LSS Software Engineering Co-op - Madison, WI

GE HealthCare; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE HealthCare is seeking a Software Engineering Co‑op in Madison to contribute to life‑support medical device software. You will work with experienced engineers on embedded software, test tools, and product development across the full SDLC.

You will gain hands‑on experience in a regulated medical device environment, collaborating with managers and mentors on meaningful projects while developing your skills in design, implementation, testing, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain real‑time and non‑real‑time software applications using C++.
• Support development of embedded software running on production hardware platforms.
• Design, develop, and maintain software test tools used to verify product functionality and performance.
• Participate in software design, implementation, testing, debugging, and documentation activities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to solve technical challenges.

Skills

C++

Python

C#

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/CE/EE

Job description

Job Description Summary

Join GE HealthCare's LSS team as a Software Engineering Co-op and gain hands‑on experience developing software for life‑support medical devices. You will work alongside experienced engineers on embedded software, software test tools, and product development initiatives while gaining exposure to the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and documentation.

Job Description Summary

Join GE HealthCare's LSS team as a Software Engineering Co-op and gain hands‑on experience developing software for life‑support medical devices. You will work alongside experienced engineers on embedded software, software test tools, and product development initiatives while gaining exposure to the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and documentation.

Job Description

As a LSS Software Engineering Co‑op, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of software used in life‑support medical devices and the test tools used to develop and validate those products. Working with experienced engineers, managers, and mentors, you will participate in meaningful projects that provide real‑world software development experience in a regulated medical device environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain real‑time and non‑real‑time software applications using C++.
• Support development of embedded software running on production hardware platforms.
• Design, develop, and maintain software test tools used to verify product functionality and performance.
• Participate in software design, implementation, testing, debugging, and documentation activities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to solve technical challenges.
• Gain hands‑on experience with anesthesia and respiratory care products, including anesthesia systems and vaporizers.
• Work independently and as part of a team to deliver project objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrated programming experience in one or more languages such as C++, Python, or C#.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Proven leadership experience through academic, extracurricular, or professional activities.
• Available to work for a minimum of 28 weeks.
• Willingness to relocate to Madison, WI for the duration of the co‑op.

Desired Skills

• Previous internship, co‑op, research, or project experience in software engineering, computer engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience developing software for embedded systems.
• Experience debugging software on real hardware targets.
• Familiarity with software development tools, build environments, and debugging techniques.
• Demonstrated passion for technology and engineering.
• Strong analytical approach to solving complex technical problems.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and community involvement.

Location

Madison, WI

We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided

Yes