Apprentice - Software Engineer

Location: Bangalore (or applicable location)

Duration: 12 Months (Apprenticeship Program)

Job Overview

We are seeking enthusiastic Apprentice Trainees to join our engineering teams as part of a 1-year apprenticeship program. This role is intended for graduates in Computer Science / Information Science / Information Technology / Electronics Communication Engineering, who are interested in working on testing and validation of medical instruments and software systems.

The apprentice will gain hands-on experience in medical device testing, validation processes, and quality standards, working closely with experienced engineers in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform functional, integration, and system-level testing of medical instruments and associated software. Willingness to perform Manual , Automation , Instrumentation Performance Testing.

Support execution of test cases, test plans, and validation protocols

Assist in verification and validation (VV) activities for medical devices

Identify, log, and track defects using defect management tools

Support automation of test scenarios, where applicable

Work with cross-functional teams .

Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory guidelines (e.g., ISO, FDA-related practices as applicable)

Document test results, observations, and deviations in a structured manner

Assist in troubleshooting issues observed during testing and validation phases

Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and tools

Learning Development

Gain exposure to medical device lifecycle, compliance, and regulatory testing environments

Learn industry-standard practices for quality assurance, validation, and documentation

Develop hands-on experience with testing tools, lab setups, and instrumentation

Receive mentorship and periodic performance feedback

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor s degree (B.E / B.Tech) in:

o Computer Science

o Information Science

o Information Technology

o Electronics Communication

Strong academic background

Basic understanding of software testing principles or electronics fundamentals

Required Skills

Analytical thinking and attention to detail (critical for testing and validation work)

Basic programming knowledge (C/C++/Python/Java) is a plus

Understanding of testing concepts (manual testing, test cases, defect tracking)

Strong documentation and reporting skills

Good communication and teamwork abilities

Willingness to learn and work in a regulated medical device environment

Preferred Skills (Optional)

Exposure to embedded systems, instrumentation, or hardware testing

Familiarity with test automation frameworks or scripting

Awareness of quality and regulatory standards (ISO 13485, FDA basics, etc.)

Experience with tools like Jira, ADO, or similar test/defect tracking tools

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