Sr Software Engineer: Embedded C++
About The Position
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission—to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most. Our Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Operating Unit provides innovative technologies that support clinicians in treating sinus, otology, head and neck, skull base, airway, and related conditions. Our ENT technology includes powered instruments, image-guided surgical systems, and sinus implants that enhance precision, safety, and efficiency across both office and operating room settings—helping improve patient outcomes in a complex and evolving specialty. Check us out on LinkedIn: Medtronic ENT At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. We’re working onsite 4 days a week to drive performance, foster an environment of belonging, and collaborate to inspire as we engineer the extraordinary. The Senior Embedded Software Engineer , you will lead the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software for our next-generation medical devices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, efficient, and high-quality software solutions that meet regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or a PhD
- 4+ years of experience in embedded software development, including significant experience with C and C++.
- Developed and reviewed documentation according to medical device regulatory standards (e.g., IEC 62304).
- Proven track record of leading software architecture and development for embedded systems.
- Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS), microcontrollers, and hardware/software interfaces.
- Experience in regulated environments (medical device experience preferred).
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
- Experience with ARM Cortex, ST Microelectronics, ADI Sharc, or other microcontroller platforms.
- Familiarity with software development tools (e.g., Git, Azure DevOps, static analysis tools).
- Knowledge of medical device standards and FDA regulations.
- For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience developing embedded software in Rust.
Responsibilities
- Lead the architecture, development, and integration of embedded software systems for medical devices.
- Design and implement software in C and C++ for real-time embedded platforms.
- Drive technical decisions and mentor junior engineers.
- Collaborate with hardware, systems, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance.
- Develop and review documentation according to medical device regulatory standards (e.g., IEC 62304).
- Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and debugging to ensure software reliability and performance.
- Participate in risk analysis, requirements definition, and design reviews.
- Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
Benefits
- Health, Dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability leave
- Dependent daycare spending account
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement
- Simple Steps (global well-being program)
- Incentive plans
- 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
- Short-term disability
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
- Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
