Principal Software Engineer

Innovation - Diversity - 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.

Principal Software Engineer - Urology Division

Arden Hills, MN or Marlborough, MA (Hybrid 3+ days per week)

About the role:

As a Principal Software Engineer in Boston Scientific's Urology Division, you will lead the design of advanced software solutions that power innovative medical devices and digital platforms aimed at transforming kidney stone care and improving patient outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to design and implement cutting-edge technologies and algorithms to solve real-world clinical challenges, directly impacting the quality of life for patients around the world.

You will leverage deep technical expertise in C++ application development, the Linux operating system, and cybersecurity to architect, develop, and deliver robust, secure, and scalable systems. Your work will span the full software development lifecycle - from concept through commercialization - within a highly regulated environment. As a technical leader and hands-on contributor, you will guide system integration, ensure compliance with medical device standards, and mentor technical teams.

This is a high-impact role for a collaborative, forward-thinking engineer who thrives in a mission-driven environment and is passionate about advancing urological health through technology.

Responsibilities:

• Architect, design, develop and release innovative high performance medical device software.
• Prototype and implement solutions in C++ ensuring high efficiency and maintainability.
• Provide technical leadership to the team in software design and best in class software development methodologies and practices.
• Partner with other teams including marketing, systems engineering, QA, hardware and regulatory to understand requirements and bring the best solutions forward.
• Lead and mentor a team of talented software engineers.
• Follow the full design life cycle process including driving efforts in requirements specification, design activities, planning, code reviews and creating corresponding artifacts.
• Promote a collaborative environment and pragmatic engineering decision-making.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to work processes, procedures, and tools.
• Support clinical staff in the field on use of medical software and troubleshooting of issues.
• Dedication to and enthusiasm for building products that save and improve lives.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related major
• 8+ years of software development with fluency coding in multiple programming languages
• 3+ years of software development experience in medical device, aerospace, automotive, or defense products (medical device preferred).
• Demonstrated technical leadership in leading projects throughout the software development lifecycle using Agile development and project management practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; Demonstrated technical leadership skills. Good organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Strong in solving complex problems and demonstrated ability to adapt, proactive and a positive influence on the rest of the team.
• Broad and deep technology experience including networking and cybersecurity.
• Expertise in Linux operating system deployment, customization, and security hardening.
• Proficiency in C++ (C++11 or newer), with experience developing coding standards and secure coding practices.
• Willingness to work Hybrid (3+ days per week) at our Arden Hills, MN site or our Marlborough, MA site

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with software configuration management tools for source code control (Git), issue tracking (Jira), requirements management (Cockpit), code review tools (Code Collaborator) and 3rd party project build tools
• Experience in the medical device industry
• Experience with medical device regulatory standards including IEC 62304, 60601, FDA 510(k), ISO 14971, 13485
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and standards

Requisition ID: 604457

Base Salary Range

Minimum Salary: $ 103700

Maximum Salary: $ 197000

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see 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 exempt roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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.

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