This job posting is anticipated to close on Jun 19 2026. We may however extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.
Description
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Job Function:
R&D Product DevelopmentJob Sub Function:
RoboticsJob Category:
Scientific/TechnologyAll Job Posting Locations:
Santa Clara, California, United States of AmericaJob Description:
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of MedTech surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our MedTech Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.
Your outstanding talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech.
We are searching for the best talent for a Systems Test Engineer position, to be located in Santa Clara, CA.
Purpose:
The Systems Test Engineer is responsible for system level testing and characterization of capital equipment products that consist of software, electrical, and electro-mechanical subsystems. You will participate with multi-functional teams to design, develop, and test groundbreaking medical devices! This is an excellent opportunity for you to have a key role bringing exciting new products to market while also providing the opportunity for professional growth!
You will understand the system from both a technical perspective and the user’s viewpoint, and drive development and performance of the Monarch system. We are looking for a candidate who can work independently and function well within a team. The candidate is flexible, self-motivated, curious and passionate about revolutionizing the world of medical robotics.
We are a technology company defining the future of medical intervention. By combining advancements in medical robotics, instrumentation, navigation and data science, we are building a platform technology capable of expanding the applicability of robotics to a spectrum of medical procedures.
Responsibilities
- Develop complex test methods to accurately characterize and verify the system design against performance requirements.
- Serve as a liaison between clinical/marketing, program management, and the engineering design teams.
- Serve as a cross-functional lead championing system performance characterization and Design Verification testing
- Lead Design Verification phase for various New Product Development Projects
- Provide guidance to junior members in the team
- Perform testing, analyze results, and make data-based recommendations to the team.
- Build prototypes and fixtures for data acquisition and analysis.
- Work cross-disciplinarily to provide hands-on system troubleshooting and debugging.
- Utilize sound engineering methods and documentation processes to perform design reviews and failure mode analyses.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s or equivalent University Degree required: a focus in Biomedical, Electrical, Computer Science, Mechanical or any related engineering field. Is strongly preferred. A Master's or equivalent in Biomedical, Electrical, Computer Science, Mechanical or any related engineering field is preferred.
Required:
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience in industry or in a research environment.
- Knowledge of mechanical design, mechatronics, systems and sensors, and/or electronics and software.
- Proven track record in leading Design Verification testing, performance characterization, and requirements management for a complex Product.
- Proficiency in developing complex test methods including fixturing, and instrumentation.
- Proficiency in statistics analysis.
- Experience in developing automated or semi-automated test methods.
- Experience in using Instrumentation and data acquisition systems for performance testing.
- Intermediate Python or MATLAB coding experience.
- Experience with Linux and development in Linux environments.
- Experience in methodical problem solving and root cause analysis
- Knowledge of FDA and ISO regulations preferred (i.e. FDA CFR Part 820 and/or ISO
- 13485).
- Ability to work independently as well as on a multifunctional team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Proficiency with Python, MATLab, SQL, or C++.
- Experience with understanding Robotic Control Algorithms
- Proficiency with SolidWorks.
- Experience in the medical device industry.
Other:
- May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sites
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$106,000.00 - $170,200.00Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

