Senior Medical Device Software Engineer

Intellias; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellias is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for a mission-driven medical system in the Greater Boston area. You will design and implement high-performance system software that interfaces with embedded hardware and medical imaging components.

The role requires deep expertise in Python and C++, real-time/embedded development, and collaboration with hardware, clinical teams, and QA to ensure regulatory compliance and product reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (4+ years) or Master’s with 2+ years or PhD with experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and C++.
• Experience in real-time or embedded software development; hardware–software integration.
• Familiarity with network protocols and Bluetooth stack maintenance.
• Hands-on with ROS, Linux-based development and real-time OSs.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and Agile methodologies.
• Knowledge of cloud services (AWS/Azure) and scalable architectures.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and optimization of high-performance system software.
• Develop, test, and debug applications interfacing with embedded hardware.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, system architects, product managers, and QA to meet standards.
• Drive code quality via peer reviews, automated testing, and CI.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering excellence.
• Document design decisions, processes, and testing methodologies for traceability.
• Troubleshoot complex software issues in a regulated environment.
• Participate in lab evaluations, pre-clinical testing, and system demonstrations.
• Stay current with emerging tools and industry best practices.

Skills

Python

C++

OOP

Real-time software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE/related

Master’s degree in relevant field

PhD with relevant experience

Tools

ROS

Linux

Git

CI/CD

AWS

Job description

Join a mission-driven technology team that’s redefining what’s possible in cardiac care. We’re developing an advanced medical system designed to help physicians diagnose and treat cardiac arrhythmias with precision and confidence. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to an innovative platform at the intersection of real-time software, visualization, and life-saving technology. You’ll work within a collaborative engineering environment where creativity and technical excellence drive meaningful patient impact. This position is based onsite in the Greater Boston area, with a hybrid structure (minimum of four days onsite per week) that encourages direct collaboration, mentorship, and cross-functional engagement. The Senior Software Engineer will be a key contributor on the system software team, responsible for designing and implementing complex, high-performance applications that integrate closely with medical hardware and imaging systems. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in Python and C++, a strong understanding of modern software architecture, and a passion for developing reliable, user-focused medical technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of high-performance system software.
• Develop, test, and debug applications that interface directly with embedded and hardware components.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—hardware engineers, system architects, product managers, and QA to define requirements and deliver solutions that meet clinical and regulatory standards.
• Drive code quality through peer reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering excellence through knowledge sharing.
• Document design decisions, development processes, and testing methodologies to ensure traceability and consistency.
• Troubleshoot complex software issues and deliver timely resolutions in a regulated environment.
• Participate in lab evaluations, pre-clinical testing, and system demonstrations for stakeholders and clinicians.
• Stay current on emerging tools, frameworks, and industry best practices to continuously enhance product performance and maintain technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience
• OR Master’s degree with 2+ years of experience
• OR PhD with industry or research experience in relevant areas

Required Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Python and C++
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms
• Experience in real-time or embedded software development
• Familiarity with network communication protocols and hardware–software integration
• Experience in implementation Bluetooth stack, maintenance and configuration.
• Hands-on experience with ROS, Linux-based development, and/or real-time operating systems
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and Agile development methodologies
• Knowledge of cloud services (AWS or Azure) and scalable software architectures
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional teams
• Proven ability to work independently on complex, mission-critical software systems