Senior Systems Engineer

Boston Scientific • Arden Hills, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Boston Scientific was recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Workplaces for Engineers in 2026, reflecting a culture where engineers do meaningful work. We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the development of complex active implantable urology systems. In this role, you will lead system-level definition, architecture, requirements, and integration activities from concept through commercialization. The Systems Engineer balances clinical user needs, technical feasibility, risk, and business objectives to deliver high-quality, compliant product solutions across implantable and external system components. This role plays a critical part in advancing innovative therapies that improve patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (systems, electrical, mechanical, biomedical, or related field)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in product development within a regulated industry (medical device or automotive preferred; other regulated industries considered)
• Experience with requirements management, system architecture, and systems integration
• Knowledge of design controls, risk management, and verification and validation processes
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in engineering or related field
• Experience with active implantable medical devices or complex electromechanical systems
• Familiarity with human factors and usability engineering processes
• Experience supporting regulatory submissions or interactions with the FDA or notified bodies
• Experience working within a regulated quality system environment (e.g., ISO 13485)

Responsibilities

• Translate user needs and clinical requirements into system and subsystem requirements across implantable and external systems
• Define system architecture, interfaces, and functional partitioning for active implantable platforms
• Maintain end-to-end traceability across user needs, system requirements, design outputs, verification, and validation
• Identify, assess, and manage system-level risks using hazard analysis, DFMEA, and use-related risk methodologies
• Support system integration planning, execution, and characterization activities
• Ensure system testability and contribute to system-level verification and validation strategies
• Evaluate the impact of design changes across the full system and recommend appropriate actions
• Serve as the systems engineering representative on cross-functional product development teams
• Generate and maintain system documentation in compliance with the Quality Management System
• Mentor and guide engineers in systems engineering principles, tools, and best practices

Benefits

• The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role.
• Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs.
• At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.
• Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
• Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees