Company Overview
Insulet started in 2000 driven to achieve our mission of enabling our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients who have insulin-requiring diabetes by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating. We are on an exciting trajectory of significant growth and global expansion enabling us to reach more patients around the globe.
We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals who want to be part of building our Center of Excellence and be at the forefront of our rapidly growing global footprint. We are looking to hire amazing people who are guided by shared values and desire to exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it.
Team Overview
The Pod Software Reliability team is a group of dedicated test automation engineers focused on elevating the reliability and robustness of embedded software systems for medical devices. We work across all development stages to ensure our Pod software meets the highest standards of performance, stability, and safety.
Role Summary
As a Principal Engineer, Reliability and Automation, you will set the technical vision and lead organization-wide initiatives to advance reliability engineering and automation for Insulet’s embedded software platforms. You will act as a strategic leader, technical authority, and mentor, collaborating across functions to drive innovation, ensure compliance, and deliver best-in-class reliability for our products.
Key Responsibilities
· Define and drive the strategic vision for reliability engineering and automation across embedded software platforms.
· Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of advanced automated test strategies, including fault injection, stress, and long-duration testing.
· Architect and maintain observability tools and dashboards to monitor system health and reliability metrics at scale.
· Serve as the principal subject matter expert on reliability engineering principles (e.g., MTBF, FMEA, fault tolerance), providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineers at all levels.
· Champion organization-wide reliability initiatives, collaborating with product, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance and foster innovation.
· Evaluate, introduce, and standardize emerging tools, frameworks, and methodologies to advance automation and reliability practices.
· Engage with executive leadership, external partners, and industry forums to represent Insulet’s reliability engineering excellence and stay ahead of industry trends.
· Define, implement, and track key reliability metrics to drive data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.
· Foster a culture of proactive system health monitoring, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
· Mentor and develop engineers, promoting best practices and a growth mindset throughout the organization.
Required Leadership/Interpersonal Skills & Behaviors
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
Strong time management, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing technical talent.
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
· 10+ years of experience in reliability engineering and software test automation, preferably in embedded or safety-critical environments.
· Demonstrated experience leading large-scale reliability initiatives and mentoring technical teams.
· Proficiency in Python and modern test automation frameworks.
· Deep understanding of reliability engineering principles and industry best practices.
· Experience with CI/CD pipelines, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and system-level risk analysis.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience with medical devices or safety-critical systems.
· Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., BLE, SPI, I2C).
· Exposure to Grafana or similar tools for monitoring and visualization.
Preferred Certifications
· Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) – ASQ
· ISTQB Certified Tester – Test Automation Engineer
· Embedded Systems Certification (e.g., ARM Accredited Engineer)
Additional Information
The position can be hybrid or in-person at our Acton, MA facility. The preferred location is Acton, MA.
Travel is estimated at 10% but will flex depending on business needs.
Additional Information:
Compensation & Benefits: For U.S.-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $174,225.00 - $261,337.50 This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off (PTO) • And additional employee wellness programs Application Details: This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. To apply, please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet’s flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit insulet.com and omnipod.com.
We are looking for highly motivated, performance-driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!
At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.