameworks and execution pipelines using Tosca. + Provide technical support to users, addressing tool-related issues and collaborating with IT and vendors for complex resolutions. + Assist QA teams with test case creation, execution, and reporting within qTest and Tosca. + Ensure Vera workflows, electronic signatures, and audit trails meet FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and other compliance standards. + Collaborate with QA, validation, compliance, and development teams to align testing with regulatory and business needs. + Develop and deliver training sessions for teams to maximize tool utilization and adoption. + Create and maintain user guides, troubleshooting documentation, and best practices. + Stay updated on new features and updates for Tricentis tools and recommend improvements to optimize workflows. Preferred Qualifications : + 7+ years of experience leading a testing COE team. + Able to quickly identify and understand issues. + Outstanding team player with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cross functionally. + Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills. + Able to collaborate with business partners, developers, and various support teams to troubleshoot and resolve defects and issues. + Experience in executing and leading test automation for S4 migration project. + Knowledge of Jira, ALM, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines. + Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. + Experience with Jira, ALM, or other project management tools. + Proven experience on testing tools such as Tricentis tools (qTest, Tosca) and compliance tools like Vera. + Strong understanding of software testing lifecycle (STLC) and test management principles. + Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 11). + Previous experience in a regulated industry, such as MedTech or Pharma. Minimum Qualifications : + Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience. + Strong experience developing and implementing test plans, QA processes and methodologies. + Strong experience performing manual and automation testing. + Experience with automation framework and tools. + Strong experience in test data and environment setup for end to end testing. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$119,200.00 - $178,800.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums). Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans ( About Medtronic We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here (. 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We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. We change lives . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. Thatu2019s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives. We build extraordinary solutions as one team . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough. This life-changing career is yours to engineer . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you willu2026 + Build a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world + Grow a career reflective of your passion and abilities + Connect to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning These commitments set our team apart from the rest: Experiences that put people first . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need. Life-transforming technologies . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms. Better outcomes for our world . Here, itu2019s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls. Insight-driven care . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 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Created: 2026-02-05