Principal, Software Engineer

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs.
• Assoc.+9 yrs.; M.S.+2 yrs.; PhD+0 yrs.)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience

• Technical Development Methodology for Medical Devices (21 CFR 820.30, ISO 13485)
• Systems Engineering or Risk Management for Medical Device (ISO 14971)
• Medical Device Software – Software Life Cycle Processes (IEC 62304)
• Regulations and Guidelines associated with software development for medical device
• Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, Excel, Visio)
• Must have C++, C# development experience.
• Must have a background with hardware/software interfaces within RTOS and Windows environments.
• Highly desired skills: MatLAB, LabView, FPGA, Firmware, and experience with camera interactions and interfaces.
• Familiar with object-oriented software design and large software architecture.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, proactively identify issues, recommend, and implement solutions, and deliver quality
• results on schedule while managing multiple tasks and internal customers.
• Solid understanding of Window operating environments (Win11, Win10, etc.)
• Experience with one or more software configuration management systems and related tools, such as: AWS DevOps,

• Knowledge of networking and cybersecurity concepts are a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studios or other integrated development environment (IDE) tools
• Prior experience creating and executing software testing at unit, sub-system, integration, and system levels.
• Familiar with FDA/ISO regulations for software development and/or EUMDR, prefer including IEC 62304
• Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle Management (SDLC) – (Agile/Scrum, iterative)
• Good interpersonal & Communication skills to build positive departmental and inter-departmental relationships in a
• virtual, remote, and asynchronous environment.
• Medical device experience is preferred

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The salary range posted represents the anticipated hiring range for this role.

Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location, and internal equity, and may fall outside the posted range.

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