Prin Software Engineer

Planet Pharma
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Computing Platforms
Automation of Tests
UClibc (C Standard Library)
C++
Codecs
Computer Programming
Linux
Linux on Embedded Systems
Hardware Design
Python
Linux kernel
Linux-Powered Devices
Shell Script
Software Engineering
Software Systems
Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter
Serial Peripheral Interface
PIC Microcontroller
Yocto
Video Streaming

Job description

Join a visionary team redefining healthcare innovation as a Principal Software Engineer. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the development of sophisticated software solutions for advanced medical devices, working at the intersection of hardware and software to improve patient outcomes globally. Your expertise will shape the future of medical technology, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver secure, reliable, and compliant systems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer, Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience developing Linux device drivers (V4L2, I2C, SPI, UART) and tinkering with the Linux kernel and device trees.
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ and shell scripting.
  • Demonstrated expertise with Linux system components including kernels, services, and log management.
  • Experience working with custom Linux build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot.
  • Knowledge of hardware integration, system bring-up, and over-the-air updates.
  • Solid understanding of security concepts like hardware root of trust and cryptographic keys.
  • Familiarity with Linux diagnostic and benchmarking tools.
  • Basic electronics knowledge and ability to interpret schematics and datasheets.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to solve complex problems independently.

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Experience with deployed hardware systems and remote device management.
  • Programming expertise in Python.
  • NVIDIA computing platforms experience.
  • Microcontroller development background.
  • Knowledge of AWS cloud services.
  • Experience with automated testing, video streaming protocols, camera sensors, and codecs.
  • Understanding of security principles relevant to safety-critical systems.
  • Prior experience developing software for medical or other safety-critical applications.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant engineering disciplines.
  • Proven track record of several years working with embedded Linux systems and hardware integration in a high-tech environment.

Other Requirements:

  • Ability to work flexibly within a hybrid setup, with 3 days onsite per week in London.
  • Experience in a regulated environment, adhering to security and compliance standards for medical devices.
  • Willingness to participate in formal risk analysis, verification, and design transfer activities.

Take this opportunity to lead innovative projects that make a real difference in healthcare. If you're passionate about pushing technological boundaries and delivering impactful medical solutions, we want to hear from you-apply now and be part of the future of medical technology development!

About the company

Planet Pharma was founded by a dedicated team of professionals with extensive experience supporting the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and device industries. Our goal is to create an organization that strengthens the employer-employee dynamic by connecting clients with talent. This results in making staffing more personal and creating enduring, valuable relationships. We value communication with our clients and make it our priority to have the hiring process be as fast and successful as possible. We leverage cutting-edge technology and flexible service delivery models that provide efficient, personalized solutions for your business. Our global headquarters is in Northbrook, IL and branch offices are based across the United States and Europe.

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