Software Engineer, Senior

• Lead definition, analysis, and allocation of requirements - directly in conversation with clients and collaboration with cross-functional leads in electrical, mechanical, system, test, and quality engineering.
• Provide detailed estimates in support of project milestones and software deliverables.
• a unique feature-focused method of breaking down software system functionality; you’ll iteratively lead your software team through architecture, design, implementation, testing and integration of software features in an agile workflow.
• Provide leadership to a team of software engineers through work planning, task delegation, and coordination of execution against project milestones and budget.
• Design, implement and test project source code.
• Own the technical quality of all software artifacts - ensuring architectural integrity, code quality and design robustness through technical reviews, mentoring and leading by example.
• Lead and support software initiatives - including process improvements and internal library contributions.

You’ll have a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients - our recent products help clinicians treat cancer, sustain life and alleviate pain.

To top it off, we think you’ll enjoy working with other smart, curious and talented engineers as you bring medical devices to life., Project teams are led by a Program Manager / Systems Engineer; technical leads from Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Test and Quality (to name a few) collaborate on projects for clients ranging from established companies to small startups.

We foster a strong engineering culture and operate under mature software & product development processes.

We invest in tools, automation and continuous improvement.

We work at an efficient, sustainable pace - taking time for fun along the way!

• BS, MS, or equivalent degree in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar field.
• 5-9+ years’ experience in embedded software development in Medical Device or other regulated industry, ideally in a lead role with a track record leading small software teams with an inspirational and effective leadership style.
• The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and build trust with clients and peers.
• Significant experience with embedded Linux development on SoMs - particularly with Yocto Project/BSP and driver configuration.
• C++, C#, and/or C object-oriented programming with expert-level understanding of multithreading and multi-process applications. Familiarity with common Design Patterns is a bonus!
• Demonstrated proficiency in solving high-complexity software problems - including a methodical, reasoned approach to reproducing and fixing bugs.
• Graphical User Interface application development, including associated design patterns (e.g. MVC, MVVM, MVP) - ideally using the Qt Framework/QML.
• Microcontroller programming (ideally using ThreadX or other RTOS) including device driver development and use of debuggers, emulators, communication analyzers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Expertise in software architecture, design and test (at the unit, integration and system levels)., Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, The salary range for this position is outlined below under “Job Details” and is dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable employment laws. Beyond base salary, Forj offers a competitive Total Rewards Package. We offer health, dental, vision, 401K plans, and time off programs. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual bonus program which depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

Nowhere else can you touch as many life-changing medical technologies. At Forj Medical, we work side by side with more than 100 medical device companies from startups to global giants to bring life-enhancing technologies to market. Working with us means solving hard problems with extraordinary people in a collaborative work environment. Join us.

What you’ll do

As a Senior Software Engineer at Forj, you’ll do more than write code. In this role, you’ll lead software development on cross-discipline engineering teams, be trusted to translate our client’s vision into embedded software reality, shape system software architecture, make thoughtful tradeoffs across functionality, performance, cost and maintainability - all while ensuring safety and security. You will combine hands-on technical contributions with leadership and influence - including significant autonomy in design choices and the responsibility to guide your software team through the full software development lifecycle.

Core responsibilities include:

• a thorough understanding of FDA regulations & IEC 62304 to bear on the safety and cybersecurity of software system designs.