Principal Software Architect

B. Braun Medical Inc. (US); Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

B. Braun Medical Inc. is seeking a Principal Software Architect to provide technical leadership for the AEOSx Digital Surgery software architecture, enabling scalable, secure, and regulatory-compliant solutions across visualization, imaging, robotics, and digital health.

The role partners with Engineering, Product Management, Quality, Regulatory, and R&D to drive architectural decisions, establish standards, and mentor teams while aligning platforms with broader business goals.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of HW/SW/System experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 10+ years with a Master’s, or a PhD with 8+ years.
• Strong Communication skills; ability to interpret journals, procedures, regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook or equivalent.
• Experience programming with C++ and OO design.
• Experience developing software for regulated medical devices per IEC 62304, FDA Design Controls, ISO 13485.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Knowledge of programming concepts, best practices, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Scrum or other Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and own software architecture for the AEOSx Digital Surgery product line.
• Establish architecture standards, governance, and roadmaps for scalability and maintainability.
• Drive platform harmonization across the organization using reusable components and tooling.
• Define architecture and data strategies for cloud-based digital surgery apps.
• Serve as technical authority for architecture and guide product strategy with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with medical device regulations and standards (IEC 62304, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, FDA Design Controls, cybersecurity).
• Lead architectural reviews, trade-off analyses, and system integration efforts.
• Oversee open-source and third-party software compliance for medical devices.
• Mentor engineers and promote engineering excellence.

Skills

C++

Software architecture

Communication

Agile/Scrum

OO design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Git

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com

Position Summary

The Principal Software Architect provides technical leadership and strategic direction for the software architecture of the AEOSx Digital Surgery product line and related technologies. This role is responsible for defining scalable, secure, and regulatory-compliant software architectures that support surgical visualization, imaging, robotics, and digital health capabilities while enabling long-term product innovation. As the organization's technical authority for software architecture, the Principal Software Architect partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Quality, Regulatory, and R&D to drive architectural decisions, establish engineering standards, mentor technical teams, and align software platforms across the broader B. Braun organization.

In this role, you will have the chance to:

• Define and own the software architecture for the AEOSx Digital Surgery product line, including surgical visualization, imaging, data management, cybersecurity, and robotic integration.
• Establish software architecture standards, governance, and technology roadmaps that support scalability, maintainability, and future product innovation.
• Drive software platform harmonization across the B. Braun organization through reuse of software components, development tools, and architectural best practices.
• Define the software architecture and data strategies supporting cloud-based digital surgery applications, enabling scalable connectivity, data management, and future digital health capabilities.
• Serve as the technical authority for software architecture, partnering with Systems Engineering, Product Management, Quality, Regulatory, and R&D to guide technical direction and product strategy.
• Ensure software compliance with applicable medical device regulations and standards, including IEC 62304, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, FDA Design Controls, cybersecurity, and open-source software governance.
• Lead architectural reviews, technical trade-off analyses, and system integration efforts to ensure robust, secure, and high-performing software solutions.
• Lead the definition, documentation, and compliance efforts for open-source and other third-party software components used within the medical devices.
• Mentor software engineers and provide architectural guidance throughout the software development lifecycle, promoting engineering excellence and reusable design.
• Collaborate with Software Engineers and R&D Scientists to define and prioritize advanced technology initiatives and long-term product roadmap capabilities.

Essential Requirements

• 12+ years of related HW/SW/System experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 10+ years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 8+ years of experience; or equivalent experience, including significant experience leading software architecture efforts.
• Strong Communication skills; ability to interpret professional journals, technical procedures, government regulations, etc.
• Proficiency within Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook or equivalent.
• Experienced programming with C++ and Object Oriented design
• Experience developing software for regulated medical devices in accordance with IEC 62304, FDA Design Controls, ISO 13485, and related standards.
• Experience with version control systems (eg. Git)
• Knowledgeable of standard programming concepts, best-practices, and procedures
• Working knowledge of Scrum or other Agile development methodologies

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com.

Through its “Sharing Expertise®” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

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