Associate Device Software Engineer

AbbVie

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Work type: On-site
Location: Irvine, CA
Posted: 1 day ago
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Closes: Nov 2, 2126
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AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

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TL;DR · Associate Device Software Engineer

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The Associate Device Software Engineer joins a team focused on the development and lifecycle support of software for hardware-integrated, regulated medical devices and associated engineering tools. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, the role involves designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining software for embedded and device-facing systems. Key responsibilities include writing clean code, performing root-cause analysis, and contributing to regulated software lifecycle documentation. The position requires proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Python, or Java, alongside knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and source control. Candidates should understand embedded software, real-time systems, and communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth. The role addresses technical challenges in medical device software development within a regulated environment.

Skills

C C++ C# Python Java Embedded Software Real-time Systems Microcontrollers UART RS232 SPI I2C CAN USB Ethernet Wi-Fi Bluetooth DevOps Agile Configuration Management IEC 62304 ISO 13485

What you'll do

Design, implement, test, and maintain software for medical devices and engineering tools.
Write clean, maintainable code and supporting documentation using established engineering practices.
Support software integration, debugging, and troubleshooting for embedded systems and communication interfaces.
Develop and execute unit, component, integration, and automated tests for assigned work.
Participate in code reviews and perform root-cause analysis to resolve product or field issues.
Contribute to regulated software lifecycle documentation, including requirements, design descriptions, and traceability records.
Research and use AI-assisted engineering tools while verifying all outputs for accuracy.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
0–2 years of relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, research, capstone work, academic projects, or industry experience.
Foundational understanding of software engineering principles, data structures, algorithms, and structured or object-oriented design.
Experience with one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Python, or Java through coursework, projects, internships, or employment.
Basic understanding of software testing, debugging, source control, and configuration management practices.
Exposure to embedded software, real-time systems, microcontrollers, device communication, or hardware/software integration (preferred).
Familiarity with communication interfaces or protocols such as UART/RS232, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth (helpful).
Exposure to regulated product development, medical devices, IEC 62304, ISO 13485, or FDA quality-system requirements (helpful but not required).

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