Embedded Software Engineer

Globus Medical North America, LLC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Globus Medical is seeking a software engineer to design, build and test software for connected medical devices. You will translate requirements, work with a cross-disciplinary team, and verify performance through hands-on testing.

Required skills include C++/Rust, hardware firmware experience, and familiarity with I2C/SPI/UART, TCP/IP and BLE. Travel up to 10% is expected; strong communication and independent work are valued.

Qualifications

• BS with 3+ years of experience or MS with 1+ years of experience.
• Experience developing production software/firmware for hardware systems.
• Experience programming in C++ and/or Rust.
• Experience with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, RS-485, TCP/IP, Wi‑Fi or BLE.
• Experience with data structures, data processing and algorithm development.
• Experience with git source control and pull request processes.
• Hands-on prototyping and debugging; excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test software for connected medical devices, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Translate product requirements into design specifications and verification tests.
• Work independently and on small teams; collaborate with engineers to integrate system software.
• Evaluate real-world system performance with hands-on verification and validation testing.
• Adhere to timelines to deliver on-time designs, prototypes, test results, and documentation.
• Communicate progress and results clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

C++

Rust

Data structures

Algorithms

Prototyping

Debugging

Teamwork

Travel up to 10%

Education

BS with 3+ years of experience or MS with 1+ years of experience

Tools

Git

I2C

SPI

UART

TCP/IP

Wi-Fi/BLE

Testing tools

Job description

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.

Essential Functions:

• Design, build, and test software for connected medical devices, ensuring adherence to industry standards and performance metrics
• Translate product requirements into design specifications and verification tests
• Work independently as well as on small teams
• Collaborate with a team of electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to integrate system software into market-ready medical device products
• Evaluate real-world system performance with hands‑on verification and validation testing
• Adhere to project timelines to deliver on‑time designs, prototypes, test results, and documentation

Required Knowledge, Experience, and Skills:

• BS with 3+ years of experience or MS with 1+ years of experience
• Experience developing production software/firmware for hardware systems
• Experience programming in C++ and/or Rust
• Experience with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, RS-485, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or BLE
• Experience with data structures, data processing, and algorithm development
• Experience developing software tools, utilities, and libraries/components
• Experience with git source control and pull request processes
• Experience with hands‑on prototyping and debugging
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in small teams
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, and Skills:

• Experience developing software/firmware for medical devices, wearables, or IoT/smart devices
• Working knowledge of wireless communication protocols and cybersecurity principles
• Experience working with sensors and processing sensor data
• Experience programming in Rust

Our Values:

• Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.
• Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
• Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
• Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
• Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.

Other Duties:

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.