Senior Research & Development Test Engineer

Medtronic

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$115,200–$172,800 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
14 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 10, 2026 (soon)

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $168k
This role $144k
$105k most similar roles pay here $213k

This role pays less than 70% of similar roles. Most pay $134,050–$202,800 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $144k versus about $168k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Medtronic

Medtronic plc is the world's largest medical technology company by revenue, specializing in device-based therapies for over 70 health conditions.

Medtronic currently has 26 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $123,200–$184,800 across 26 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Research & Development Test Engineer

Senior Research & Development Test Engineer - Onsite The Senior Research & Development Test Engineer joins the Neuromodulation Research & Development organization to support the development of interventional pain therapies and medical device systems. This role involves leading and executing system-level verification and validation strategies for products containing mechanical, electrical, and software components. You will develop test methods, protocols, and validation plans while managing technical risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing testing in simulated-use environments, analyzing results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams like quality and manufacturing to define requirements. The role requires expertise in electrical engineering fundamentals, software development principles, and the use of tools such as oscilloscopes and multimeters. You will specifically address technical challenges related to minimally invasive therapies for musculoskeletal pathologies, ensuring all systems meet rigorous safety standards and performance requirements throughout the product development lifecycle.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute system-level verification and validation strategies for medical device systems with mechanical, electrical, and software components.
  • Create test methods, protocols, validation plans, and engineering reports to support product development activities.
  • Plan and perform verification and validation testing including result analysis, risk assessment, and documentation of findings.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to establish test requirements and design inputs for new products.
  • Lead design review activities and manage risk processes throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Conduct testing in simulated-use environments and with representative end users when required.
  • Perform testing of minimally invasive therapy products in accordance with applicable standards and quality requirements.
  • Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and project status to internal stakeholders and external partners.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a scientific discipline.
  • 4+ years of experience in technical testing, verification and validation, systems engineering, or product development.
  • Experience leading system-level verification planning, execution, and documentation for complex products or systems.
  • Experience leading system-level validation planning, execution, and documentation.
  • Experience testing medical devices or similar products in ex-vivo tissue environments.
  • Working knowledge of software development principles, electrical engineering fundamentals, and electrical test equipment like oscilloscopes and multimeters.
  • 3-8 years of experience testing in regulated industries such as medical device, aerospace, or defense (preferred).
  • Work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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