Lead Test

Job go live date:
Now

Position:
Permanent / Full-time

Visa /Workpermit:
Must be authorized to work in France or eligible for relocation

Location:
Bordeaux, France - on-site

Language:
Native French speaker and Applicants are required to master English, orally and in writing

About DESKi

DESKi has built
HeartFocus
), a revolutionary, AI-driven heart exam software, and FDA cleared that empowers any healthcare professional to perform world-class echos from any device, anywhere.

Driven by the belief No heart can wait , HeartFocus provides a life-saving solution for heart patients, facilitating early detection and disease prevention. After 4 years of research and having secured its financing, DESKi has started commercialization in September 2025 in the USA. We are seeking a Lead Test & Validation Engineer to play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, compliance, and performance of HeartFocus iPad application ), HeartFocus Portal website ), and internal software.

Mission

Lead Testing and Validation Software Engineer Responsibilities:

• Lead the software testing and validation team to guarantee product quality and reliability.
• Design test strategies and validation plans for different projects.
• Guarantee the quality and reliability of HeartFocus on iOS/Android, HeartFocus Portal and internal web applications.
• Collaborate with product owners, software developers, and regulatory experts to develop and carry out thorough testing and validation plans.
• Implement test automation for mobile and web applications.
• Mentor a more junior colleague or an apprentice or intern.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading & organize the test team activities
• Design, develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for DESKi's software products, covering functional, performance, and regulatory requirements
• Create and maintain test regulatory documents: test plans, test reports
• Collaborate with the development team to identify and document software defects, design flaws, and work closely to ensure timely resolution.
• Perform manual testing of software applications to ensure accuracy, stability, and compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Design and maintain test environments replicating real-world scenarios and conditions of use.
• Design and create automated tests with software developers
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements to ensure that our testing practices remain aligned with best practices.
• Participate in reviews and drafting of regulatory requirements.

Your Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in leading a software testing and validation team
• Proven experience in software testing and validation in the medical devices industry or a similar regulated environment.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as ISO 13485, IEC 62304, FDA regulations, and other relevant guidelines.
• In-depth understanding of software testing methodologies, including manual and automated testing.
• Experience with test automation frameworks such as Playwright.
• Master Jira, XRay, Gherkin, Cucumber
• Familiarity with Confluence and Git.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Javascript, Python, Bash).
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

What we propose

• Compensation: €45,000 - €55,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Work from home: 2 days per week
• Health Insurance: Alan coverage of 60% of premiums for employee and dependents.
• Transportation: Reimbursement of commuter expenses for public transit or Sustainable mobility allowance.
• Sick Leave: Full salary continuation for employees with less than one year tenure.
• Meal vouchers provided.
• Stock option grants included.

Your application should include the following

• A short introduction
• CV
• Your start date

Hiring process:

• Meeting with Audrey (HR & OM) & David (CTO) to understand motivations and background, and assess the alignment with the position.
• Second more in-depth discussion with David & Lucie to address technical scope, company culture, and evaluate the candidate's capabilities.
• Reference check.
• Interview with Olivier (Founder and Product Director)