Principal Software Engineer - Arden Hills, United States - Boston Scientific

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Software Engineer to join our dynamic team in revolutionizing medical device manufacturing through the development of cutting-edge robotic automation technology. As a Principal Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal, cross-functional role in the design and development of a new robotic manufacturing platform software architecture. You will be responsible for planning, defining, and implementing innovative solutions, optimizing performance, and ensuring seamless integration of software components within our manufacturing ecosystem.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to define software requirements and architectural designs for the robotic manufacturing platform.
• Architect robust and reliable systems to control and manage manufacturing automation processes, including PLCs, robotics, and databases.
• Design and develop scalable, efficient, and maintainable software solutions using C# and .NET framework.
• Lead the implementation of software modules, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Develop and maintain software interfaces for seamless communication between various components of the manufacturing platform.
• Documents software development and/or test development by writing documents, reports, memos, change requests. Methods used are determined by approved procedures and standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior members of the software development team.
• Analyzes and coordinates system testing (i.e. validation, verification).
• Supports long range strategy development to ensure key technologies are funded in Long Range Planning
• Optimize system performance, reliability, and scalability through continuous monitoring, testing, and refinement.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends related to manufacturing automation, robotics, and software development.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field and 9 years' experience as a software engineer or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field and 7 years' experience
• Experience in C# and .NET framework.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing automation principles and technologies, including PLCs, robotics, sensors, and industrial control systems.
• Experience with HMI design and development.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and agile practices.

Preferred qualifications:

• Proficiency in designing and implementing software architectures for industrial automation systems.
• Experience in technical leadership, including leading software development projects and mentoring junior developers is preferred.
• Experience with machine vision, machine learning, and low latency, real-time communication is preferred.
• Experience as an industrial automation controls engineer is preferred.
• Experience with database technologies.
• Champion software design patterns, coding standards, and architectural principles within the development team.
• Experience with cloud-based services.

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Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substancetesting requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code * , Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.