Software Architect
Motion Recruitment Partners LLC.
Bedford, United States of America
yesterday
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
EnglishJob location
Bedford, United States of America
Tech stack
Java
Application Layers
Booting (BIOS)
C++
CMake
Code Review
Communications Protocols
Computer Security
Linux
Device Drivers
File Systems
Distributed Systems
Linux on Embedded Systems
Embedded Software
Python
Messaging Application Programming Interface
Software Architecture
Proprietary Software
Shell Script
Software Engineering
Software Systems
Systems Integration
Virtualization Technology
Angular
Yocto
Selinux
Hardware Infrastructure
Docker
Microservices
Job description
Our client is a global leader in medical diagnostics, developing innovative technologies that support hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare providers around the world. With decades of industry leadership and a strong commitment to research and development, the company continues to invest in next-generation diagnostic platforms that improve patient care through advanced software and instrumentation., * Define and own the software architecture across multiple product lines
- Establish software design standards and architectural best practices
- Develop software architecture documentation, technical specifications, and design artifacts
- Lead architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical design sessions
- Design and develop proof-of-concept solutions for new technologies
- Build and enhance complex software components across embedded and application layers
- Collaborate with product management, engineering, QA, and global development teams
- Evaluate and integrate third-party technologies into existing platforms
- Troubleshoot complex system-level issues across software and embedded environments
- Mentor senior engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple projects
Tech Breakdown
- 30% Software Architecture & System Design
- 25% Embedded Linux Development
- 20% C++ / Java / Python Development
- 15% Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- 10% Research, Proof of Concepts & Technology Evaluation
Daily Responsibilities
- 40% Hands-On Development & Architecture
- 30% Technical Leadership & Design Reviews
- 20% Cross-Functional Collaboration
- 10% Planning, Documentation & Mentorship
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with 17+ years of software engineering experience, or Master's degree with 15+ years
- Extensive experience architecting large-scale, complex software systems
- Expert-level development experience with C++, Java, Python, and Angular
- Strong Linux expertise, including kernel, device drivers, networking, bootloaders, and filesystems
- Experience developing embedded software and distributed systems
- Knowledge of microservices architecture, messaging frameworks, and embedded communication protocols
- Experience with Docker, virtualization, CMake, Yocto, and shell scripting
- Strong software design, architecture, and technical leadership experience
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills
Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience developing regulated medical devices
- Familiarity with IEC 62304, ISO 13485, or FDA software development processes
- Cybersecurity experience, including threat modeling and SELinux
- Background in robotics, motor control, or industrial automation
- Experience integrating third-party software and hardware technologies
- Agile/Scrum development experience
- Experience leading globally distributed engineering teams
Benefits & conditions
- Competitive base salary plus annual bonus
- Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite in Bedford, MA)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Opportunity to work on next-generation medical technologies that directly improve patient outcomes
- Long-term career growth within a stable, globally recognized healthcare technology organization