Sr R&D Technician

Company: Imperative Care
Location: Campbell
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Title: Sr R&D Technician This position is based in our Campbell, California offices. This position is on-site, full-time. Why Imperative Care? Do you want to make a real impact on patients? As part of our team at Imperative Care, you can help elevate care for patients suffering from stroke and other devastating vascular diseases. Every day, the technologies that we develop at Imperative Care directly impact people at the most vulnerable moments of their lives. Our focus is on the needs of the patient, and they come first in everything we do. What You’ll Do The Senior R&D Technician is a highly skilled technical role responsible for completing tasks related to product research and development, such as prototyping new products or processes in collaboration with R&D engineers and cross-functional teams involved in transitioning products from ideation to manufacturing. This individual is resourceful, demonstrates a high degree of initiative and independence, and excels at turning abstract concepts into tangible product components through their expertise. Actively participate in the design and development of new concepts, building prototypes/catheters and testing new designs, ideas and processes. Assist in the development of assembly and test procedures, performing in-vitro/bench tests and documenting results (familiarity with MS office suite preferred). Conduct design/process qualification catheter builds, execute testing according to protocol, and document results. Familiarity with operating R&D equipment (hot boxes, adhesives, soldering, bonding, fuse joining, microscope/vision systems and extra bonus if experienced with vertical laminator, coiler, braider, Instron) Ability to perform testing independently with tensile, balloon testing, fatigue or other tests related to medical device, or any regulated technology What You’ll Bring A minimum of 4 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Should possess strong math skills Familiar operating R&D equipment (hot boxes, adhesives, soldering, bonding, fuse joining). Knowledge of materials (Polymers, Metals, Chemicals) as it relates to medical devices. Ability to perform testing independently with tensile, balloon testing, fatigue or other tests related to medical device, or any regulated technology. Good written and verbal communication skills. Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft office products. Employee Benefits include a stake in our collective success with stock options, bonus, competitive salaries, a 401k plan, health benefits, generous PTO, and a parental leave program. Join Us! Imperative Care Salary Range: $41.50-54.00/hr Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Imperative Care considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity, as well as location, market and business considerations when extending an offer. As part of our total rewards package, Imperative Care offers comprehensive benefits including a 401k plan, bonus, health benefits, generous PTO, a parental leave program and emotional health resources. The use of external recruiters/staffing agencies requires prior approval from our Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department at Imperative Care requests that external recruiters/staffing agencies not to contact Imperative Care employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. Complying with this request will be a factor in determining future professional relationships with Imperative Care. Imperative Care will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates themselves for either current or future positions. Submission of unsolicited resumes in advance of an agreement between the Human Resources Department and the external recruiter/staffing agency does not create any implied obligation on the part of Imperative Care. Powered by JazzHR Aum1MTEYgY

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