Principal Engineer - Medical Devices Firmware Development

As the Senior / Firmware Architect for Medical Devices, you will be responsible for designing and architecting embedded software systems from concept to production. Your role will involve leading and mentoring a team of embedded software engineers, developing and maintaining embedded software architectures and design patterns, and optimizing software for performance, reliability, and power consumption. You will also conduct code reviews, ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices, and interface with hardware engineers to define system requirements and specifications. Additionally, you will develop and execute testing and validation plans for embedded software, stay updated with the latest advancements in embedded systems, and incorporate relevant technologies. Documentation of software design and development processes will be a crucial aspect of your role. Key Responsibilities: - Design and architect embedded software systems from concept to production - Lead and mentor a team of embedded software engineers - Develop and maintain embedded software architectures and design patterns - Optimize software for performance, reliability, and power consumption - Conduct code reviews and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices - Interface with hardware engineers to define system requirements and specifications - Develop and execute testing and validation plans for embedded software - Stay updated with the latest advancements in embedded systems and incorporate relevant technologies - Document software design and development processes Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field - Over 12 years of experience in embedded software development and architecture - Proficiency in Embedded firmware using embedded C, C++, and assembly languages - Extensive experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded Linux - Strong knowledge of microcontroller/microprocessor architectures - Experience with communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, SPI, UART, USB, etc. - Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills - Proven track record of leading and managing engineering teams - Strong communication and documentation skills - Professional certifications in embedded systems or software architecture would be a plus Additional Details: - Adaptability to manage and coordinate cross-functional demands during product development and maintenance is essential for success in this role - Preferred skills include experience with hardware design and schematic review, knowledge of modern software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum, and familiarity with version control systems like Git - An understanding of safety-critical systems and compliance standards is desirable - Experience in New Product Development (NPD) of medical devices, strong experience in Renal Care, and usability analysis are considered differentiators for this role,