Thaumatec

Thaumatec is a Poland-based HealthTech and MedTech software specialist founded in 2014. The company started as an embedded software development shop in Wrocław and has since expanded to 90+ employees across Poland and the Netherlands. Their focus shifted firmly toward health tech after 2020, when founder Barend Smet's family members were diagnosed with MS and Parkinson's. Today, Thaumatec works across the full stack: from firmware and IoT device development through cloud platforms and AI integration, all delivered under strict medical device compliance frameworks (ISO 13485, IEC 62304).

Services and capabilities

Thaumatec splits its offerings into six main areas. Innovation Consulting draws on their HealthTech Innovation Accelerator program to help clients define and design IoMT and AI solutions from concept. Embedded System Development covers prototyping, hardware design, firmware development, embedded QA, and security. IoMT Cloud Services includes edge and cloud architecture, plus front-end, back-end, and database work. Artificial Intelligence spans AI consulting, data engineering, machine learning, statistical modeling, model operationalization, and data visualization. Compliance & Cyber Security focuses on medical device regulations (ISO 13485, IEC 62304) and IoT security (ISO 27001). They also offer IT Maintenance under ITIL standards, including incident and change request management.

The company holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2022, and ISO 13485:2016 certifications. They've built an in-house accelerator framework and toolbox for medical QMS, and in 2023 launched the Thaumatec HealthTech Academy to work with universities, students, and startups.

Notable work

Thaumatec's portfolio includes several medical device projects. For SmartQare, they developed a patient monitoring arm band (MDR Class IIa, FDA-cleared). The band features continuous 24/7 monitoring of heart rate, oxygen saturation, temperature, and activity via PPG, accelerometer, temperature, and pressure sensors. Thaumatec handled full firmware development, architecture design, technology selection, testing, QA, and CI/CD setup. The solution also includes a cloud portal and mobile app. A SmartQare co-founder noted: "Thaumatec was the only company that fulfilled the requirement of in-depth know-how of embedded software development and the proper QMS according to ISO13485 and IEC62304."

For Chrono Eyewear, they worked on an AI-driven light therapy platform using smart glasses to influence the body's natural circadian rhythm through data-driven light therapy. The company applied expertise in connectivity, AI, and prototyping. For a German startup, Thaumatec built an AI-driven video platform for automated analysis of mouse behavior in laboratory environments, using computer vision and machine learning to detect animals and track movement patterns. They've also delivered an in-vitro tool calibration platform connected to the cloud for centralized laboratory data access, a surgical camera system for operating theater use, a label-free biosensing platform for detecting microelements and biomolecules, and a portable fluorometer for fluoride measurements.

How they work

Thaumatec operates with a management team of five: Barend Smet (President, 20+ years in international management and IT entrepreneurship), Maciej Stachura (CEO, 23 years in software engineering including roles at Siemens and GlobalLogic), Dmytro Shestachuk (CTO, expert in embedded and IoMT architecture), Paweł Bryła (Chief Quality Officer, 12 years in telecom and IoMT QA), and Dariusz Wróblewski (Head of Delivery, responsible for project execution). The team operates from offices in Wrocław and Eindhoven. Engagement appears flexible—the source does not specify fixed pricing models or minimum contract terms, but client testimonials mention strong communication and efficient handoffs. The accelerator program suggests Thaumatec also works with early-stage startups on structured engagements.

Team and credentials

Thaumatec has 90+ employees as of 2024. The company holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2022, and ISO 13485:2016 certifications. They were honored by 9 MedTech Associations as of 2023. Client testimonials come from SmartQare, Chrono Eyewear, K2 Sciences, YoniCore, Ai.vocate, Nilotech, Tascent, Stressie Inc., and Enlaye. The advisory board includes Jan-Willem Deutekom, a co-founder with board positions at Siemens, Vodafone, and other multinationals. The company operates two registered entities in Poland and one in the Netherlands (Eindhoven), suggesting regional sales and delivery presence.