Systems V&V Engineer

Systems V&V Engineer

PulseMedica is searching for a Systems Verification & Validation (V&V) Engineer to join our growing team. Reporting to our Systems Engineer, this person will be responsible for planning, developing, and executing system-level verification and validation activities to ensure our ophthalmic medical device platform meets its intended use and complies with regulatory requirements. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work with complex, multi-disciplinary systems including optics, mechanics, software, and lasers.

About Us

PulseMedica, proudly Great Place to Work Certified for the third consecutive year, is a fast-growing, innovative medical device startup. We combine cutting-edge research, advanced technology, and production excellence to tackle ophthalmic diseases and disabilities. Our mission is to provide novel treatment options through state-of-the-art solutions, blending real-time classical computer vision, deep learning algorithms, 3D eye imaging, and high-precision laser surgery. With a commitment to revolutionizing ophthalmic treatments, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes that prevent blindness and disabilities caused by eye diseases. At PulseMedica, we foster a collaborative and supportive environment where talent thrives, and our team’s collective impact drives change in the field of eye care.

The Opportunity

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with an interdisciplinary team developing a novel medical device platform. The successful candidate will lead and support system-level testing efforts, ensuring all requirements are verified and validated in alignment with product development milestones and regulatory expectations. This position is critical to ensuring our technology is safe, effective, and ready for clinical and commercial use.

The person will be responsible for:

• Developing and executing system-level V&V test plans, protocols, and reports.


• Working cross-functionally to ensure traceability from system requirements to verification and validation activities.


• Leading formal system testing activities, including functional, performance, safety, and usability testing.


• Coordinating test execution in both bench-top, ex-vivo  and animal model  environments.


• Documenting and managing test results, non-conformances, and deviation handling.


• Supporting risk management and usability engineering processes.


• Contributing to regulatory submission documentation (e.g., FDA, Health Canada).


• Helping refine and improve V&V processes and procedures in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline.


• 3+ years of experience in a verification, validation, or systems engineering role, preferably in a regulated environment.

What you bring

• Strong understanding of V&V principles, including test case development, execution, and defect tracking.


• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as IEC 60601, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA design control requirements.


• Experience working with complex, multi-disciplinary systems (optical, mechanical, software, electrical).


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.


• Ability to clearly document test procedures and results.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and test documentation tools; experience with requirements management tools is a plus.

Anticipated Start Date: as soon as a suitable candidate is found

Duration: Full time Permanent (40 hours per week)

Salary: Commensurate to experience and qualifications

Location: Edmonton

What you can expect from PulseMedica:

• Competitive compensation, health, dental and vision benefits and the option to participate in our employee stock option plan


• Free on-site gym (Jackson’s Gym)


• A role that contributes to helping change people’s lives by enhancing their vision


• A unique opportunity to build, grow, and be part of a team that is going to revolutionize a multi-billion dollar industry


• Growth Opportunities


• Monthly team social events


• Working for a company that was recently Great Place to Work certified! 

We believe that diverse teams perform better and that fostering an inclusive work environment is a key part of growing a successful team. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply for this position.