Firmware Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Lead firmware development activities across multiple medical device projects, ensuring high-quality, reliable, and efficient code implementation
• Design comprehensive firmware architecture that meets both performance and regulatory requirements
• Develop embedded software for medical devices primarily using the STM ecosystem (STM32 microcontrollers)
• Implement robust communication protocols and interfaces with other system components
• Lead the implementation of IEC 62304 standards within the firmware development process
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for regulatory submissions (Indian regulatory pathway and future FDA submissions)
• Develop validation and verification protocols to ensure firmware meets all functional and safety requirements
• Incorporate cybersecurity best practices into firmware design and implementation, particularly for integration of the medical device with a smartphone application
• Identify potential failure modes and implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• Mentor junior firmware engineers and provide technical guidance to the broader engineering team
• Work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in firmware development for medical devices or other regulated industries
• Proven expertise with STM32 microcontrollers and STM ecosystem (development tools, libraries, etc.)
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and designing for resource-constrained environments
• Solid understanding of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, USB)
• Knowledge of medical device regulatory standards, including IEC 62304, IEC 60601, and ISO 13485
• Experience with the full firmware development lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, implementation, testing, and maintenance
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical aspects of projects and mentor junior engineers
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex firmware issues
• Self-motivated with exceptional initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision in a startup-like environment
• Experience with regulatory submissions for medical devices is highly desirable

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