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We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 9 Nov 2026 At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world. 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 team in Northridge, CA. This is a hybrid role: 3-4 days in office / 1-2 days remote. Candidate will collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end tests for embedded systems and medical devices. Software Development Engineer in Test II – Embedded Software/Firmware This is a Software Development Engineer in Test II – Embedded Software/Firmware role. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. 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. Must have experience in the following areas: Programming: JavaScript and/or Python, used to build and maintain automated tests. Embedded systems: hands-on experience with embedded systems and testing embedded firmware . Functional testing: end-to-end functional and integration testing using HIL and SIL test benches. CI/CD: experience with Git and CI/CD tools such as GitLab and Jenkins . * AI tools: familiarity with AI tools for test design, scripting, or log analysis. Debugging: strong debugging skills across hardware and software. Nice to have: Experience with medical devices or other safety-critical systems, and knowledge of communication protocols (BLE communication, security protocols). 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. #BetterDaysStartNow Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. Benefits & Compensation MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$87,000.00 - $149,000.00 For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $97,000.00 - 165,000.00 USD. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertain solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others) This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI). At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico. For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below. MiniMed Benefits Overview About MiniMed MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes. Learn more about our business, and our mission here . It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 9 Nov 2026
This is a Software Development Engineer in Test II – Embedded Software/Firmware role!!!
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
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.
Programming: JavaScript and/or Python, used to build and maintain automated tests.
Embedded systems: hands-on experience with embedded systems and testing embedded firmware .
Functional testing: end-to-end functional and integration testing using HIL and SIL test benches.
CI/CD: experience with Git and CI/CD tools such as GitLab and Jenkins . * AI tools: familiarity with AI tools for test design, scripting, or log analysis. Debugging: strong debugging skills across hardware and software.
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.

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Nice to have: Experience with medical devices or other safety-critical systems, and knowledge of communication protocols (BLE communication, security protocols).

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