Capabilities
Roles We Recruit For.
Partner with Barrington James for specialist medtech hiring across SaMD, IVD, and connected health. We deliver a pipeline of qualified, engaged talent ready to bring your technology to market, on time and in compliance. Our placement track record includes:
Engineering & Development Roles
- Software Engineer (SaMD / IEC 62304)
- Embedded Systems Developer
- Systems Engineer
- Test & Validation Engineer
- Automation & Robotics Engineer
- Biomedical Engineer
- Hardware & Firmware Engineer (connected devices)
- Data Engineer — Diagnostics Platforms
Quality, Regulatory & Commercial Roles
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist (EU MDR / IVDR / SaMD)
- Quality Assurance Manager (ISO 13485)
- Clinical Affairs Manager
- Medical Science Liaison
- Field Applications Specialist — IVD
- Business Development Director — Medtech
- Health Economics & Market Access Lead
Regulatory Expertise
Regulatory Frameworks We Recruit Across.
Whether you're navigating FDA clearance in the US or IVDR compliance in Europe, our consultants understand the regulatory context behind every hire so you never have to explain it.
United States:
- FDA software guidance (SaMD / AI/ML-based SaMD)
- FDA De Novo classification
- 21 CFR Part 820 / QMSR transition
- CLIA (laboratory diagnostics)
- FDA IVD guidance
Europe & Global:
- EU MDR 2017/745 (SaMD provisions)
- EU IVDR 2017/746
- ISO 13485 quality systems
- IEC 62304 software lifecycle
- ISO 14971 risk management
- UKCA post-Brexit
Who We Partner With
Sub-Sectors We Cover.
Why Partner With Us?
Hiring Challenges We Solve.
Dual Expertise: Technology and Regulatory
SaMD and IVD professionals are rare precisely because the role demands fluency in two worlds simultaneously — software development or diagnostics science on one side, and EU MDR, IVDR, or IEC 62304 on the other. Our consultants identify candidates who genuinely hold both, not those who claim one and approximate the other.
Hiring at Speed Without Cutting Corners
Regulatory timelines don't flex. When you need a Quality Assurance Manager ahead of a Notified Body audit or a Regulatory Affairs Specialist before a CE mark submission, the cost of a slow hire is measured in months of delay. We maintain pre-qualified pipelines specifically for time-critical regulatory and quality roles.
Reaching Candidates Who Aren't Looking
The most experienced SaMD engineers, IVD scientists, and connected health specialists are almost never actively looking. They're employed, well-compensated, and selective. Reaching them requires a recruiter with genuine sector credibility and long-standing relationships — not a job board post.
Multi-Geography Hiring, Managed Centrally
Building teams across the US, UK, and Europe simultaneously introduces complexity around compensation benchmarking, regulatory framework differences, and candidate availability by market. We operate across all three regions with consultants who understand the local talent landscape in each.
Senior Regulatory and Quality Leadership Gaps
A gap at VP Regulatory Affairs or Head of Quality is never just an org chart problem — it's a compliance risk. We prioritise confidentiality, speed, and cultural fit when handling sensitive senior searches, and we keep you informed at every stage.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions.
Everything you need to know about our Medtech recruitment approach, from how we source niche talent to how we support hiring across permanent and contract roles. If you don’t see your question here, our specialists are always on hand to help.
What Is SaMD and Why Is It Hard to Recruit For?
Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) refers to software intended to be used for medical purposes without being part of a hardware device, think AI-powered diagnostic tools, clinical decision support systems, and remote monitoring apps. Recruiting for SaMD roles is challenging because candidates must combine software engineering competency with regulatory knowledge of IEC 62304 and FDA/EU guidance on AI/ML-based SaMD. This niche sits at the intersection of tech and medtech, and few agencies have the networks to source it effectively.
What Is the Difference Between EU MDR and IVDR and Do You Recruit Across Both?
EU MDR (2017/745) governs software and technology-driven medical technologies, while IVDR (2017/746) specifically covers in-vitro diagnostic products. Both came into full force between 2021 and 2022 and created significant demand for regulatory professionals with hands-on experience of each framework. Yes, Barrington James recruit across both EU MDR and IVDR, including Notified Body liaison specialists and Technical Documentation leads.
Do You Work With Both Start-Up Medtech Companies and Large Corporates?
Yes. Barrington James work across the full spectrum, from pre-revenue start-ups building their first regulatory team to multinational medtech companies scaling commercial operations across multiple geographies. Each engagement is tailored to the client's stage, culture, and hiring velocity.
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Looking For Medtech Talent Across SaMD, IVD, Connected health, Or Regulatory Functions?
Book a meeting with our Medtech practice or browse current Medtech vacancies.
Partner with our dedicated Medtech practice to attract, assess, and secure the talent driving innovation in your organisation.
- Talent pool development and pipeline build
- Market mapping and real-time talent insights
- Retained and executive search solutions
- Salary benchmarking and compensation advisory
With a global presence across three continents, Barrington James is always within reach, ready to support your hiring needs, wherever you are.