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# Sr. Software Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Medtronic Inc.
- **Location:** Newton, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,800.0 - $181,200.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Firmware, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Qt Modeling Language (QML), Qt (Software), Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Systems Modeling Language, Software Verification, Git, Hardware Infrastructure, Software Version Control, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3354553490&tx=ZT1817TTZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

Medtronic is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sr. Software Systems Engineer to join our Affera Mapping and Ablation System team, supporting the design and development of advanced software-enabled capital systems for the cardiac electrophysiology lab.

The Sr. Software Systems Engineer will an integral member in the Affera Software Team, working on cutting-edge technology in the electrophysiology field. This role offers a rare chance to be at the forefront of helping develop a groundbreaking technology that can disrupt the industry.

The ideal candidate has strong MBSE skills and experience using SysML (v1/v2) to support V-model traceability from requirements through verification. They will own key features, collaborate across engineering teams, and are enthusiastic about making a meaningful difference for millions., * Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

 * OR Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
 * OR PhD with 0 years relevant experience
 * Experience with requirements-driven development and traceability
 * Familiarity with MBSE concepts and SysML
 * Strong understanding of good documentation practices, * Knowledge of Medical Product development, IEC-62304, ISO 13485, and FDA guidance in a technical discipline, preferably software related
 * 4+ years of software verification experience
 * Proficient in programming languages such as Python, C++/C# or similar languages
 * Experience with SysML v2 tooling.
 * Experience writing technical reports
 * Experience with QT/QML
 * Experience with software version control systems, such as Git
 * Experience with Agile development
 * Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial drive
 * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
 * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

#LI-MDT

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

## Description

* Develop and maintain system and software architecture models using SysML (v1/v2).
 * Apply MBSE principles to connect system intent to software services, APIs, schemas, modules, and firmware.
 * Define interface contracts and allocations between system functions, software, and hardware components.
 * Support V-model traceability across requirements, design, implementation, and verification
 * Author and review software system requirements with full bidirectional traceability.
 * Perform risk analysis activities including FMEA and interface risk identification.
 * Contribute to process and tooling improvements for MBSE adoption and trace automation.
 * Apply the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle.


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