Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Medtronic

Hybrid

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Lafayette, CO
Salary: $152,800–$229,200 / yr
Posted: 5 days ago
Closes: Jun 20, 2026

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About Medtronic

Medtronic plc is the world's largest medical technology company by revenue, specializing in device-based therapies for over 70 health conditions.

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TL;DR · Lead Embedded Software Engineer

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Join the Acute Care & Monitoring (ACM) product development team at Medtronic as a Principal Software Engineer, where you will design and develop embedded Linux software for next-generation medical devices used in airway management. Collaborating with cross-functional teams including hardware and clinical science experts, you will architect robust systems, integrate sensors and peripherals, and ensure secure boot processes and OTA updates. Essential skills include C/C++ proficiency, experience with Linux kernel and device drivers, and knowledge of networking protocols. Ideal candidates have a background in medical devices and familiarity with regulatory standards like IEC 62304 and ISO 13485, though strong problem-solving and communication abilities are paramount.

Skills

C C++ Linux Shell scripting TCP/IP Wi-Fi Bluetooth I2C SPI GPIO Version control systems Configuration management JTAG GDB Yocto Buildroot QT LVGL IEC 62304 ISO 13485 CI/CD Automated testing Deployment

What you'll do

Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software for medical devices.
Integrate and optimize the Linux kernel, device drivers, and BSPs for specific hardware requirements.
Develop user-space applications with GUI support for effective user interaction in medical settings.
Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate sensors and motor controllers into embedded platforms.
Implement secure boot processes and OTA updates to ensure device integrity and reliability.
Conduct debugging, code reviews, unit testing, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree with 7+ years or Master's with 5+ years in embedded software development.
Proficiency in C/C++ and shell scripting.
Experience with Linux kernel, device drivers, and cross-compilation toolchains.
Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).
Understanding of hardware/software integration and RTOS concepts.
Familiarity with version control systems and configuration management.

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