Senior C++ Development Engineer

Skills Alliance; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills Alliance is seeking a Senior C++ Development Engineer to build and deploy software for medical devices used in orthopedic robotic systems. You will write core C++ software, develop data-interpreting algorithms, and collaborate with hardware teams while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes production-quality software, rigorous testing, code reviews, and detailed design and regulatory artifacts within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Computer Science and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with IEC 62304 for medical device software development.
• Strong C++ skills (C++17 or newer) and CMake usage.

Responsibilities

• Software development for medical devices in a production environment.
• Develop algorithms that analyze and interpret data from connected devices.
• Coordinate with hardware teams on requirements.
• Follow coding standards in a regulated environment.
• Contribute to code reviews and thorough testing.
• Prepare design and regulatory documentation.

Skills

C++

C++17

CMake

Algorithms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Podman

Qt

Git

Job description

Senior C++ Development Engineer | Medical Devices

This is a senior engineering role with a medical technology company that builds robotic systems for orthopedic surgery. You will help build and deploy software for medical devices used in real surgical settings.

You will write core C++ software, develop algorithms that interpret device data, and work closely with hardware teams. You will also help keep development aligned with strict regulatory standards.

What you will own:

• Software development for medical devices in a production environment
• Algorithms that analyze and interpret data from connected devices
• Coordination with hardware teams on requirements
• Coding standards in a regulated environment
• Code reviews and rigorous testing
• Design documents and regulatory documentation

What you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Computer Science, plus 4/6+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent)
• Experience with IEC 62304 for medical device software development
• Strong C++ skills (C++17 or newer) and CMake

Nice to have:

• Experience with Docker or Podman
• Strong grasp of data structures and algorithms
• Git experience (GitHub, Bitbucket, or GitLab)
• UI development with Qt
• Experience writing software documentation