Co-op: Software Design Assurance for Medical Devices

Philips Iberica SAU; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Philips is seeking a Co-op in Software Design Assurance in Plymouth, MN, starting January 2027. You will support software lifecycle compliance, participate in cross-functional collaboration, and help prepare design reviews and risk management documentation.

The role offers exposure to cybersecurity, SBOM documentation, and AI-enabled software lifecycle tools in a regulated environment, with a hybrid office setup.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with software development, testing, Agile methods, requirements management, data analysis, or cybersecurity is a plus.
• Experience through university projects, coursework, laboratories, or internships welcome.
• Exposure to Python, Power BI, SharePoint, Git, Azure DevOps, Codebeamer, or similar tools is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Help the Software Design Assurance team support software lifecycle compliance, documentation reviews, requirements traceability, quality metrics, and audit-readiness activities.
• Collaborate with Software Design Assurance, Software Development, Systems Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Product Security, and Quality partners to support product development and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with design and technical review preparation, risk management documentation, verification evidence, cybersecurity and Software Bill of Materials documentation, and organization of compliance records.
• Support digitalization and continuous-improvement work, including process mapping, dashboards, knowledge management, and adoption of AI-based software lifecycle tools and workflows.
• Build practical knowledge of medical device design controls, software lifecycle processes, risk management, cybersecurity, and quality systems while working in a hybrid office environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering/CS/related

Tools

Python

Power BI

SharePoint

Git

Azure DevOps

Codebeamer

Job description

Philips is seeking a Co-op in Software Design Assurance in Plymouth, MN, starting January 2027. You will support software lifecycle compliance, participate in cross-functional collaboration, and help prepare design reviews and risk management documentation.

The role offers exposure to cybersecurity, SBOM documentation, and AI-enabled software lifecycle tools in a regulated environment, with a hybrid office setup.