Job Description Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated Software Test Engineer to join our global R&D team in testing complex software for medical applications.
In this role, you will be responsible for testing and documenting board-level C/C++ firmware, contributing across the full software development lifecycle while adhering to quality and regulatory standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and support the team with testing activities through the entire product lifecycle—from concept development to commercialization and post-market support—to deliver high-performance, reliable, and scalable firmware solutions. You will also support integration, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
This is a unique opportunity to influence the development of life-changing healthcare solutions in a regulated and fast-paced environment.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Why join us?

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Become a maker of possible with us!

Our vision for Peripheral Intervention (PI) at BD

Our Peripheral Intervention (PI) business unit offers a comprehensive range of medical products, devices and services for the treatment of peripheral arterial and venous disease, cancer detection, and end-stage renal disease and maintenance.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Test Engineer to join our global R&D team in a 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract and ensure the quality of complex software for medical applications. In this role, you will test and document board-level C/C++ firmware, contributing across the full software development lifecycle while maintaining compliance with quality and regulatory standards. You will collaborate with multi-functional teams to support integration, troubleshooting, and testing activities throughout the entire product lifecycle—from concept development to commercialisation and post-market support. This position offers a unique opportunity to help deliver reliable, high-performance firmware solutions that power life-changing healthcare technologies in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Develop, review, and execute test cases (manual and automated), along with supporting test documentation.

• Contribute to and perform verification and validation activities.

• Execute sprint tasks with appropriate oversight, ensuring timely and quality delivery.

• Break down tasks clearly, provide progress updates and time estimates, and take ownership of deliverables.

• Align work with team planning and ensure consistency with project schedules.

• Adhere to R&D and Business Unit Quality Management Systems.

• Follow and optimize product development and delivery processes.

• Implement design and change control procedures.

• Collaborate with Firmware and System Engineering teams to reproduce issues, resolve bugs, and gather data for system-level testing.

• Work closely with multi-functional teams, including electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering.

• Support regulatory submissions and audits as required.

• Maintain traceability between requirements and test protocols, records, and reports.

• Contribute to configuration management and participate in design and milestone reviews.

• Apply Agile methodologies and CI/CD principles to enhance quality and performance.

• Support sustaining engineering activities.

• Follow established best practices for software quality assurance.

• Actively engage in team ceremonies such as sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives.

• Log detailed firmware bugs in Azure DevOps and ensure timely resolution in accordance with Business Unit standards.

• Coordinate with stakeholders on significant technical matters across cross-functional teams.

• Follow good laboratory practices for qualifying, validating, and maintaining tools and equipment.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with relevant industry experience.

• Proficiency in various testing strategies, including regression, functional, acceptance, integration, black-box, white-box, and exploratory testing.

• Experience with tools such as Azure DevOps.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proactive and self-motivated problem-solving approach.

• Ability to take ownership of key work from inception to completion.

• Experience in medical device testing is a plus.

• ISTQB certification is advantageous.

• Having familiarity with IEC 62304 will be beneficial.

This is a Fixed Term Position ( 6 months contract)

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

To learn more about BD visit: https://bd.com/careers

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Primary Work Location

IRL Limerick - Castletroy

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The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is determined by their experience, education, and skills, as well as the labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location.

Salary Range Information

€43,300.00 - €66,025.00 EUR Annual