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As a Senior Engineer within this group, you will be responsible for adhering to the software development process and is focused on new technology and long-term product development efforts.  Works on the designing, debugging, testing and validation of new and existing products derived from these technologies. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Supports software development and release activities, including requirement, design, test definition, documentation, build management, configuration control, and regulatory.

• Work with software architecture and software development colleagues to storyboard and develop libraries, source code and compiled binary code and GUI software elements.

• Software design, development, testing and documentation; in accordance with Medtronic Navigation Littleton Software Development processes.

• Participates in cross product development efforts.

• Participate in cross-functional project team meetings.

• Report and/or resolve software bugs/issues as well as field-originated troubleshooting tasks.

• Monitors and mentors Software Engineers I and II, and software interns as required.

• Assist in customer service, support, and installations.  Participates in training Customer Service, Production, Marketing and Sales.

• Maintain projects and documentation according to ISO and GMP guidelines, while following the Medtronic Navigation Littleton Software Development process.

• Participate in society meetings, focus groups, and User Site Testing (UST) activities to support prototype development and refinement of prototypes into finished commercial products.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• All activities must be performed in compliance with the Quality System.

• Performs duties in compliance with environmental, health and safety related site rules, policies or governmental regulations.

• All other duties as assigned.

• Travel requirement: Less than 10%

Must Have:  Minimum Requirements  

• Bachelors or Master’s in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering

• 4+ years of experience with a Bachelors’ Degree or 2+years with a Master’s Degree

Specialized Skills or Experience

• Strong programming skills in C# and/or  C, C++

Nice to Have

• Strong Debugging Skills

• Object Oriented Design

• Experience developing software for Microsoft Windows platforms

• Experience developing complete software applications

• Ability to express ideas clearly both in written and oral communications

• Self-motivated person that can work individually and lead team projects

• A self-starter with a strong desire to learn new concepts and adapt quickly

• Experience with medical x-ray imaging

• Experience with OpenGL, image processing algorithms, and communication protocols (RS232, TCP-IP, USB)

• Trained in proper code crafting and design (i.e. Object-oriented design)

• Ability to analyze technical requirements and develop well-structured architectures.

• Experience developing real-time embedded systems.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

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.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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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):$124,800.00 - $187,200.00

 

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).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

 

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

 

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

 

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