Senior Software Test Engineer – Limerick, Ireland
* 12-Month Rolling Contract
* €350 – €400 Daily Rate
* Join a high-performing, collaborative engineering team within a global organisation
Join a global, innovation-driven medical device leader developing sophisticated technologies that improve treatment outcomes for patients worldwide.
You will play a key role in testing and validating complex instrumentation, embedded systems, and regulated software, ensuring products are delivered to the highest quality and safety standards. This role sits within a high-performing engineering environment known for strong cross-functional collaboration, innovation, and long-term contractor retention.
You will have the autonomy to lead critical software testing activities, drive improvements, and contribute to cutting-edge medical device development—while enjoying a supportive, organised, and forward-thinking culture.
Why You'll Love It Here:
* Make a significant impact on life-changing medical device technology
* Work with a global organisation that values quality, ownership, and continuous improvement
* Enjoy stability with a 12-month rolling contract and strong potential for long-term extension
* Join a high-performing engineering group with excellent communication and clear direction
* Benefit from a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance
You Will:
* Lead and execute software testing activities for complex medical device systems
* Ensure software meets quality, safety, and regulatory requirements
* Work collaboratively across engineering, QA, and cross-functional teams
* Analyse functionality and design effective test cases and strategies
* Contribute to documentation, reporting, and continuous improvement of testing processes
* Support compliance with IEC 62304, IEC, IEC and related standards
* Perform SQL, API testing, and contribute to test automation initiatives (advantage)
Skills / Experience:
* Minimum 8 years' experience in a software test or QA engineering role
* Strong understanding of computer hardware and OS internals
* Experience with SQL, API testing, and test automation (advantage)
* Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
* Ability to analyse complex functionality and design effective test cases
* Knowledge of IEC 62304, IEC, IEC standards
* Solid understanding of configuration management principles
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