Embedded Software Engineer II (Andover, MA)

Embedded Software Engineer II (Andover, MA)

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.   

Our Sports Medicine team is building a next-generation surgical endoscopic system to transform sports medicine. We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer II You will design and develop high-quality C/C++ based software. You will solve complex problems autonomously and contribute to architectural decisions.

As part of a multi-site agile team, you will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver software that provides real value to surgeons and patients.

What will you be doing?

• Develop proof‑of‑concepts for computer vision applications to support endoscopic, surgical navigation and electro-mechanical products, ensuring they meet customer needs and usability expectations.

• Design and implement production‑quality C/C++ software for medical devices, including automated testing.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define requirements and drive the design and development of embedded software.

• Own the full lifecycle of each software increment, from defining requirements and acceptance criteria to documenting and testing completed work.

• Create and maintain automation frameworks tailored for C/C++ codebases.

• Provide debugging support and perform root‑cause analysis for software issues.

• Promote a strong quality‑first mindset and encourage best practices across teams.

• Execute design control activities to ensure compliance with IEC 62304.

What will you need to be successful?

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent hands‑on experience in embedded Linux software development.

• At least 2+ years of professional software development experience, with strong emphasis on C/C++ and Linux; experience in embedded systems, ideally within medical devices.

• Expertise in C/C++ for embedded systems, with experience in microcontroller and FPGA based soft cores like Microblaze, real‑time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS), or bare‑metal development.

• A strong understanding of electrical concepts and control loops is required.

• Experience working with and troubleshooting multiple hardware interfaces, such as PCIe, CAN, I2C, I2S, UART, SPI, USB etc.

• Experience with MATLAB is desired.

• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.

• Ability to write unit and component‑level tests for C/C++ applications.

• Experience with Python or Shell scripting for automation, testing, and tooling is a plus.

• Familiarity with modern testing frameworks is advantageous.

• Strong problem‑solving abilities and comfort working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

• Excellent communication skills, including experience collaborating with external contractors and reviewing technical deliverables.

Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

• Passion for learning emerging technologies and applying innovation in testing.

• Collaborative team player, self-driven, adaptable, and capable of handling multiple priorities.

• Experience working in regulated, safety-critical, or compliance-driven environments is a strong advantage.

• Hands-on experience in any of the following domains are encouraged to apply,

• • Medical Devices / Healthcare Software (highly preferred)

• • Automotive / ADAS / AUTOSAR-based systems

• • Industrial Automation / Robotics

• • Biomedical

You Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.    

• Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website ( https://www.smith-nephew.com/).

• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement  

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day  

• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program 

• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship  

• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!  

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"The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $134,750 USD annually.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew.  Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.  

In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, and a variety of wellness offerings. "

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.