Senior Software Engineer

GE HealthCare; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE HealthCare in Helsinki, Vallila site, seeks a Senior Software Engineer to define, develop and maintain embedded software for sensor systems. You will work with agile software teams, hardware, and manufacturing to ensure medical device software meets regulatory requirements and quality standards.

Responsibilities include designing real‑time embedded components, implementing tests on Windows and Linux tooling, applying SDLC/Agile best practices, and driving code quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer/electrical/software/biomedical engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of product software development experience using Agile/Lean, including documentation and quality practices.
• Experience using AI-powered tools to accelerate backlog refinement and planning, software design and testing.
• Ability to integrate AI-assisted tools while maintaining software quality, cybersecurity, traceability, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong C++ skills with deep OO design and design patterns.
• Proficiency with Git, code review tools, and CI.
• Experience in Python 3 for test development on target hardware and in simulated environments.
• Hands-on hardware and embedded debugging with IO logic analyzers, scopes and metrology.
• Fluency in English; legally able to work in Finland; willing to work at Vallila office min 3 days/week.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software components for hardware control and real-time processing.
• Develop and maintain software tests on Windows, with Linux tooling usage as needed.
• Apply SDLC Agile/Lean practices, including software security and documentation.
• Design software using OO principles and translate designs into class/flow diagrams.
• Build robust, maintainable software that is power-efficient and testable.
• Perform hands-on functional/ performance testing on target hardware.
• Collaborate in a global, cross-functional environment with end-to-end ownership.
• Contribute to development method improvements and tool automation.

Skills

C++ (OO design)

Embedded software

Python testing

AI tooling in SDLC

Git & CI

English communication

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Git

CI pipelines

Linux

Windows

Job description

Job Description Summary

Unlock your ambition, take part in exciting technology development, turn your ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world. As an experienced Senior Software Engineer, you will define, develop, and maintain embedded product software as part of our sensor SW team. You will work closely with other agile teams of software engineers, as well as hardware, manufacturing line and principal engineers. You will also ensure that the software used in medical devices—such as those in hospital operating rooms and intensive care units—meets applicable requirements and supports regulatory compliance. The position is based in Valle"? Wait we must correct: final should reflect Finnish location: 'Vallila, Helsinki'. The original string: 'Vallila, Helsinki, where GE HealthCare employs approximately 700 people across engineering, R&D and manufacturing. The Helsinki site is a center of excellence for wearable patient monitoring, with a long-standing reputation as a powerhouse of innovation. We offer end-to-end capabilities on site—from Installed Base support to Product Development, Advanced Manufacturing, and Innovation—all under one roof.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software components for hardware control, real-time processing of sensor data, device drivers, peripherals, RTOS and communication protocols.
• Develop and maintain both software and the related automated tests, primarily on Windows, with contributions to Linux-based tooling and environments as needed.
• Apply SDLC Agile/Lean best practices, including software and product security, scalability, documentation, verification and validation aligned with medical device standards.
• Design software components using solid object-oriented principles and appropriate design patterns and translate system designs into clear class and flow diagrams.
• Build and continuously improve robust, high-quality software that is efficient, power optimized, testable, and easy to maintain.
• Guide and perform hands-on functional and performance testing, troubleshooting, and debugging on target hardware to optimize software behavior.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively in a global, cross-functional, and multicultural environment; taking end-to-end ownership of assigned development tasks such as planning, implementation, testing, quality, and documentation.
• Continuously improve our development methods, tools, automation, and code quality, contributing to team-wide excellence.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer/electrical/software/biomedical engineering, physics, or a related field with passion for software development and testing
• 10+ years of relevant product software development experience using Agile/Lean methodologies, including documentation and quality practices.
• Experience in using AI-powered tools to accelerate backlog refinement and planning, software design and implementation, test generation, reviews, debugging, and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively integrate AI-assisted tools into day-to-day software development workflows while maintaining software quality, cybersecurity, traceability, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong C++ skills with deep experience in object-oriented design and design patterns.
• Proficiency with version control systems like Git, code review tools, and continuous integration.
• Experience in test development and test automation with Python 3 on target hardware, as well as SW testing in simulated environments.
• Hands‑on experience with hardware and embedded systems debugging and troubleshooting with the help of IO logic analyser, oscilloscope, and voltage/current measurements; strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English both written and spoken.
• Legally authorized to work in Finland and able work at Vallila office minimum 3 days a week.

Desired Characteristics

• Familiarity with regulated industries and quality management systems (e.g. for medical devices) and related processes.
• Experience with vital signs and/or respiratory & anaesthetic gases measurement technologies.
• A proactive, self‑directed mindset with enthusiasm for learning, experimenting, and solving complex problems.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No