Software Development Engineer in Test - 1 (C++)

Location: Kharadi Pune

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living!

The Smith+Nephew Sports Medicine is building a next-generation, cloud-based platform for computer-assisted surgical navigation. Join us to design and deliver innovative digital solutions that redefine what’s possible in Sports Medicine.

We are seeking an experienced C++ SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) to join our Software Test team. In this role, you will partner with global development teams to design and automate unit, integration, and system tests for C++-based surgical navigation software. You will focus on embedded software testing, modern C++ test frameworks, strong debugging practices, and CI/CD-driven automation to ensure high-quality, IEC 62304-compliant medical devices. You will collaborate closely with Product Owners, Developers, and DevOps engineers and play an active role in Agile transformation initiatives.

• Design, develop, and execute automated tests at unit, integration, and system levels for C++ software/Codebases.

• Build and maintain scalable, software-focused automation frameworks for complex C++ codebases.

• Translate software requirements and design documentation into robust automated test cases and verification logic.

• Partner with internal and external test teams to ensure testing activities meet product, quality, and regulatory expectations.

• Collaborate closely with Product Owners to shape and maintain Agile backlogs with a strong focus on software testability.

• Contribute to comprehensive test strategies, plans, and detailed functional test cases aligned with product requirements.

• Lead timely resolution of test issues through root-cause analysis and cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, and Regulatory teams.

• Ensure end-to-end traceability across requirements, test protocols, executions, and results to support audits and regulatory submissions.

• Champion a quality-first mindset and promote best practices across the development lifecycle.

• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous quality feedback.

• Support performance and security testing activities as needed.

• Execute design control activities to ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and other applicable medical device software standards.

• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

• Should have a minimum of min 3 to max 5+ years of hands-on experience in software testing or development with a strong focus on C++.

• Solid expertise in modern C++ (C++11/14/17).

• Hands-on experience with C++ testing frameworks such as gTest, gMock, VectorCAST/C++, CppUTest, or Catch2.

• Proven experience designing and automating unit, integration, and system-level tests for embedded C++ applications.

• Strong ability to validate complex logic, state machines, and error-handling mechanisms.

• Experience with mocking and stubbing software and hardware dependencies.

• Working knowledge of Python or Shell scripting for test execution and automation on Linux.

• Familiarity with test harness generation and code automation techniques.

Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving, Critical Thinking, Troubleshooting and analytical skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing cross-functional teams.

• Passion for learning emerging technologies and applying innovation in testing.

• Candidates with hands-on experience in any of the following domains are encouraged to apply:

• - Medical Devices / Healthcare Software (highly preferred).

• - Automotive / ADAS / AUTOSAR-based systems.

• - Industrial Automation / Robotics.

• - Safety-critical embedded systems.

• Experience working in regulated, safety-critical, or compliance-driven environments is a strong advantage.

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We believe in crafting the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

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Other reasons why you will love it here!

• Your Future: Major medical coverage + policy exclusions and insurance non-medical limit. Educational Assistance.

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Privilege Leave, Floater Leave.

• Your Wellbeing: Parents/Parents-in-Law’s Insurance (Employee Contribution of 8,000/- annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave.

• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)

• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship

• Extra Perks: Free Cab Transport Facility for all employees; One-Time Meal provided to all employees as per shift. Night shift allowances.

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