Overview
Software Engineering Co-Op Placements Cork.
This role is based in our Cork office.
As an R&D Co-Op Student, you will perform a wide variety of technical work in planning and design of medical devices for Orthopedic Surgeons to allow them to plan and perform their procedures.
This role will support the R&D New Product Development Teams as they bring new medical devices products to market.
Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker's 2026 Cooperative cohort.
Responsibilities
Under supervision, assist in the design, develop, modification, and verification of software for medical devices.
Assist with prototyping and bench testing.
Support problem solving, root cause analysis, identify potential solutions, and evaluate them against requirements.
Under supervision, conduct research and studies to support product design.
Understand the product's intended use and clinical procedures.
Learn fundamental industry standards, design requirements and test strategies which align with regulatory requirements.
With supervision, create or refine engineering documentation, such as the Design History file per company design control procedures.
Learn R&D procedures like design controls and risk management, per the Quality Management System.
With supervision, work with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success.
Learn procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology required.
Work on problems in limited scope; purposefully learn while gaining experience.
Demonstrate ownership and integrity of work.
Build stable relationships and contribute to the project as a team member.
Qualifications
Studying / completed a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Software or Electronic Engineering, Robotics or related discipline.
Fundamental knowledge and understanding of embedded software engineering practices and tools, design principles within a regulated environment.
Basic knowledge of programming in Embedded C and C++ (required), Python (desirable).
With supervision, design new components and systems applying various design concepts and patterns.
Basic knowledge of testing/maintaining/debugging software using hardware tools.
PCB design including schematics and layout with tools such as Altium or Orcad is a plus but not mandatory.
Basic knowledge of analysis tools and statistical methods.
Experience working with development boards e.g. Raspberry Pi a plus but not mandatory.
Fluent in the use of MS Office.
What we offer
Attractive salary & vacation entitlement.
Experience our inclusive, people-first culture.
You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.
Flexible working hours.
Sports & Social clubs and DE&I Employee Resource Groups and the opportunity to connect with other co-ops.
The opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that make a difference in improving healthcare and patients' lives.
You will be given responsibilities that truly matter.
Next steps
Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will review your application and assess criteria for the specific position.
If requirements are met and you are happy to proceed, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview in September.
If successful through the final round, you will receive your offer shortly after.
Please note timelines may vary—please stay in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for updates.
This role will be posted for a minimum of 3 days.
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