As a Principal Software Engineer specializing in 3D Visualization with expertise in OpenGL, you will lead the technical direction of real-time 3D visualization on the Prism Mapping platform, which powers clinical maps used by healthcare professionals. Your responsibilities include architecting the rendering pipeline using OpenGL, VTK, and Qt/QML integration, managing GPU resources, and ensuring optimal performance. You will also define long-term strategies for new clinical applications and hardware advancements while collaborating with UI/UX, signals and algorithms teams to enhance visual fidelity and reliability in medical devices. Essential skills include deep knowledge of real-time 3D visualization systems, proficiency in OpenGL and related APIs, understanding of GPU pipelines, and experience with Python and C++ for complex system architecture. This role demands expertise in delivering high-performance, device-integrated systems and leading cross-functional technical initiatives within a regulated environment.
Skills
OpenGL
VTK
Qt/QML
C++
Python
GPU
Shader Architecture
WebGL
Vulkan
DirectX
Software Architecture
CI/CD
Mentoring
Design Reviews
Technical Leadership
Complex Systems
Real-time Performance
Networked Systems
Cross-functional Teams
Regulated Environments
AI Tools
What you'll do
Lead architecture for real-time 3D visualization stack using OpenGL/VTK and Qt/QML.
Define long-term direction for visualization, including new clinical modalities and hardware.
Set engineering standards for visual fidelity, latency, and reliability in medical devices.
Mentor senior engineers and drive solutions for complex rendering and performance issues.
Shape technical roadmap and architectural direction for major subsystems or product capabilities.
What we're looking for
Deep expertise in real-time 3D visualization using OpenGL and related APIs.
Strong understanding of GPU pipelines, shader architecture, and rendering performance under hardware constraints.
Proven experience leading complex technical initiatives across multiple releases.
Extensive knowledge in Python and C++ for software architecture in multi-component systems.
Track record of delivering high-performance real-time systems integrated with medical devices.
Experience defining architectural standards and technical direction across teams.
Ability to mentor senior engineers and drive improvements in system design.
Market check
Salary context
This
$152,800–$229,200
range sits above
62%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$143,000–$225,050
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$159,362–$213,937
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Medtronic
Medtronic plc is the world's largest medical technology company by revenue, specializing in device-based therapies for over 70 health conditions.
Medtronic currently has
24 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$135,200–$198,000
across 24 roles with salary data.
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