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Senior System Development Engineer - Medical Devices (Contract)

Location: Limerick, Ireland (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Contract: 6 months (potential extension) Rate: Competitive

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior System Development Engineer to join a team developing advanced medical device technology. This role focuses on integrating embedded firmware, hardware, and secure systems within a regulated environment. If you have strong C/C++ and C# programming skills, experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems, and knowledge of medical device compliance standards (ISO 13485, IEC 60601, FDA 21 CFR Part 11), this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead integration of embedded software and hardware systems for advanced medical devices
Develop and maintain software in C++, C#, and embedded C
Manage bug fixes, patch deployment, and feature enhancements under strict timelines
Collaborate with a team of engineers on system-level troubleshooting and network safety
Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, IEC 60
Maintain design history files and technical documentation per regulatory requirements

Essential Skills & Experience:

Strong proficiency in C++, C#, and embedded C
Minimum 5 years' experience in embedded systems and system integration
Exposure to regulated environments (medical devices preferred; aerospace/automotive acceptable)
Ability to work under pressure and deliver from month one
Familiarity with hardware-software integration and troubleshooting

Desirable:

Experience with IEC 60601 safety standards
Knowledge of FDA and EU MDR frameworks

Why Apply?

This is a chance to work on cutting-edge medical technology, applying your expertise in system integration, embedded software development (C/C++ and C#), and regulatory compliance to deliver solutions that improve lives globally.

Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

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Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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