Principal Software Engineer Jobs in Ohio

JOB SUMMARY

Voted a Top Cincinnati Workplace for 4 years running, Medpace is growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Lead Software QA Engineer to join our Information Technology (IT) team. The Medpace IT department creates custom software solutions for our internal and external business users. The Software QA Engineer is responsible for the planning and execution of software testing for one or more of these web-based applications. They will work with developers and end users to understand requirements and write test plans, execute manual and automated tests, and create summary reports. The Lead engineer has additional responsibilities to lead projects, mentor other testers, and support process improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead validation projects of complex software to ensure robust functionality and compliance with regulations;
• Lead and mentor junior testers;
• Review and analyze functional requirements specifications to provide feedback and ensure requirements are testable;
• Create test plans and test cases per documented requirements;
• Lead constructive peer review of test cases;
• Execute functional test cases to ensure the system is robust and fit for purpose;
• Report defects and work with the development team toward resolution of the defects;
• Write test summary reports;
• Facilitate execution of acceptance test scripts by end users;
• Attend and lead regular project meetings (daily stand-ups, refinement meetings, etc.);
• Work closely with developers and end users throughout the software life cycle to ensure that applications meet the needs of the users;
• Assist management team in formulating and implementing process improvements, including training staff on those processes; and
• Lead project initiatives set forth by management outside the context of specific applications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience in software testing, preferably in an agile-like environment;
• Experience leading manual testing efforts for complex software applications;
• Experience communicating and working within cross-departmental teams consisting of software developers, department leads, and end users;
• Excellent computer skills;
• Excellent analytical thinking skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Experience with direct personnel supervision is a plus!;
• Experience in the regulated healthcare industry is a plus!

MEDPACE OVERVIEW:

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 6,000 people across 40+ countries.

WHY MEDPACE?:

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

CINCINNATI PERKS:

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs

AWARDS:

• Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.