Job Description Summary

The Senior Software Test Engineer in BD’s Diagnostic Solutions (DS) team will help deliver a cutting-edge middleware platform that connects medical devices with hospital systems, supporting advanced diagnostic capabilities. This role combines hands-on technical work with collaboration across geographically distributed teams, requiring strong communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare technology.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Why join us?

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Become a maker of possible with us!

Our vision for Diagnostic Solutions at BD

BD Diagnostic Solutions is a division of BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a global medical technology leader dedicated to advancing the world of health. The Diagnostic Solutions business focuses on enabling accurate, timely and efficient detection of infectious diseases, cancer and other health conditions. Through innovations in microbiology, molecular diagnostics and point-of-care devices and assays, BD Diagnostic Solutions supports customers around the world, whether in high-throughput laboratories or community healthcare clinics, in hospitals or at-home, in delivering better outcomes for patients.

About the role

As a Senior Software Test Engineer at BD, you will play a critical role in advancing our vision of streamlining and innovating diagnostic technologies with a strong focus on customer experience and product quality. You will join a dynamic Agile team focused on developing a robust middleware platform that bridges medical devices with hospital Laboratory Information Systems (LIS).

Main Responsabilities:

Collaborate with project teams (local and remote) to understand requirements, estimate, plan, design and deliver the product under test.
Understand design, and implementation level details of the product under test.
Learn the automation framework and add test scripts
Create, execute and review test cases and other test documents as per Design and Change controls
Conduct complex black box, system-level, functional testing, applying comprehensive knowledge of software quality concepts within the software development lifecycle, verify end-to-end customer flows, Capture Issue/Bugs in line with Business Unit policy/Standard and track to closure
Perform sprint and V&V test execution tasks
Guide, lead other testers in the team complying with the R&D Quality Management System
Contribute to technical decision making
Support software and systems engineering teams with troubleshooting, characterization and validation activities for prototypes, sub-systems, and finished products.
Engage in continuous improvement of test process, innovation and optimize test processes.
Apply comprehensive knowledge of software quality concepts within the software development lifecycle.

About you:

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline, plus a minimum of 6 years of software testing experience
Minimum of 2 years experience in automation tools such as – Selenium, Cucumber, TestComplete.
Good knowledge of programming languages - preferably C#
Experience testing web applications or product testing with knowledge on API and DB testing, perform API validations and be able to create SQL script
Experience with Defect Tracking Tools, Requirement Management and Test Management Tools such as TFS, ADO, HP OpenText ALM, Cognition Cockpit
Generate and analyze Test related metrics using the data from the defect management systems
Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies in software development
Excellent interpersonal skills, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to learn, introduce and improve new and existing test practice and process
Effectiveness of understanding and communicating technical information and ability to translate information between technical and business languages
Experience with complete software product development life cycle from concept to final release is expected
Effective written and verbal communications skills, ability to clearly and precisely communicate with management and remote team members

Nice to have:

Familiarity with FDA regulations for medical instruments, ISO 13485, IEC 62304 standards and Quality Management systems
Experience working in the regulated medical industry
ISTQB or equivalent certificate in Software Testing or Software Automation Testing.

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

To learn more about BD visit: https://bd.com/careers

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Primary Work Location

IRL Limerick - Castletroy

Additional Locations

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At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed.

The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is determined by their experience, education, and skills, as well as the labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location.

Salary Range Information

€54,800.00 - €93,200.00 EUR Annual