Principal Software Development Engineer (Embedded)

TransMedics, Inc.; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401K Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

TransMedics, Inc. seeks a Principal Software Engineer (Embedded) to contribute to the full life cycle of embedded software for the Organ Care System (OCS). The role is onsite five days a week in the US.

You will design, implement, test, and document embedded software and help manage software projects through the product lifecycle, ensuring compliance with FDA guidance and IEC 62304. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in real-time embedded development, strong C/C++ expertise, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of real-time embedded software development experience.
• Proficient in C and C++; Qt framework is a plus; device driver level development desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to determine software requirements and develop risk analysis for new applications
• Design, implement, unit test, and document embedded software
• Write and execute software unit and system test plans and procedures
• Manage software development projects through the full product lifecycle
• Develop and maintain software development procedures per regulatory standards (FDA guidance, IEC 62304)
• Manage procedures and deliverables for software verification
• Address field complaints by determining root cause and implementing corrective actions
• Support quality audits and FDA submissions

Skills

C/C++

OOD & UML

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

BS/MS in Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Qt framework

Device drivers (UART, I2C, SPI, ADC, BT, USB OTG)

ARM/PIC microcontrollers

RTOS (QNX or equivalent)

GNU tools

Momentics

CMake

JTAG

Git

JIRA

Ubuntu

LabVIEW

CI/CD infrastructure

Job description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a talented and driven Principal Software Engineer (Embedded) to join our team. The Principal Software Engineer will have the opportunity to contribute to the full life cycle of embedded software applications that preserve donated hearts, lungs, livers, and other organs on the OCS.

TransMedics, Inc. is a medical technology company that is transforming solid organ transplantation for patients with end-stage heart, lung, and liver failure. The Organ Care System (OCS™), a first-in-class proprietary device/solution platform, was developed to improve quality, validate viability, and increase the utilization of donor organs for transplantation. TransMedics OCS™ Heart, OCS™ Lung, and OCS™ Liver systems currently have both U.S. PMA approvals and are CE-Marked. TransMedics is the undisputed global leader in organ transplantation in a new multi-billion-dollar medical device industry.

This position is onsite 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Work with stakeholders to determine software requirements and develop risk analysis for new applications
• Design, implement, unit test, and document embedded software
• Write and execute software unit and system test plans and procedures
• Manage software development projects through the full product lifecycle
• Develop and maintain software development procedures per regulatory standards, e.g., FDA guidance, IEC 62304
• Manage procedures and deliverables for software verification
• Address field complaints by determining root cause and implementing corrective actions
• Support quality audits and the development of FDA submissions
• Perform other TransMedics tasks and duties as assigned/required.

Management Responsibilities

This position manages the following positions on a daily basis.

• This position will not have management responsibilities.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

• General Office Environment
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• May travel up to 10% domestically / 10% internationally

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/MS in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of related experience in real-time embedded software development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Embedded software architecture development.
• Proficient in C and C++; Qt framework, a plus.
• Device driver level development (e.g., UART, I2C, SPI, ADC, BT, USB OTG) preferred.
• ARM Processor and PIC microcontroller development preferred.
• Experience with RTOS (e.g., QNX RTOS or equivalent).
• Standard embedded development and debug tools (e.g., GNU, Momentics, CMake, JTAG).
• Standard Configuration Management and Project Tools (e.g., Git, JIRA, Ubuntu, Labview).
• Familiarity with CI/CD build environment infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Design (OOD and Unified Modeling Language (UML)
• Experience with closed loop control algorithms, a plus.
• Integration of testing, static analysis, and security frameworks, a plus.
• Medical device software development experience with compliance to IEC-62304 and FDA guidelines.
• Must be team-oriented with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.

As part of our long-term growth plans, TransMedics is excited to announce our plan to relocate our headquarters (HQ) to Somerville, MA by 2028. We chose this location because we believe it is a place where innovation will thrive. Our new state-of-the-art headquarters is designed to support collaboration, creativity, and discovery. We believe this will be a place where we can continue to do things few thought possible in organ transplantation to help patients. Specific timing and role impact may vary.

Every Organ Wasted is a Life Not Saved.

Maximize your potential at TransMedics, Inc.

www.TransMedics.com

TransMedics is committed to equitable and transparent compensation. The expected base salary range for this role is $151,500.00 - $215,700.00 which represents the company’s current good-faith estimate of compensation for this position. Actual salary will depend on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific work location. This role may also be eligible for bonuses, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and wellness resources). We comply with all U.S. pay transparency laws and do not request or consider salary history.

Employee Benefit

• Medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
• Dental
• Vision
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401K Plan
• Pet insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

TransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.