What are the responsibilities and job description for the Embedded Software Development Engineer position at Micro Systems Engineering, Inc.?
Are you ready to make a real impact in the world of medical technology? As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of embedded software for life-changing implantable neurostimulation devices.
In this role, you’ll work within our fast-growing Biotronik NRO Business Unit, collaborating with a cross-functional R&D team to develop software that integrates seamlessly with implantable devices, mobile apps, and web-based systems. You’ll leverage your expertise in highly reliable software design for resource-constrained devices while applying your understanding of electrical engineering to create cutting-edge medical solutions.
If you’re passionate about innovation, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to develop technology that improves lives, this is your opportunity to drive the future of neurostimulation.
Your Responsibilities
- Take ownership in all phases of the software development process, including requirements definition, design, implementation, and developer verification.
- Design and implement embedded device software in C.
- Develop and maintain test tools and automated test cases (C#).
- Collaborate with project management, system engineering, clinical research, and design assurance to define and implement new Neuromodulation features.
- Generate and maintain relevant software documentation required for a given design task.
- Develop ideas for process improvements.
- Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the manager.
Your Profile
Education / Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum of 3 years of experience using integrated development environments (IDEs), debugging tools, configuration management, test management, and defect tracking systems
- At least 2 years of experience designing and implementing real-time software for resource-constrained microprocessors or system-on-chips (SoCs)
Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Experience in developing software to run in very low power applications
- Experience with communications protocols for low-power environments (Bluetooth LE)
- Programming C/C /Assembler on ARM-based SoC
- Programming C/C /Assembler on 68HC11 MCU
- Programming Digital Signal Processor (DSP) code
- Developing automated test cases
- Experience with electronics test tooling (oscilloscope, logic analyzer) a plus
- Experience with FDA, 21CFR820, ISO 13485, IEC 62304, and regulatory submission of Class III Medical Devices a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Location
This position is based in Lake Oswego, Oregon, with a flexible hybrid work policy. While you’ll have the flexibility to work remotely, on-site collaboration is essential for interacting with specialized test equipment and managing complex lab setups. Certain aspects of the work can be replicated in a home office, but hands-on access to our cutting-edge tools and technology will be a key part of your success in this role.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile.
- The employee is also required to interact with a computer for extended periods of time and communicate with co-workers.
- Must be able to work a minimum of 40 hours / week.
About MSEI
Working for Micro Systems Engineering, Inc. (MSEI) means joining an elite team to work on some of the most exciting challenges in medical technology today. We are a pioneer in developing innovative implantable medical device technologies and devices that save and enhance the quality of life for millions of individuals living with cardiovascular and chronic neurologic pain disorders. With more than 40 years of experience in design and manufacturing of active implantable medical devices, our continuing success is based on our company’s core values - innovation, quality, reliability, integrity, teamwork, and undisputed expertise - thus enabling us to inspire confidence and trust in physicians and patients worldwide. We are continually looking for talented engineers, scientists, and professionals to share in our mission.
EEO Commitment
Micro Systems Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, the company prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, uniformed service or any other consideration protected by federal state and local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee.
If you're passionate about building high-quality software for life-changing medical devices, we’d love to hear from you!
