Medical Technology Jobs in Cambridge

A hub for medical innovation, home to world-class research institutions and cutting-edge tech companies.

Open roles
36
Salary range
£36k – £92k
Hiring companies
10

Cambridge is renowned for its concentration of medical technology and life sciences companies. The city hosts a vibrant ecosystem of universities, research institutions, and scaleups, all contributing to groundbreaking advancements in medical devices, health-tech software, and diagnostic systems. Major players and startups alike are drawn to Cambridge's rich talent pool and collaborative environment, making it a prime location for those seeking to innovate in the medical technology sector.

Salary on the board

£36k – £92k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 13 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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36% of listings advertise a salary.
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Bluetree · 11–50 people

Senior Regulatory Affairs & Quality Manager

  • Cambridge
  • Hybrid · 2 days in office
  • £65,000 – £80,000 pa
  • Senior
  • Permanent

Lead regulatory strategy for a cardiology device company expanding into the US, UK, EU and Middle East, owning FDA, CE and UKCA submissions from Class I to Class II/III. Drive an audit-ready QMS (ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 14971) and advise senior leadership on regulation, quality and clinical governance, working directly with the FDA, MHRA and notified bodies.

FDA · MHRA · UKCA +2

Featured 3 weeks ago

SoCode

Contract Python Engineer

  • Cambridge
  • £500 – £550 pd
  • Senior
  • Contract

Contract role building Python and Django software for a medical device client, with TypeScript also in the stack. The work sits in a regulated environment, so prior medical device industry experience is essential and regulated-software background is beneficial. Engaged outside IR35 for an initial six-month term.

Django · TypeScript · Python

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ECM Selection

C/C++ Embedded Software Engineer

  • Cambridge
  • On-site
  • £40,000 – £55,000 pa
  • Mid-level

Develop high-integrity embedded software in C and C++ for novel healthcare devices, working across the full product lifecycle from requirements and prototyping to architecture, implementation, integration and verification. You'll liaise with clients and colleagues in a multi-disciplinary Cambridge team, using Linux, ideally RTOS, Python tooling and Git, with IEC 62304 experience a bonus.

Linux · RTOS · Qt +4

Last week

Medtronic · 10000+ people · Public

Technical Consultant

  • Cambridge
  • On-site
  • £43,200 – £64,800 pa

Field-based clinical and technical role supporting electrophysiology and cardiac ablation procedures across East Anglia and East Midlands hospitals. You train physicians, physiologists and cath lab teams on Cryo, PulseSelect and Affera therapies, troubleshoot during procedures, and partner with sales to drive therapy adoption.

Cryo · PulseSelect · Affera

2 days ago

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions

Contract Medical Device Test Technician

  • Saffron Walden
  • £30 – £33 ph
  • Contract

Hands-on testing and validation of medical devices, including stress and force testing in a lab environment. The role involves analysing data for design verification, developing new test procedures, and documenting all technical activity to regulatory and quality standards. It sits within a test team on a high-impact medical device project.

2 weeks ago
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Newton Colmore · 11–50 people

Optical Systems Engineer - Medical Devices

  • Cambridge

Hands-on role designing and integrating optical systems into complex medical devices, from early feasibility through to product launch. You'll work in a multidisciplinary team spanning simulation, prototyping, testing and refinement, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and real-world usability, and mentor junior colleagues.

2 weeks ago
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Newton Colmore · 11–50 people

Embedded Software Engineer - Biotech and Medical Devices

  • Cambridge

Develops embedded software for electro-mechanical devices used in biotech and medical applications, working alongside scientists, engineers, designers and physicists on cutting-edge medical technology. Requires prior biotech or medical devices experience and knowledge of ISO 13485, IEC 62304 and ISO 14971 standards.

2 weeks ago

SoCode

Senior System Verification Engineer

  • Cambridge
  • Hybrid
  • £50,000 – £65,000 pa
  • Senior · manages people

Hands-on role turning system and sub-system requirements into verification strategies, including test protocols, bespoke rigs and automated Python scripts, through to formal sign-off. Results feed back to design teams and regulatory submissions, and you'll lead and mentor a small group of verification engineers on a complex electromechanical medical device.

2 weeks ago
The scene

Hiring in Cambridge

Cambridge's medical technology sector is home to a diverse range of employers, from global corporations to innovative startups. Companies such as AstraZeneca, GlaxoSmithKline, and numerous research-heavy startups are actively hiring, offering a wide array of opportunities for professionals at all levels.

The city's strong academic institutions, including the University of Cambridge and its affiliated hospitals, provide a steady stream of highly skilled graduates and researchers. This talent pool, combined with a supportive ecosystem of incubators and accelerators, makes Cambridge an ideal location for career growth in medical technology.

FAQs

Common questions

  • Common roles include biomedical engineers, clinical researchers, regulatory affairs specialists, and medical device designers.

  • Many roles in Cambridge are on-site due to the hands-on nature of medical technology work, but some companies offer hybrid options.

  • Key industries include medical device manufacturing, health-tech software development, and clinical research and diagnostics.

  • Cambridge is often considered the leading hub for medical technology in the UK, with a strong focus on innovation and collaboration.

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