job summary: We are seeking a dedicated Reliability Performance Engineer to develop and execute testing documentation and scripts that validate and verify both physical and digital medical products. This role is pivotal in ensuring product reliability, security, and performance under various conditions, including high-volume simulations and network interactions. This is a Hybrid role. In office Tuesday - Thursday, Remote option Monday and Fridays location: Deerfield, Illinois job type: Contract salary: $55 - 60 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Create detailed test plans, scripts, and protocols to validate software, firmware, and hardware components of medical devices.Develop and automate tests simulating high-volume data processing, real-world network interactions, and security threats.Conduct functional, integration, and system-level testing to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.Perform manual and automated testing for both digital (software-based) and physical (hardware-based) products.Design and execute high-volume simulations to evaluate device performance under extreme workloads.Validate network reliability by simulating real-world connectivity scenarios, including cloud, IoT, and hospital network environments. Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.3+ years of experience in software/hardware testing, automation, or medical device validation.Solid knowledge of test scripting languages (Python, Java, C#, or similar).Experience with test management tools (e.g., TestRail, JIRA, Selenium, Appium, Cypress).Familiarity with network protocols, security testing, and performance benchmarking. Preferred Skills: Experience with cloud-based medical device testing (AWS, Azure, IoT platforms).Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, OWASP, FIPS 140-2). qualifications: Experience level: Minimum 3 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: Reliability Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.