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(Senior) Software Quality Engineer (m/f/d) - Spine Enabling Technologies

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Stryker

(Senior) Software Quality Engineer (m/f/d) - Spine Enabling Technologies

Freiburg, Germany

Why engineering at Stryker?

At Stryker we are dedicated to improving lives, with a passion for researching and developing new medical device products. As an engineer at Stryker, you will be proud of the work that you will be doing, using cutting-edge technologies to make healthcare better. Here, you will work in a supportive culture with other incredibly talented and intelligent people, creating industry-leading medical technology products. You will also have growth opportunities as we have a culture that supports your personal and professional development.

Need another reason to apply? Check out these 8 reasons to join Stryker's engineering team: https://www.strykercareersblog.com/post/8-reasons-to-join-strykers-engineering-team

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(Senior) Quality Engineer (m/f/d)

As a (Senior) Quality Engineer (m/f/d) you will join a driven and experienced team of Quality professionals to support Spine Business (Enabling Technologies) in performing and documenting failure investigations for customer complaints leading to the identification of root cause and potential corrective/preventive actions.

What will you do

  • As a (Senior) Quality Engineer (m/f/d) you will improve product quality, reliability and customer satisfaction by investigating product field failures and conducting trend analysis.
  • You will ensure timely, accurate, and complete failure investigations and root cause analyses through the use of QA tools (Root cause analyses, 4-D, 5 Whys, etc.) and document findings in TrackWise.
  • You will organize/lead cross-functional teams to help identify problem issue and drive product improvement.
  • You will deploy good design and manufacturing practices/knowledge to make recommendations to prevent future failures.
  • You will support the resolution of field issues and work with Research & Development, Advanced Quality Engineering, and Operations in Quality, Product Development and Manufacturing to resolve issues.
  • You will lead the development of new and improved quality processes; streamline existing processes.

What will you need

  • You have completed BS in Engineering, Science, or related degree.
  • You have gained a minimum of 1 years' experience in medical technology or another regulated sector in the area of quality or R&D. Ideally you have minimum 1 years' experience as a Quality Engineer, or relevant role conducting failure investigations and/or performing failure analysis.
  • Ideally you are well-versed in software applications with a solid foundation in computer science/engineering.
  • Ideally you have experience working with advanced reliability tools such as Failure Modes Effect Analysis (FMEA), reliability testing, statistical techniques.
  • Ideally you have knowledge of FDA and international medical device regulations/standards/directives (ISO 13485, ISO 14971, 21CFR820, 93/42/CE, cGMPs).
  • Your English and German language skills enable you to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders on a global basis as well in the local office.

Additional information

Thanks to our flexible working hours model, you will have the opportunity to work partially from the home office. However, a regular presence of 1 day on site at our location in Freiburg should be always given to build sustainable relationships and maintain personal contact with colleagues as well as the departments.

Your application

We are looking forward to your online application including all relevant documents such as CV, cover letter, transcript of results, and references. Please note to upload all attachments directly in our application procedure under the item "CV".

Please note that the internal job title may differ from the ad title.

Your contact:

In case you have further questions regarding the position, please feel free to directly reach out to Monika Ambroziak: monika.ambroziak@stryker.com

About Stryker

Stryker is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better.

The company offers innovative products and services in Medical and Surgical, Neurotechnology, Orthopedics, and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 100 million patients annually.

More information is available at stryker.com

Client-provided location(s): 79 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
Job ID: Stryker_Combined-CzWKGaInfg5c
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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