Principal Software Engineer - Embedded at Medtronic in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life
Medtronic is a world leader in providing health care products that restore health and extend life. The Medtronic Diabetes R&D team contributes directly to this mission; we deliver software and firmware for Medtronic's pump and continuous glucose monitoring devices.

We are looking for a talented Principal Software Engineer to join our organization as we develop safety critical software for medical devices that hundreds of thousands of people around the world depend on daily. You will work with a world-class team to meet users' needs by developing innovative solutions and bringing them to market and will directly contribute to Medtronic's mission to Alleviate Pain, Restore Health, and Extend Life.

The embedded software engineering position will be member of our software organization. You will be working in fast-paced cross-functional teams to develop embedded software and algorithms for our glucose sensing therapies to maximize safety and minimize user burden. We're looking for someone with knowledge in embedded software (proficiency in C, familiarity with RTOS and Embedded programming) to help us transform diabetes care around the world.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Triage and characterization of the issues (e.g. identify the signature of a known issue, identify pattern for SW and HW of new issues, define impact and priorities)


• Determines software design requirements & Prepares automation scripts and performs performance/characterization reports


• Demonstrates ability to develop& debug safety-critical, fault-tolerant real-time software, and current embedded system technologies.


• Experience developing systems using Bluetooth low-energy communication protocols.


• Perform FW-level troubleshooting and manage the implementation of corrective actions and be the technical point of contact and Systemic Issue status


• Performs software integration activities with hardware and other hardware systems Skilled in troubleshooting, investigating, and resolving hardware/software/system technical issues.


• Works independently and provides design tradeoffs and solutions. Takes initiative to understand the role of the software in the system and make improvements to the requirements and software.

Key Leadership Competencies

• Coach others on software development techniques and helps develop junior engineers' skills.


• Identifies the root cause of complex problems and solves them by determining the most appropriate procedure to implement.


• Demonstrates accountability for one's own decisions and can articulate rationale. Views mistakes as learning opportunities and supports an environment of continuous improvement.


• Effectively solicits and shares complex information within and across work teams, stating own point of view even when difficult or unpopular; listens effectively

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical or other related engineering field with 7+ years of experience


• or an advanced degree with 5+ years of experience.

Nice to Have

• Embedded systems development experience


• Have knowledge of C, C++, Git, Jira, Python


• Experience with Bluetooth Low Energy


• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.


• Have an ownership & solution-oriented mindset.


• Experience in medical software development process such as IEC 62304 or other regulated software development


• Experience working with hardware and software integration tools such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and multimeters.


• Background in networking, systems engineering and/or aviation related system support also preferred

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):$140,800.00 - $211,200.00

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).

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

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.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here .

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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