Edinburgh Jobs: Spacelabs Adds 30 Software and Cyber Roles
UK jobs for foreigners and locals: Spacelabs Healthcare is creating 30 software and cybersecurity jobs in Edinburgh after an £8.7m investment.
UKIn brief
- Spacelabs Healthcare has invested £8.7 million in new offices and labs at Edinburgh Park.
- It will create 30 jobs, mainly in software engineering and cybersecurity, taking its team from 22 to 52.
- Scottish Enterprise is supporting the move with a £3.1 million grant.
- The company says it may grow its Edinburgh operation by a further 20–30%.
| Country | UK |
|---|---|
| Organization | Spacelabs Healthcare (OSI Systems) |
| Official source | Daily Business – Spacelabs doubling jobs at new Edinburgh base ✓ dailybusinessgroup.co.uk |
Tech talent looking for Edinburgh jobs has a new opportunity in medical technology. US firm Spacelabs Healthcare is creating 30 jobs, mostly in software engineering and cybersecurity, after investing £8.7 million in a new base at Edinburgh Park. The move more than doubles its Scottish team, from 22 to 52 people.
What has Spacelabs announced?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Spacelabs Healthcare, part of OSI Systems |
| Location | Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh |
| Investment | £8.7 million |
| New jobs | 30 |
| Main skills | Software engineering, cybersecurity |
| Team size | From 22 to 52 |
| Public support | £3.1 million grant from Scottish Enterprise |
The new office and lab is about four times bigger than its old base in Moray Place. Spacelabs has been in Edinburgh for almost 40 years.
What does Spacelabs do?
Spacelabs develops patient monitoring and diagnostic cardiology technology used in hospitals worldwide. Its Edinburgh team works on research and development for the next generation of these products.
Could there be more jobs later?
Yes. The company says it is already considering growing the Edinburgh operation by a further 20–30% as it keeps investing in technology. OSI Systems CEO Ajay Mehra said Edinburgh's highly trained workforce was a key reason for investing.
Which roles are likely?
Medtech software teams typically hire:
- Embedded and application software engineers
- Cybersecurity engineers and analysts
- Test and verification engineers
- DevOps and cloud engineers
- Regulatory and quality specialists
These are typical roles for this kind of team, not a confirmed vacancy list.
How do I apply?
Look for Edinburgh vacancies on the careers pages of Spacelabs Healthcare and its parent company, OSI Systems.
What it means for job seekers
- Edinburgh's medtech sector is growing, backed by Scottish Enterprise.
- Software and cyber skills are in demand in healthcare technology.
- Overseas engineers may need a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by the employer.
- More Scotland hiring: SSE's Coire Glas project could support 2,880 jobs.
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Frequently asked questions
How many jobs is Spacelabs creating in Edinburgh?
30 new jobs, mostly in software engineering and cybersecurity, increasing its Edinburgh team from 22 to 52.
Where is Spacelabs' Edinburgh office?
At Edinburgh Park, in a refurbished office about four times bigger than its previous base in Moray Place.
What does Spacelabs Healthcare do?
It develops patient monitoring and diagnostic cardiology technology and is part of Nasdaq-listed OSI Systems.
Is Spacelabs getting government support?
Yes. Scottish Enterprise has provided a £3.1 million grant towards the investment.
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