Firmware Engineer

Globus Medical • Audubon, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Firmware Engineer shall participate in research and product development activities ranging from product concept through transfer to manufacturing. This position will apply knowledge of engineering principles and practices for software development of implantable medical devices and accessories.

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar degree.
• Must have 3-5 experience in software design for embedded systems is required.
• Knowledge of C and an understanding of embedded firmware are required.
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, bus analyzers and logic analyzers is also required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in working in a high-reliability field such as automotive, aeronautical or medical is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Assembly, C++, C# and other relevant development languages is also desired.
• Hands on experience with ARM microcontrollers and wireless communication technology is preferred.
• It is preferred that this candidate has experience in implantable medical device development.
• Functional familiarity with the FDA Submission process, ISO Requirements and QSR requirements is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops embedded and PC-based software, which interacts with devices such as an implantable stimulator or wand.
• Development activities include definition of requirements, design and implementation, and verification and validation.
• Debug and analyze device issues and field returns.
• Develops software in a regulated environment in accordance with internal operating procedures and external standards and regulations.
• Conducts cross-functional reviews of software development at appropriate times in the development cycle.
• Significantly self-directed.
• Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results.
• Proactively identifies areas of developmental risk and communicates these to management accordingly.
• Responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and directing significant engineering development or a number of small projects with many complex features, utilizing internal and external resources.
• Guides the transition of advanced technologies into final products.
• Works closely with other product development team members to assure that their designs interface properly with other system components and to ensure that the overall system meets its performance requirements.
• Assesses new technologies via reviews of the state of the art or by performing proof of concept work.
• The results of this assessment must be communicated to the software team or other members of the development organization.
• Contributes to the intellectual property base of the Company via active communication of new concepts to Management.
• Works in accordance with quality system procedures and actively enforces its objectives.
• Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies.
• Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role.
• Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level