Sr Software Test Engineer

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on 20 May 2026.

In this exciting role as a Senior Embedded Software Test Engineer, you will architect and implement embedded software testing to maximize robustness and quality of our patient monitoring products. You will engage with embedded software engineers, system engineering and other stakeholders to understand requirements, system functionality and testing needs.

• Architect, design and implement test systems, techniques, and methods for testing embedded software on our Nellcor/INVOS oximetry platforms as well as the BIS anesthesia monitoring platform.
• Achieve software testing, reliability and quality goals independently or with a small team.
• Apply appropriate test standards, processes, procedures and tools throughout the embedded system development life cycle.
• Lead and conduct software verification and validation of software system requirements and ensure traceability and testability.
• Document test results, recommend quality improvements and work with embedded software development to resolve defects and diagnose or improve performance.

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience or advanced degree(s) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Demonstrated experience with test system development, implementation and manual testing.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Demonstrated experience with automated test integrated into CI/CD pipelines.

• Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related degree
• Experience with embedded software/firmware static code and code coverage analysis tools
• Experience with implementing AI techniques for rapid test development
• Experience with validation of software test tools
• Medical device development experience, design control, FDA and MDR regulations
• Knowledge of embedded software development following IEC 62304
• Experience in C, C#, and Python
• Experience with Agile development and tools like Jira, Polarion, Gitlab
• Demonstrated skills in systems thinking
• Effective communication and presentation skills at all organizational levels
• Excellent prioritization and organizational skills
• Highly skilled in problem solving and analysis with high attention to detail
• Able to apply engineering analysis techniques and tools (Matlab, Minitab, Excel, etc.)
• Experience with pulse oximetry and/or other physiologic sensing modalities

The above statements describe general nature and level of work. Physical demands described in responsibilities are representative of the requirements for successful performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. For office roles: independent mobility, interaction with a computer, communication with peers and co-workers.

U.S. work authorization sponsorship is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above. Roles below principal level require unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package. Salary ranges (USD): $ – $. Eligible for Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

Benefits include Health, Dental and Vision Insurance;
Health Savings Account;
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account;
Life insurance;
Long-term disability leave;
Dependent daycare spending account;
Tuition assistance; and global well-being program.

Retirement and equity benefits: 401(k) plan with employer contribution and match;
Capital Accumulation Plan for VPs and above;
Employee Stock Purchase Plan;
Employee Assistance Program;
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement;
Incentive plans;
Short-term disability;
Paid time off;
Paid holidays.

Medtronic provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Medtronic will consider qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and California Fair Chance Act for positions involving at least two hours of work per week in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.