Principal Full Stack Software Engineer

Zvh; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage from day 1

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid holidays

Paid time off 20–35 days

Job summary

Baxter is seeking a Principal Full Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems for enterprise healthcare apps. You will build RESTful APIs and microservices using C#/.NET, while collaborating with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver compliant solutions.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and driving software quality, security, and performance in a flexible workplace with onsite and hybrid options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, software engineering, or equivalent
• 7+ years designing and developing web applications
• Experience across front-end and back-end in full-stack roles

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure backend systems for enterprise apps
• Build RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to translate requirements
• Develop high-quality, testable software meeting regulatory and compliance needs
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide technical leadership
• Conduct code reviews and drive software quality, security, and performance

Skills

Full stack

C#

.NET

UI JavaScript

VueJS

AngularJS

ReactJS

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

Azure storage tables

RESTful APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

UI frameworks

Azure Cloud

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work saves lives. The research we do and the products we develop improve outcomes for patients around the world. As a Principal Full Stack Software Engineer at Baxter, your work contributes directly to making a significant impact on others. Its challenging work—and you're not on your own. Our teams collaborate multi-functionally and lead by influence. We are looking for a highly skilled computer programmer who is comfortable with both front and back-end programming. Full stack developers are responsible for developing and designing front end architecture, ensuring the responsiveness of applications, and collaborating with UI/UX teams.

Your Team

While everyone at Baxter has a shared passion for our mission, the R&D teams play a critical role in our ability to save and sustain lives. Scientists and engineers in R&D work together to develop, test, and launch products that enhance patient care! Our team develops the digital connectivity suite called IQ Enterprise Connectivity for Infusion Pumps which offers an infusion therapy option that integrates with innovative digital health solutions to advance the safety and efficiency of medication delivery and management.

What you'll be doing

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing backend systems that support enterprise healthcare applications.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures using C# and .NET technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and engineers, to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Develop high-quality, testable software that meets product, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, standups, design reviews, retrospectives, and software demonstrations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering team members, sharing best practices and subject matter expertise.
• Conduct code reviews, maintain technical documentation, and drive software quality, security, and performance standards.
• Implement automated testing and continuous improvement practices while staying current with emerging web technologies, development frameworks, and industry trends.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent field with 7+ years of proven experience designing and developing web applications.
• Experience as a full stack engineer who can comfortably move between the front-end (UI JavaScript frameworks such as VueJS/Angular JS/React JS) and back end (C#, .Net Core).
• Emphasis on designing and building back-end systems, RESTful API's, and building systems at scale.
• Proven understanding of database technologies including PostgreSQL, SQL/MSSQL, and Azure storage tables.
• Experience with securing web applications using tokens.
• Experience with containerized components Docker, Kubernetes.
• Experience with software application architecture design and optimization.
• Ability to design data models supporting long-term binary data collection for AI applications.
• Proven design and programming fundamentals.
• Familiarity with configuration management and issue tracking.
• Medical device experience is preferred.

Flexible Workplace

We accomplish this by implementing a flexible workplace policy that requires a set minimum number of onsite days weekly. This policy provides the benefits of face-to-face interaction and teamwork to support our Mission. The flexible workplace policy follows local laws and legal requirements. Baxter holds the authority to change, suspend, or discontinue this policy as business demands shift.

Compensation

The estimated base salary for this position is $120,000-$165,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

• medical and dental coverage that start on day one
• basic life insurance
• accident insurance
• short-term disability insurance
• long-term disability insurance
• business travel accident insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• educational assistance programs
• paid holidays
• paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
• family and medical leaves of absence
• paid parental leave
• commuting benefits
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• childcare benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. Reasonable Accommodations: Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.