About UsRemember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.Machnet Medical Robotics (MMR), founded in 2020, is on a mission to revolutionize medical robotics. Our guiding principle is simple: innovation must improve patient outcomes, support clinicians without disrupting workflows, and empower healthcare staff rather than adding burden.MMR is a well-funded company with long-term investors and a strong financial foundation. Our hardware and software teams have developed a fully functional medical robotic platform that has successfully completed animal trials. As we move into the next phase, we are refining the mechanical design for production with a focus on safety, reliability, manufacturability, and scalability, preparing our technology for deployment in hospitals worldwide.About the RoleWe are seeking an Embedded Software Test Engineer with strong experience in medical or robotic systems to join our growing engineering team in central London. In this role, you will contribute directly to the verification and quality of embedded firmware running on real hardware. You will work hands on with PCBs, peripherals, and embedded software, testing firmware behaviour at unit and integration level. You will collaborate closely with firmware and mechanical engineers to ensure firmware functions correctly, reliably, and in line with defined requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan and execute embedded firmware testing at unit and integration levelPerform embedded software unit testing to verify functionality, accuracy, and reliability of firmware componentsReview and verify unit tests written by developers using Google Test and Google Mock while the framework is being establishedTake ownership of the embedded unit test suite once frameworks and CI pipelines are establishedExtend, maintain, and improve unit tests as firmware evolvesTest firmware behaviour on real hardware using internal toolsVerify that firmware commands result in correct physical behaviourDesign and build simple test benches and rigs to test peripheral-level behaviourConduct firmware integration testing across software, hardware, and external interfacesLog, track, and support the investigation of firmware and hardware-related defectsSupport the software release process by verifying firmware requirements and readinessWho Were Looking ForBachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field4+ years of experience testing embedded firmware on real hardware, ideally in medical devices or roboticsComfortable working hands-on with PCBs, peripherals, and devicesAble to work closely with firmware and mechanical engineersConfident reviewing developer written unit testsPractical and methodical approach to testing and problem solvingAble to take ownership of embedded testing and grow it over timeComfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative startup environmentEligibility to work on-site at our central London officeExperience We ValueExperience in embedded firmware or embedded software testingProficiency in C or C++ and understanding of embedded systemsExperience with Google Test and Google Mock or similar unit test frameworksExperience writing and executing structured test scriptsUnderstanding of electronic and electrical systemsExperience designing simple test setups or benchesExposure to testing in regulated or safety-critical environmentsMechanical experience is a plus but not requiredWhy Join Us?At MMR, you will work at the intersection of robotics, AI, and healthcare, building technology that directly impacts patient care and clinical outcomes. You will join a mission-driven, collaborative team where your technical expertise will meaningfully shape the future of medical robotics. We believe technology must serve people responsibly. xjdpvnf Human-centred innovation, integrity, and long-term responsibility guide how we design products and how we support our team members growth and well-being.What We OfferAn international, interdisciplinary team based in Central London and Zwolle, NetherlandsA key technical role in a rapidly growing medical device startup with global ambitionsA central London office with a well-equipped prototyping spaceOngoing professional development through training, workshops, and conferencesAn inclusive, supportive workplace cultureA competitive salary package aligned with industry standards
Job Title
Embedded Software Test Engineer