Join Our Team as a Principal Software Engineer – Pioneering Medical Device Innovation
Are you a seasoned Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for creating cutting‑edge medical solutions? We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of advanced medical devices used in operating rooms worldwide. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact by designing robust, secure, and innovative software that improves patient outcomes. Be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team dedicated to transforming healthcare technology.
What You’ll Bring to the Table – Required Skills
- Extensive experience in embedded software development with a strong focus on hardware integration and system bring‑up
- Proficiency in C++, ideally with version 20; versions 11 or 14 are acceptable
- Deep expertise in Linux, including working with Linux device drivers (V4L2, I2C, SPI, UART), kernel customization, device trees, and Linux system components
- Hands‑on experience with Linux build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot
- Knowledge of video streaming technologies, codecs, and camera sensors (preferred but not mandatory)
- Strong understanding of system security, cryptography, and secure‑by‑design development principles
- Experience with over‑the‑air firmware updates and remote device management
- Basic electronics aptitude, familiar with schematics and datasheets
- Excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Nice‑to‑Have Skills
- Experience in deployed hardware systems and remote device management
- Programming skills in Python
- Nvidia computing platform expertise
- Microcontroller development background
- Cloud platform experience, including AWS
- Familiarity with automated testing frameworks
- Exposure to medical device development or other safety‑critical applications
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering or a related field
- Proven track record of leading embedded software projects in complex environments
- Demonstrated experience working with Linux kernels, device drivers, and hardware integration
Other Requirements
- Location: London, UK – hybrid work model requiring 3 days onsite per week
- Contract duration: 6 months with potential for extension
- Ability to start immediately or ASAP
If you’re ready to bring your technical expertise to a purpose‑driven organization at the forefront of medical technology, we encourage you to apply now. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare devices and making a difference in patient care worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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Are you a seasoned Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for creating cutting‑edge medical solutions? We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of advanced medical devices used in operating rooms worldwide. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact by designing robust, secure, and innovative software that improves patient outcomes. Be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team dedicated to transforming healthcare technology.
What You’ll Bring to the Table – Required Skills
- Extensive experience in embedded software development with a strong focus on hardware integration and system bring‑up
- Proficiency in C++, ideally with version 20; versions 11 or 14 are acceptable
- Deep expertise in Linux, including working with Linux device drivers (V4L2, I2C, SPI, UART), kernel customization, device trees, and Linux system components
- Hands‑on experience with Linux build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot
- Knowledge of video streaming technologies, codecs, and camera sensors (preferred but not mandatory)
- Strong understanding of system security, cryptography, and secure‑by‑design development principles
- Experience with over‑the‑air firmware updates and remote device management
- Basic electronics aptitude, familiar with schematics and datasheets
- Excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Nice‑to‑Have Skills
- Experience in deployed hardware systems and remote device management
- Programming skills in Python
- Nvidia computing platform expertise
- Microcontroller development background
- Cloud platform experience, including AWS
- Familiarity with automated testing frameworks
- Exposure to medical device development or other safety‑critical applications
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering or a related field
- Proven track record of leading embedded software projects in complex environments
- Demonstrated experience working with Linux kernels, device drivers, and hardware integration
Other Requirements
- Location: London, UK – hybrid work model requiring 3 days onsite per week
- Contract duration: 6 months with potential for extension
- Ability to start immediately or ASAP
If you’re ready to bring your technical expertise to a purpose‑driven organization at the forefront of medical technology, we encourage you to apply now. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare devices and making a difference in patient care worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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