Lead Digital Health Quality Engineer

AbbVie

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$96,500–$183,500 / yr
Posted
11 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Aug 31, 2126

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Below market

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This role pays less than 83% of similar roles. Most pay $151,000–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $140k versus about $181k for comparable roles.

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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

AbbVie currently has 297 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Lead Digital Health Quality Engineer

The Lead Digital Health Quality Engineer serves as a key representative on cross-functional SaMD and Digital Health Software product development teams. This role is responsible for driving design controls, DHF management, software validation, and risk management throughout the software life cycle to ensure products comply with medical device regulations. The individual will author, review, and approve QMS documentation, manage cybersecurity quality activities, and lead process improvement initiatives while supporting regulatory characterization and audits. Key responsibilities include performing risk management per ISO 14971, applying IEC 62304 standards, and utilizing Computer Software Assurance and GAMP5 principles for validation. The role requires expertise in technical writing, cross-functional collaboration, and knowledge of EU MDR and 21 CFR 820.30. The position addresses the complex regulatory and quality challenges inherent in developing software medical devices and emerging digital health technologies.

What you'll do

  • Drive design controls, DHF management, and software validation throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Perform risk management activities including cybersecurity risk assessments per ISO 14971.
  • Author, review, and approve QMS documentation to ensure compliance with medical device regulations.
  • Manage Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) activities including root cause analysis and resolution.
  • Support the creation of regulatory submission documentation and participate in internal/external audits.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives for Design History Files and Risk Management processes.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on SaMD and Digital Health quality requirements for cross-functional teams.

What we're looking for

  • A Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 5 years of experience, or a PhD is required.
  • Experience in a quality systems environment or an equivalent combination of work experience is required.
  • Strong understanding of regulations and standards for software medical devices including IEC 62304, ISO 14971, 21 CFR 820.30, and EU MDR.
  • Experience with the creation and maintenance of QMS documents for medical device development.
  • Experience with Computer Software Assurance (CSA) and GAMP5 principles for software validation and lifecycle activities.
  • Ability to coordinate complex activities and resolve problems using technical and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity with medical device cybersecurity, AI/ML, connected devices, and digital health emerging technologies is preferred.

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