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A Day in the Life

Medtronic is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Affera Mapping and Ablation System Software Team. This role is pivotal in designing and developing intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that enhance the usability and functionality of our advanced medical devices.

The Senior Software Engineer will be a key player in the Affera Software Team, working on cutting-edge technology in the electrophysiology field. This role offers a rare chance to be at the forefront of developing a groundbreaking technology that can disrupt the industry. The ideal candidate is deeply passionate about crafting innovative solutions that enhance user experiences and make a tangible difference in patients' lives.

They should possess expert-level proficiency in Python and C++, and have a deep understanding of software engineering principles, including object-oriented design, data structures, algorithms, and software architecture. The candidate should have a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering large-scale projects, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make critical technical decisions.

Experience with embedded systems is beneficial, as well as a solid understanding of network communication protocols and technologies. The candidate should be skilled in developing and debugging software that interfaces with hardware components.

Experience with regulatory compliance and security protocols specific to medical software (e.g., HIPAA, FDA regulations) is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver at heart, adept at diagnosing and resolving complex problems while optimizing for performance. With a passion for continuous learning and improvement, they stay ahead of the curve, leveraging the latest technologies and methodologies to drive efficiency and innovation within the software development team.

About the Affera Mapping and Ablation System

The Affera Mapping and Ablation System is an innovative medical technology designed to treat patients with cardiac arrhythmias. The system involves advanced mapping techniques to create detailed images of the heart's electrical activity, helping physicians identify abnormal areas causing arrhythmias. Once identified, the Affera Ablation System delivers targeted energy to disrupt these abnormal signals, restoring normal heart rhythm.

*This role will sit onsite at 320 Nevada St. #401, Newton, MA 02460 with the potential to work a hybrid schedule*

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex software systems, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability


• Develop and debug software for embedded systems, ensuring seamless integration with hardware components


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, product managers, and quality assurance, to define software requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.


• Optimize software performance, ensuring low latency, high reliability, and scalability


• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.


• Mentor and guide junior software engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.


• Implement and maintain robust software testing strategies, including unit, integration, and automated testing to ensure high-quality code


• Document software designs, coding practices, and development workflows to maintain high levels of clarity and consistency within the team.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, providing timely and effective solutions.


• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, continuously improving the software development process.


• Attend and participate in pre-clinical in-vivo system evaluations.


• Participate in laboratory demonstrations for internal stakeholders and clinicians.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 2 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in Python and C++


• Deep understanding of software engineering principles, including architecture, data structures and algorithms


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment


• Extensive experience in software development, with a strong background in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex software systems


• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make critical technical decisions


• Extensive experience in real-time software development and optimization


• Experience with ROS, embedded systems and/or real-time operating systems


• Solid understanding of network communication protocols and technologies


• Experience with software version control systems, such as Git


• Experience with Agile development methodologies


• Experience with cloud-based platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure)


• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and practices, including automated testing and deployment


• Proficiency with development of software on Linux operating system

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$120,000.00 - $180,000.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

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About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

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