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Quality Assurance Engineer CPT roles let F-1 students apply software testing, test automation, and QA methodology coursework directly in industry settings. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must connect to your enrolled program. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours weekly) keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact after graduation.
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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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Get Access To All JobsQuality Assurance Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Assurance Engineer role qualify for CPT?
Yes, as long as the work directly relates to your enrolled degree program and your DSO authorizes it. A QA Engineer role in a CS, software engineering, or information systems program typically qualifies because test design, automation, and software validation are core curriculum topics. Your offer letter should describe duties that map to specific courses.
Can I do CPT as a QA Engineer at a startup with no prior sponsorship history?
CPT itself requires no employer sponsorship and no prior filing history. The employer doesn't file anything with USCIS for CPT. The authorization lives entirely on your I-20, issued by your DSO. If you're evaluating the startup for post-graduation H-1B visa sponsorship, check their LCA filing history on Migrate Mate to see whether they've sponsored similar technical roles before.
How does part-time versus full-time CPT affect my OPT later?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, has no effect on your OPT eligibility after graduation. Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your standard OPT eligibility entirely. If your QA internship runs full-time across multiple semesters, track your cumulative CPT hours carefully with your DSO to protect your OPT options.
What SOC code do QA Engineer roles fall under, and why does it matter?
Most Quality Assurance Engineer positions are classified under SOC 15-1253 (Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers) or 17-2112 (Industrial Engineers) depending on the industry. The SOC code determines which wage level applies under DOL prevailing wage rules and which O*NET job zone your role belongs to, both of which affect LCA filing and future H-1B eligibility.
Which employers hire QA Engineers on CPT and later sponsor H-1B?
Technology companies, financial services firms, healthcare software providers, and defense contractors all hire QA Engineers and have established sponsorship tracks for technical roles. Employers with active LCA filings for software testing or QA positions are the clearest signal of sponsorship capability. Browse verified CPT-eligible QA Engineer openings on Migrate Mate to filter by employers with documented filing history.