Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices

Thornton Tomasetti; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join the Diabetes Care team in Alameda, CA. You will lead the design, development, verification, and maintenance of embedded firmware for medical devices enabling advanced biomarker and sensor technologies.

Expect collaboration across product teams, adherence to FDA design controls, and opportunities to influence new health solutions. The role emphasizes C/C++, Python, embedded C, and cross-functional teamwork, with a base pay range of

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• MS degree preferred for more than 8–15 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development, verification, and validation of embedded firmware.
• Develop software from requirements, write design/interface specs, and maintain code.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and apply corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with FDA guidelines and Design Controls.

Skills

C/C++

C#

Python

Embedded systems

Debugging

Unit testing

SDLC

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

MS preferred

Tools

IDEs

Debuggers

Source control

Unit test frameworks

Job description

Abbott is seeking an Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join the Diabetes Care team in Alameda, CA. You will lead the design, development, verification, and maintenance of embedded firmware for medical devices enabling advanced biomarker and sensor technologies.

Expect collaboration across product teams, adherence to FDA design controls, and opportunities to influence new health solutions. The role emphasizes C/C++, Python, embedded C, and cross-functional teamwork, with a base pay range of