Firmware Test Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Firmware Test Engineer to join our R&D team onsite in Minneapolis. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety and efficacy of life-changing Class III medical devices. This role focuses on the verification of neuromodulation systems, specifically Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain therapy.

Core Responsibilities

• Verification Planning & Execution: Author comprehensive Verification Plans and Test Procedures based on behavioral requirements for complex therapy delivery.
• Advanced Scripting: Implement and maintain a massive library of approximately 2,000 test scripts using Tcl/Tk.
• Formal Design Controls: Drive scripts through formal review cycles, meticulously addressing peer comments and ensuring compliance with FDA/ISO standards.
• System Integration: Test the new BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) layer and integrate it with existing TCL libraries for seamless device-to-programmer communication.
• Defect Management: Identify, isolate, and document hardware/firmware bugs with detailed reporting and root cause analysis.

• Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of neuromodulation therapies, including the relationship between voltage/current signals and physiological pain relief.
• Sensing & Stimulation: Experience testing systems that incorporate both sensing (feedback loops) and stimulation (delivery of therapy).
• Connectivity: Proven experience with Telemetry and wireless protocols, specifically the implementation and testing of BLE stacks.
• Scripting Language: Proficiency in Tcl/Tk is ideal for this role.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with IEC 62304 and the formal documentation required for Class III medical devices.

Qualifications

• Location: Ability to work onsite in Minneapolis, MN.
• Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in firmware testing, preferably within the medical device, aerospace, or defense industries., * medical device: 1 year (Preferred)
• Embedded software: 2 years (Preferred)

401(k), Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Health savings account, Life insurance Full-time Saint Paul, MN 55125, * 401(k)

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off