Senior Software Engineer, Advanced Development
ZOLL Medical Corporation
Summary
As a member of the leading-edge Advanced Development team in the Research and Development (R&D) organization, the Senior Software Engineer - Advanced Development is responsible for providing technical and project leadership in software development as well as prototyping and developing software, including both application and embedded system level code, for new life saving technologies that advance the practice of resuscitation. Responsible for performing work within the Advanced Development team and collaborating with cross-functional team members in scientific affairs, product development, marketing, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing.
Job description
Job Summary
As a member of the leading-edge Advanced Development team in the Research and Development (R&D) organization, the Senior Software Engineer - Advanced Development is responsible for providing technical and project leadership in software development as well as prototyping and developing software, including both application and embedded system level code, for new life saving technologies that advance the practice of resuscitation. Responsible for performing work within the Advanced Development team and collaborating with cross-functional team members in scientific affairs, product development, marketing, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing.
Essential Functions
- Leads in the development of software solutions for algorithms and technologies within the Advanced Development organization
- Contributes to the development of technology roadmaps; provides technical leadership for software elements
- Leads development of software plans, schedules, and work estimates
- Analyzes and creates preliminary software requirements from product and system requirements
- Prototypes, documents, and develops software architectures for complex software products
- Develops, documents, and maintains high quality software designs, source code, and unit tests for algorithms, technologies, or supporting software such as tools (e.g., parsers, simulators)
- Contributes to software integration activities for algorithms and/or technology software into device software and hardware subsystems
- Develops, reviews, and often executes software verification protocols for advanced development algorithms and technology software
- Identifies, recommends, and leads software prototyping of potential customer solutions
- Stays current with software engineering trends and technologies through activities such as self-study, attending webinars, seminars, user group meetings and conferences
- Follows and improves standard operating procedures and software engineering best practices
- Mentors, guides, and supports less experienced software engineers
- Collaborates with team members and contributes to positive team environment that creates high quality solutions
Required/Preferred Education and Experience
- BS degree required or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering or related engineering or science discipline
- MS degree preferred
- 5+ years of experience of hands on design and development experience
- 3+ years of embedded software application development
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in C/C++ and object oriented design (OOD)
- Experience with real time operating systems (e.g., Green Hills Integrity, Mentor Graphics Nucleus, QNX, Micrium) required
- Experience with device driver development desired
- Experience with application development for both real-time and non-real time applications (e.g., Windows, Linux, iOS) required
- Experience in a structured development environment with design controls preferred
- Experience with web technologies (database, REST, HTML 5, JavaScript) desired
- Experience with test automation and test development for automation (e.g., Google Test, Jenkins) desired
- Experience with user interface development and technologies (e.g., Qt, Crank, Peg) desired
- In-depth technical knowledge and experience in embedded systems, computer architectures, software programming (embedded and application), and integration with hardware/electronics
- Demonstrated innovativeness through solutions in software development, architectures, algorithms, code development, and/or related engineering problems
- Knowledge and experience with one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Python
- Positive attitude and affinity for teamwork, logic, innovation, initiative, and self-sufficiency
- Strong critical thinking with effective problem-solving skills in solving new, unique, and deep technical challenges
- Ability to prioritize and work on more than one project concurrently
- Ability to foresee challenges and lead the identification and implementation of alternative solutions
- Experience with medical device development is helpful but not required
Requirements
- BS degree required or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering or related engineering or science discipline
- MS degree preferred
- 5+ years of experience of hands on design and development experience
- 3+ years of embedded software application development
- Proficient in C/C++ and object oriented design (OOD)
- Experience with real time operating systems (e.g., Green Hills Integrity, Mentor Graphics Nucleus, QNX, Micrium) required
- Experience with application development for both real-time and non-real time applications (e.g., Windows, Linux, iOS) required
- Experience with device driver development desired
- Experience in a structured development environment with design controls preferred
- Experience with web technologies (database, REST, HTML 5, JavaScript) desired
- Experience with test automation and test development for automation (e.g., Google Test, Jenkins) desired
- Experience with user interface development and technologies (e.g., Qt, Crank, Peg) desired
- In-depth technical knowledge and experience in embedded systems, computer architectures, software programming (embedded and application), and integration with hardware/electronics
- Knowledge and experience with one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Python
- Experience with medical device development is helpful but not required
Benefits
- Annual bonus plan
- Comprehensive benefits plans
Company overview
ZOLL Medical Corporation, an Asahi Kasei Group company, is a global leader in acute critical care medical devices and software solutions. Founded in 1980 and named after Dr. Paul Zoll, the pioneering cardiologist known as "The Father of Modern Cardiac Therapy," the company develops innovative technologies that advance emergency care and save lives. ZOLL provides a comprehensive portfolio of medical devices and software solutions including defibrillators and cardiac monitors, CPR feedback systems, therapeutic temperature management devices, ventilation equipment, and sleep apnea diagnostic tools. The company's products are used worldwide by healthcare professionals, EMS and fire personnel, and lay rescuers to treat patients with serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions. ZOLL's flagship products include the LifeVest wearable cardioverter defibrillator, which has protected over one million patients, and the remedē System for treating central sleep apnea. With a focus on improving clinical outcomes and operational efficiencies, ZOLL combines cutting-edge technology with comprehensive training and support services to empower medical professionals and improve patient care across the continuum of emergency response and critical care.