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QA Engineer roles qualify for CPT when the work is directly tied to your degree program in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start. Roles involving test automation, defect tracking, and software validation align closely with technical degree curricula and typically meet CPT's integral-part requirement.
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At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.
At ZOLL, you won’t just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.
Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program at the start of the Co-Op. Position runs from January 2027 through August 2027.
JOB SUMMARY
This position reports to the Manager, Design Quality Assurance (DQA) and provides validation test development, execution and results tracking for assigned projects in R&D. The DQA Engineer will be a hands-on participant in his/her assigned product development projects and will conduct functional testing on all ZOLL deliverables, from stand-alone code to complete products and systems. As an integral development team member, the DQA Engineer will be an active participant in product and subsystem requirements development, as well as Test Plan reviews.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Implementing, reviewing and creating validation/verification test cases and test plans, both for DQA and the development teams.
- Perform all testing as assigned
- Identifying, reporting, and following up on test failures and observed defects
- Work with the product development teams to isolate failure modes and capture methods to reproduce product problems
REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Pursuing a BS, Biomedical Engineering required
- 0-2+ years' experience testing software in a product development environment required
- Medical device experience a plus
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Documentation of requirements and test plans utilizing tools such as DOORS
- Proficient with MS/Office, demonstrated ability to learn and use software engineering tools and applications in MS Windows and Linux environments
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity.
The hourly pay rate for this position is:
$27.00 to $27.00
Factors which may affect this rate include shift, geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
INTRODUCTION
At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.
At ZOLL, you won’t just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.
Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program at the start of the Co-Op. Position runs from January 2027 through August 2027.
JOB SUMMARY
This position reports to the Manager, Design Quality Assurance (DQA) and provides validation test development, execution and results tracking for assigned projects in R&D. The DQA Engineer will be a hands-on participant in his/her assigned product development projects and will conduct functional testing on all ZOLL deliverables, from stand-alone code to complete products and systems. As an integral development team member, the DQA Engineer will be an active participant in product and subsystem requirements development, as well as Test Plan reviews.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Implementing, reviewing and creating validation/verification test cases and test plans, both for DQA and the development teams.
- Perform all testing as assigned
- Identifying, reporting, and following up on test failures and observed defects
- Work with the product development teams to isolate failure modes and capture methods to reproduce product problems
REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Pursuing a BS, Biomedical Engineering required
- 0-2+ years' experience testing software in a product development environment required
- Medical device experience a plus
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Documentation of requirements and test plans utilizing tools such as DOORS
- Proficient with MS/Office, demonstrated ability to learn and use software engineering tools and applications in MS Windows and Linux environments
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity.
The hourly pay rate for this position is:
$27.00 to $27.00
Factors which may affect this rate include shift, geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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Does a QA Engineer role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your degree program and your school offers a course or practicum tied to it. Roles involving software testing, test automation, defect management, or quality assurance processes align well with computer science, software engineering, and information systems curricula. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific program requirements and the employer's job description.
Can I work as a QA Engineer on CPT before completing my first year of F-1 study?
No. F-1 students must complete one full academic year before becoming eligible for CPT. This is a USCIS requirement, not a school policy, so no DSO can waive it. If you receive a QA Engineer offer before your first year ends, the earliest your CPT authorization can begin is the first day after your one-year mark.
What documents does a QA Engineer CPT employer need from me?
Your employer needs your updated I-20 showing the CPT authorization on page two, with the correct employer name, start date, and end date listed. They also need your passport, F-1 visa stamp, and I-94 arrival record for I-9 verification. Some employers with E-Verify accounts will run your documents through the system on day one, which is standard practice and not a problem for F-1 CPT workers.
How do I find QA Engineer employers that understand F-1 CPT?
Search for employers with existing DOL Labor Condition Application filings for software quality or testing roles on Migrate Mate. Companies that have already navigated work authorization paperwork are significantly less likely to rescind offers when you present your CPT I-20. Avoid applying to employers advertising that they cannot provide any immigration support, as even CPT requires basic I-9 familiarity from the hiring team.
Does QA Engineer CPT count toward STEM OPT eligibility?
CPT itself doesn't directly qualify you for STEM OPT, but your degree does. If you graduate with a STEM-designated degree and your QA Engineer role falls under an eligible SOC code, such as Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12-month OPT period. Confirm your program's STEM designation with your DSO before graduation.