Software Engineer III - Embedded Systems

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.           

About the role:

At the Boston Scientific Interventional Oncology & Embolization (IO&E) franchise, within the Peripheral Intervention division, we design devices used by interventional radiologists in minimally invasive image-guided procedures. Our products include radioembolization (Y90), cryoablation systems, coils, particles & gels for embolization, as well as catheters and wires.  Join us in developing medical device products that save lives!

We are looking for a software engineer with software development experience in embedded Linux device design and user interface (UI) development using Qt to join our exciting and fast-paced development team. A successful candidate who joins us will be involved in all aspects of the system's software and product lifecycle. They will also interface with other teams, such as systems engineering, hardware engineering, and technicians from the field, to develop features and updates for the cryoablation family of devices. Our tools include C++, Qt, and Linux. Learn more about our cryoablation systems: https://www.bostonscientific.com/en-US/products/cryoablation.html.

Work Mode:

This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our Maple Grove, MN office at least three days per week.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Design, develop and maintain application and system software for our medical devices using C++ and Qt.
• Provide technical leadership for sustaining activities performed by a global team.
• Solve difficult problems and always strive to make things better and achieve engineering excellence.
• Partner with other teams including marketing, systems engineering, QA, hardware and regulatory to understand requirements and bring the best solutions forward.

Required qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline, with a strong software development background.
• 3+ years of post-graduate relevant experience.
• Working proficiency with Linux, C++, and Qt.
• Experience with at least one computing or scripting language such as Python.
• Excellent communication and people skills, ability to align stakeholders and develop strong relationships, coach stakeholders that are not digital-savvy and fully leverage their knowledge and support.
• Experience with security vulnerability impact analysis and secure design principles.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in a regulated environment (Medical device, aerospace, automotive industry, etc.).
• Strong analytical mindset - understands key impact on customers and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles and testing methodologies.
• Expertise in developing software using Scrum methodology.
• Experience working with third-party C++ libraries such as STL and Boost.
• Ability to define, promote, and support the principles and standards of enterprise architecture.
• Ability to consult and support multiple large, complex, cross-functional, or divisional projects.
• Ability to recognize architectural problem areas and determine ways to effectively resolve them.

Requisition ID: 603118 

Minimum Salary: $76000 

Maximum Salary: $144400 

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).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.