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Senior Firmware Engineer (Med Device)

Advantage Technical
$82.00-$82.00
paid time off, paid holidays
United States, California, Irvine
Dec 17, 2025

Firmware Test Engineer (1Year Contract and then option to go perm)

Industry: Class III Active Implantable Medical Devices

Pay Rate: $82/hr

Position Overview

We are seeking a Firmware Test Engineer to support verification and validation (V&V) activities for embedded firmware used in Class III active implantable medical devices. This role involves developing automated and manual test solutions, ensuring compliance with IEC 62304 and other regulatory standards, and contributing to the delivery of safe, reliable, and compliant firmware systems. The engineer will work closely with crossfunctional teams to support both product development and manufacturing software testing needs.

Key Responsibilities

Firmware Verification & Validation



  • Develop and execute test plans, protocols, and reports in accordance with IEC 62304 and FDA regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare and perform riskbased software testing (unit and integration) aligned with IEC 62304, IEC 60601, and other applicable standards.
  • Produce highquality test deliverables that meet ISO 14971 expectations for regulatory submissions.


Automation & Test Infrastructure



  • Design, implement, and maintain test automation frameworks and tools to support continuous integration and continuous testing.
  • Support development of test infrastructure, including hardwareintheloop (HIL) systems and simulation environments.


CrossFunctional Collaboration



  • Work with software developers and system engineers to define test requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
  • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and integration activities.
  • Support test method development for both product firmware and manufacturing process software.


Required Qualifications



  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of software testing experience in regulated environments (medical device experience strongly preferred).
  • Handson experience with:
  • C#
  • Test automation frameworks
  • CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Bitbucket, JIRA)
  • Working knowledge of IEC 62304, IEC 60601, ISO 14971, and V&V processes for Class III medical devices.
  • Proven ability to produce compliant documentation for audits and regulatory submissions.


Preferred Qualifications



  • Experience testing firmware for Class III active implantable devices.
  • Familiarity with riskbased testing and traceability tools (e.g., Cognition Cockpit).
  • Experience supporting product integration projects and collaborating with global teams.

The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.

The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off.

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About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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