As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

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.

Job Description

As a Software Engineer, you will focus on testing individual software applications, their integration with other modules, and their performance on real hardware systems. You will play an important role in formal verification and validation, helping ensure software meets defined requirements before product release.

The role offers a mix of hands-on testing, structured problem-solving, defect investigation and collaboration with technical colleagues across different disciplines and locations. You will also have opportunities to develop your knowledge of automated testing within a regulated product environment.

Maine responsibilities will include:

• Define and maintain test cases based on product requirements, technical specifications and customer workflows.
• Test software applications individually and as part of integrated systems, including testing on physical hardware.
• Perform and document formal verification and validation activities to support product releases.
• Plan assigned testing activities and monitor progress against agreed test schedules.
• Identify and document software defects, investigate issues with technical colleagues and confirm fixes through retesting.
• Apply relevant regulatory requirements and the applicable quality management system throughout testing activities.
• Analyse system behaviour and test results to support effective troubleshooting and reliable software performance.
• Contribute to improvements in testing approaches, including opportunities to expand automated testing.

About you:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or another relevant technical discipline.
• At least four years of relevant engineering experience, including practical software testing experience.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to approach testing in a structured, systematic and detail-focused way.
• Confident written and spoken English, with the ability to work effectively with developers, functional analysts, product owners and technical teams locally and internationally.
• Experience working with databases and SQL; familiarity with Azure DevOps for test management would be an advantage.
• Interest in automated software testing, with experience using tools such as Selenium, SpecFlow or Playwright welcomed but not essential.

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

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

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.

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Primary Work Location

NLD Drachten - Marconilaan

Additional Locations

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NL 40 Hr M8T8W8T8F8 (Netherlands)

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Salary Range Information

€58,800.00 - €89,700.00 EUR Annual