Senior Platform Software Engineer (Linux)

Medtronic

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Work type
On-site
Location
Mounds View, MNNewton, MA
Salary
$124,800–$187,200 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Nov 9, 2026
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Similar $176k
This role $156k
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This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $151,000–$201,600 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $156k versus about $176k for comparable roles.

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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.

Medtronic currently has 31 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $131,200–$196,800 across 31 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Platform Software Engineer (Linux)

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The Sr. Platform Software Engineer (Linux) joins the engineering team to accelerate the software development lifecycle and product operating system development. This role focuses on building and maintaining platform software, infrastructure, and Yocto-based Linux distributions for various hardware targets. Key responsibilities include creating CI/CD pipelines with security automation, supporting secure boot, OS update mechanisms, and containerized applications using Docker. The engineer will integrate and optimize NVIDIA drivers and GPU software stacks within Linux and Yocto environments. Required technical skills include experience with Linux system architecture, device integration, and troubleshooting at the application and platform levels. The role requires proficiency in Python, C++, and Bash to solve complex medical software development challenges while ensuring high levels of security, compliance, and reliability across all engineering operations.

What does a Platform Software Engineer earn?

Median $169550 from 152 postings across 5 companies.

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Skills

Linux Yocto Project Docker Python C++ Bash CI/CD Embedded Linux NVIDIA Secure Boot Network Protocols Build Automation Package Management HIPAA FDA Regulations

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain platform software and build infrastructure.
  • Create and support Yocto-based Linux distributions for various hardware targets.
  • Build CI/CD pipelines integrated with security and functionality automation tools.
  • Support secure networking, secure boot, and OS update mechanisms.
  • Maintain platform support for containerized applications using Docker.
  • Collaborate with product teams to define platform capabilities.
  • Develop and document platform aspects required for regulatory approval.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on operating system platform best practices.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience, Master's with 2 years, or PhD with 0 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience configuring and customizing Linux systems.
  • Experience creating Yocto-based Linux distributions.
  • Hands-on experience with security principles including secure boot and software security hardening.
  • Practical experience integrating and optimizing NVIDIA drivers and GPU software stacks within Linux and Yocto-based systems.
  • Proficiency in languages such as Python, C++, or Bash (preferred).
  • Familiarity with CI/CD, build automation, and collaborative development workflows (preferred).
  • Work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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