Development Engineer (MedTech)

Institute of Communication; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading tech startup as a Development Engineer in Medical Diagnostic Systems, where you'll develop next-gen fluidic systems for a revolutionary diagnostic platform. This entry-level role offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with experienced professionals, contributing directly to groundbreaking medical technology.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Must have a degree (minimum 2:1) in a related technical field.
• Experience in control systems and software development is essential.
• Familiarity with medical device development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement software for fluid handling systems.
• Design hardware-software integrated subsystems.
• Develop automated test procedures and performance data capture.

Skills

Software development

Problem-solving

Microfluidic technologies

Education

Degree in Biomedical, Electronic, Mechatronic, or related engineering discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Development Engineer - Medical Diagnostic Systems

Be part of developing next-gen fluidic systems powering a breakthrough diagnostic platform that rapidly identifies the right antibiotic treatment.

What You'll Work On

• Architect and implement software and embedded algorithms for precision fluid handling.
• Design, prototype, and validate hardware-software integrated subsystems, focusing on real-time control and system reliability.
• Develop automated test procedures and capture detailed performance data across unit, subsystem, and full system levels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, service, and suppliers to drive continuous product improvement.
• Apply best practices in software development, leveraging MATLAB, Python, and programming, aligned with medical device standards (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 62304).

Who You Are

• Experienced in developing control systems with a strong software development background.
• Familiarity with microfluidic technologies, specialized automation, or medical device development is a plus.
• Holder of a degree in Biomedical, Electronic, Mechatronic, or a related engineering or technical discipline (minimum 2:1).
• Self-driven with strong problem-solving skills, able to manage deliverables independently in a fast-paced startup environment.

Why Join Us

• Based in state-of-the-art facilities, Whiteley, Hampshire.
• Join a well-funded, agile tech startup with a highly experienced leadership team in global medtech innovation.
• Contribute directly to a revolutionary diagnostic device launching in the UK (late 2025) and US (2026/7).
• Competitive salary £30K-£40K (depending on experience), 27 days holiday plus flexible working hours.
• Conveniently commutable from Hampshire, West Sussex, Bournemouth, Poole, and surrounding areas.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Civil Engineering

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