Role: Software Development Engineer in Test - 2 ( Embedded Application)

Location: Kharadi Pune

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We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Embedded SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) to join our Test Team. The successful candidate will bring a demonstrated track record and experience delivering medical devices to the market and will work with globally distributed product development teams to deliver new product solutions. The Embedded SDET will work closely with embedded software developers to design and automate firmware-level tests for medical device software written in C++. The role focuses on unit, component, and integration and functional testing of embedded software, leveraging modern C++ test frameworks, strong debugging skills, and CI-driven automation to provide early, objective evidence of software quality in alignment with IEC 62304. You will collaborate closely with Product Owners, Software developers, and DevOps engineers to optimize testing processes and ensure seamless integration of test suites into the DevOps pipeline. This leader is expected to play an active role in Agile Transformation efforts to build a high-performance product development team.

What will you be doing?

• Lead both internal and external testing teams to ensure Testing activities meet product requirements and quality expectations.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to build, refine, and maintain Agile product backlogs with a strong focus on SW testability.
• Work closely with System test engineering to secure the necessary resources (equipment, personnel, lab space) required to meet Testing schedules as and when needed.
• Design and execute embedded software-level test cases for C++ modules.
• Build software-focused automation frameworks for embedded codebases.
• Support debugging and root cause analysis at firmware and code level.
• Create a comprehensive test plan, detailed functional cases and strategy aligned with product requirements.
• Drive timely resolution of test-related issues by facilitating root-cause analysis and coordinating corrective actions across engineering, development, quality teams, Clinical, Marketing, Regulatory teams.
• Maintain end-to-end traceability between requirements, test protocols, test executions, and results to support regulatory submissions and audit readiness.
• Design, build, and maintain automated embedded software tests at the firmware and component level for safety-critical medical device software. 
• Champion a strong quality mindset and advocate quality-first practices across teams.
• Integrate embedded SW tests into CI pipelines.
• Support performance and security testing initiatives as required.
• Perform design control functions to ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and other industry standards applicable to medical device software.

What will you need to be successful?

• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in: Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Electronics / Electrical Engineering. Equivalent hands-on embedded firmware testing experience will be considered.
• Experience: Should have a minimum of min 5 to max 8+ years of experience in the following:
• Experience validating C++ embedded application, libraries, services running on hardware.
• Ability to test logic, state machines, and error handling implemented in C++.
•  Writing unit and component-level tests for embedded software modules.
•  Experience with modern C++ (C++11/14/17) in embedded environments.
•  Experience with mocking hardware dependencies and isolating software components.
•  Python or Shell scripting for test execution, automation, and tooling.
•  Experience with gTest, gMock, CppUTest or Catch2.
•  Familiarity with On-Target test execution and test harness.

Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving, Critical Thinking, Troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing cross-functional teams.
• Passion for learning emerging technologies and applying innovation in testing.
• Candidates with hands-on experience in any of the following domains are encouraged to apply,
• Medical Devices / Healthcare Software (highly preferred)
• Automotive / ADAS / AUTOSAR-based systems
• Industrial Automation / Robotics
• Safety-critical embedded systems
• Experience working in regulated, safety-critical, or compliance-driven environments is a strong advantage.

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Other reasons why you will love it here!

• Your Future: Major medical coverage + policy exclusions and insurance non-medical limit. Educational Assistance.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Privilege Leave, Floater Leave.
• Your Wellbeing: Parents/Parents-in-Law’s Insurance (Employer Contribution of 8,000/- annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Free Cab Transport Facility for all employees; One-Time Meal provided to all employees as per shift. Night shift allowances.

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