The Role
Develops and owns manufacturing software and hardware-in-the-loop test systems for a novel surgical robot. Responsibilities include defining test strategies, developing and validating robotic assembly tests, debugging electromechanical systems, analyzing production data, managing software releases, supporting test fixtures, and partnering with R&D, Quality, and Production. The role requires Python and C++, industrial communication protocols, instrumentation, software validation, and hands-on hardware/software integration experience.
Summary Generated by Built In
There is no playbook for what we're building. Capstan is bringing a first-of-its-kind surgical robot to
patients, and the way to build and test it at scale doesn't exist yet – you'll help invent it. This isn't
maintaining tests for a mature product on a settled line. You'll join a newly formed team that works
alongside R&D while the design is still evolving, defining from first principles how we prove a novel
robot is ready for the patient, every single time.
In this role, you'll own the software and test systems that make that proof possible – from
subassemblies through full system integration. Working at the interface of hardware and software,
you'll partner with R&D to turn evolving design requirements into robust, validated manufacturing tests.
You'll architect and develop the hardware-in-the-loop systems that automate how we test, bring up the
fixtures that run them, and make sure every test software change reaches the production line cleanly.
You'll thrive here if you love getting your hands on real hardware, debugging across mechanical,
electrical, and software boundaries, and letting data drive your decisions.
patients, and the way to build and test it at scale doesn't exist yet – you'll help invent it. This isn't
maintaining tests for a mature product on a settled line. You'll join a newly formed team that works
alongside R&D while the design is still evolving, defining from first principles how we prove a novel
robot is ready for the patient, every single time.
In this role, you'll own the software and test systems that make that proof possible – from
subassemblies through full system integration. Working at the interface of hardware and software,
you'll partner with R&D to turn evolving design requirements into robust, validated manufacturing tests.
You'll architect and develop the hardware-in-the-loop systems that automate how we test, bring up the
fixtures that run them, and make sure every test software change reaches the production line cleanly.
You'll thrive here if you love getting your hands on real hardware, debugging across mechanical,
electrical, and software boundaries, and letting data drive your decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Define, from first principles, how a first-of-its-kind surgical robot is tested in production – there
is no industry template to copy, so you'll shape the test strategy, architecture, and standards the
team builds on
• Develop manufacturing tests for robotic subassemblies and systems, working closely with R&D
from early development through design transfer
• Own and maintain deployed manufacturing tests, including updates, bug fixes, and support on
the production line
• Derive manufacturing software test requirements from higher-level product and design
requirements provided by R&D, with traceability between them
• Lead verification and validation of manufacturing test software, including protocols, execution,
and reports
• Design and develop hardware-in-the-loop test systems to automate software and hardware
testing
• Develop test methods at the hardware/software interface, such as brake calibration, encoder
and brake health checks, and motion and sensor characterization
• Implement tools to retrieve and analyze device and controller data (eg. logs and diagnostics
over EtherCAT)
• Support bring-up, debug, and commissioning of manufacturing test fixtures and equipment
• Deliver manufacturing test readiness on schedule for planned development, verification, and
clinical builds
• Manage test software releases so that updates are versioned, verified before reaching the line,
and rolled out without disrupting production
• Analyze test data using scripting tools (eg. Python) to identify trends, anomalies, and yield
drivers
• Influence firmware/software teams to implement diagnostic hooks and manufacturing-friendly
features
• Document and communicate work through design reviews and released documents as part of
the product development process
• Identify gaps and pitch in as needed to ensure the team meets its goals and objectives
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians in test development, debugging, and best practices
is no industry template to copy, so you'll shape the test strategy, architecture, and standards the
team builds on
• Develop manufacturing tests for robotic subassemblies and systems, working closely with R&D
from early development through design transfer
• Own and maintain deployed manufacturing tests, including updates, bug fixes, and support on
the production line
• Derive manufacturing software test requirements from higher-level product and design
requirements provided by R&D, with traceability between them
• Lead verification and validation of manufacturing test software, including protocols, execution,
and reports
• Design and develop hardware-in-the-loop test systems to automate software and hardware
testing
• Develop test methods at the hardware/software interface, such as brake calibration, encoder
and brake health checks, and motion and sensor characterization
• Implement tools to retrieve and analyze device and controller data (eg. logs and diagnostics
over EtherCAT)
• Support bring-up, debug, and commissioning of manufacturing test fixtures and equipment
• Deliver manufacturing test readiness on schedule for planned development, verification, and
clinical builds
• Manage test software releases so that updates are versioned, verified before reaching the line,
and rolled out without disrupting production
• Analyze test data using scripting tools (eg. Python) to identify trends, anomalies, and yield
drivers
• Influence firmware/software teams to implement diagnostic hooks and manufacturing-friendly
features
• Document and communicate work through design reviews and released documents as part of
the product development process
• Identify gaps and pitch in as needed to ensure the team meets its goals and objectives
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians in test development, debugging, and best practices
What you'll need:
•Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics,
Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience, medical device or similar safety critical system
experience preferred (higher degree can offset years of experience)
• Experience with Python and C++
• Proficiency with software development practices: version control (Git), code reviews, and
release management
• Proven experience working at the hardware/software interface – motors, encoders, brakes,
sensors, and motion control
• Experience designing and building hardware-in-the-loop or automated test systems
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (eg. EtherCAT, CAN, serial) and lab
instrumentation (DAQs, power supplies, oscilloscopes)
• Hands-on debugging of integrated electro-mechanical systems using schematics, logs, and
instrumentation
• Experience deriving test requirements and writing and executing test protocols and reports
• Familiarity with Linux and robotics software frameworks (eg. ROS) preferred
• Familiarity with medical device regulations and software validation (eg. ISO 13485, IEC 62304, 21
CFR 820) preferred
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Production teams
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Eagerness to learn and push the envelope to bring a novel surgical robotic platform to market
• Be an early member of a newly formed team and help take a novel surgical robot from
prototype to production – the systems you build will set the standard for how every future
robot is tested
• We offer a fun, fast-paced, collaborative environment where you will be working on
transformational technologies in the cardiac healthcare space that can make a meaningful
impact for patients
• We offer outstanding benefits with medical, dental, and vision covered at 100% for you and
your family, as well as flex time off
• We thrive in our work-hard, play-hard environment. Bring your bike or running shoes if you'd
like or just be ready to enjoy a fun office outing. We enjoy time inside the office and out!
prototype to production – the systems you build will set the standard for how every future
robot is tested
• We offer a fun, fast-paced, collaborative environment where you will be working on
transformational technologies in the cardiac healthcare space that can make a meaningful
impact for patients
• We offer outstanding benefits with medical, dental, and vision covered at 100% for you and
your family, as well as flex time off
• We thrive in our work-hard, play-hard environment. Bring your bike or running shoes if you'd
like or just be ready to enjoy a fun office outing. We enjoy time inside the office and out!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
- Experience with Python and C++
- Proficiency with version control, code reviews, and release management
- Experience working at the hardware/software interface with motors, encoders, brakes, sensors, and motion control
- Experience designing and building hardware-in-the-loop or automated test systems
- Experience with industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT, CAN, or serial communication
- Experience with lab instrumentation including DAQs, power supplies, and oscilloscopes
- Hands-on debugging of integrated electromechanical systems using schematics, logs, and instrumentation
- Experience deriving test requirements and writing and executing test protocols and reports
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Production teams
- Medical device or similar safety-critical systems experience
- Familiarity with Linux and robotics software frameworks such as ROS
- Familiarity with medical device regulations and software validation, including ISO 13485, IEC 62304, or 21 CFR 820
- Hands-on, detail-oriented, independent work style in a fast-paced environment
- Ability and willingness to mentor junior engineers and technicians
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The Company
What We Do
Capstan Medical is a developer of robotic-enabled, minimally invasive solutions for treating structural heart disease. By merging surgical robotics with catheter-based technology and next-generation implants, the company aims to provide a patient-optimized approach to repair and replace heart valves, offering a significantly less invasive alternative to traditional open-heart surgery to improve patient outcomes and reduce recovery times.
