George Stifo

George Stifo possesses extensive experience in software verification and validation within the medical device and technology industries. Currently serving as a Staff Verification Engineer at Dräger since January 2018, George leads global teams through the software development life cycle for various projects. Previous roles include Consultant SQE/Verification Lead at MedAcuity, Validation/Verification Lead at Philips, and QA Manager at Alere Inc. George has demonstrated proficiency in developing software validation plans, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with FDA guidelines and standards. With a strong educational foundation comprising a Master of Computer Applications from Brandeis University and a Bachelor of Applied Science from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, George brings a deep understanding of software quality assurance methodologies and best practices.