Software Development Engineer in Test II
MiniMed
Summary
This is a Software Development Engineer in Test II – Embedded Software/Firmware role. MiniMed is looking to hire an SDET II to join one of our software teams in Northridge, CA. This is a hybrid role: 3-4 days in office / 1-2 days remote. The candidate will collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end tests for embedded systems and medical devices.
Job description
About the Role
This is a Software Development Engineer in Test II – Embedded Software/Firmware role. MiniMed is looking to hire an SDET II to join one of our software teams in Northridge, CA. This is a hybrid role: 3-4 days in office / 1-2 days remote. The candidate will collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end tests for embedded systems and medical devices.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop and execute functional, regression, and end-to-end tests for embedded systems and medical devices and software components.
- Prepare test plans, test cases, test reports, defect documentation, and traceability.
- Work on scripting to automate embedded systems components using JavaScript/Python.
- Understand systems software design requirements.
- Understand Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication testing, including pairing, connectivity, synchronization, recovery, failover, and interoperability scenarios.
- Analyze logs, processing failures to identify root causes in the embedded devices.
- May work across a variety of software lifecycle activities as determined by program.
- Familiarity with AI concepts is sufficient to evaluate and collaborate with AI development teams.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of software engineering or test automation experience (internships and co-ops count).
- Hands-on experience with embedded systems.
- Programming experience in JavaScript and/or Python.
- Experience with end-to-end functional testing and test automation.
- Familiarity with source control and CI/CD tools (e.g., Git, GitLab, Jenkins).
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across hardware and software layers.
Nice to Have
- Experience with medical devices or other safety-critical systems.
- Knowledge of communication protocols (BLE communication, security protocols).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 0–2 years of software engineering or test automation experience (internships and co-ops count)
- Hands-on experience with embedded systems
- Programming experience in JavaScript and/or Python
- Experience with end-to-end functional testing and test automation
- Familiarity with source control and CI/CD tools (e.g., Git, GitLab, Jenkins)
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across hardware and software layers
- Familiarity with AI tools for test design, scripting, or log analysis
- Experience with medical devices or other safety-critical systems (nice to have)
- Knowledge of communication protocols such as BLE and security protocols (nice to have)
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare FSA
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Dependent Daycare Account
- Incentive Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Short-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Non-Qualified Retirement Plan
- Capital Accumulation Plan
Company overview
MiniMed is a leading medical device company specializing in diabetes management technologies, with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1983 by visionary entrepreneur Alfred E. Mann. Originally acquired by Medtronic in 2001, MiniMed recently became an independent publicly-traded company in 2026, trading on Nasdaq under the ticker "MMED" with a market capitalization of approximately $5.29 billion. The company is headquartered in Northridge, California, and employs nearly 8,000 dedicated professionals focused on advancing diabetes care. MiniMed is unique as the only diabetes technology company that manufactures both insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), offering integrated systems like the MiniMed 780G system with SmartGuard technology. Their flagship products include automated insulin delivery systems, continuous glucose monitoring sensors, and smart insulin pens designed to simplify diabetes management and improve patient outcomes. With a mission to make diabetes more predictable and manageable, MiniMed has established itself as a pioneer in diabetes technology, providing innovative solutions that help patients achieve better glucose control and enhance their quality of life.