Software Engineer II
Abbott
Summary
We are seeking an experienced, high caliber Software Engineer II. Performs moderate risk/moderate complexity specialized level software project activities in such areas as Development, Tools, Test, Requirements and/or related areas. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, analyzing requirements, planning and scheduling data, updating and maintaining different software specifications based on analysis of specifications, needs and improvements, as well as troubleshooting, debugging, and maintaining of software, test, or tool designs, cases, scripts, procedures, and/or code based on strategic analysis. May lead a project.
Job description
Impact this role will have on Abbott:
- Working from requirement specifications, develops, maintains, and updates detailed design and interface specifications
- Participates in and supports the implementation, development, enhancements, and modifications to software source code, scripts, and procedures
- Debugs, troubleshoots, and isolates software problems as well as offers strategic solutions, analysis, and advice regarding identified issues for future development
- Identifies parameters, structure, and critical test components
- Writes, updates, or executes test design, test cases, as well as test procedures (automated, semi-automated or manual) and analyzes and reports test results
- Writes, updates, and maintains requirement and interface specifications
- Contributes to and supports gathering, analyzing, and validating requirements
- Contributes to and supports writing, updating, developing and maintaining Hazard/Risk/Cyber Security analysis specifications
- Contributes to and supports root-cause analysis of failures
- Working from requirement specifications, develops, maintains, and updates test requirements and design/test protocols
- Supports implementation, enhancements, and modifications to test cases, procedures, scripts, and code
- Presents at design reviews; documents and resolves issues as directed
- May lead project as a testing leader
Your experience(s), education and knowledge will further expand Abbott’s marketplace success:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline, computer science, related engineering field
- Minimum 2 years of experience in testing embedded software
- Experience with C, C++, C# and/or Python is required
- Experience with formal software development methodologies, and source code management is recommended
- Experience with unit- and integration-level testing and automated testing is recommended
- Experience with testing Embedded Software(firmware) within implantable medical devices is desired
- Experience with testing Bluetooth Low Energy within implantable medical devices is desired
- Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
- Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization
- Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline, computer science, related engineering field
- Minimum 2 years of experience in testing embedded software
- Experience with C, C++, C# and/or Python is required
- Experience with formal software development methodologies, and source code management is recommended
- Experience with unit- and integration-level testing and automated testing is recommended
- Experience with testing Embedded Software(firmware) within implantable medical devices is desired
- Experience with testing Bluetooth Low Energy within implantable medical devices is desired
- Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
- Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization
- Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.