Senior Software Engineer, Medical Devices & Security

Baxter International Inc.; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 168,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

ESPP

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Technical Specialist to lead software activities across medical devices globally.

You will guide cybersecurity, integration, and connectivity deliverables, oversee team development, and balance security with patient safety while aligning with regulatory requirements. The role requires deep embedded software expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and a strategic mindset to drive product quality and compliance across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• BS in computer science, engineering, mathematics, information management, or related field with 12+ years of industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in healthcare/medical devices industry
• Deep understanding of ARM Cortex architectures for embedded systems: bonus points for familiarity with STM32 hardware
• Subject matter expert knowledge of best practices for software across all stages of product development from concept to production
• Experience with C/C++, Shell scripting, GitHub configuration management software
• Experience with software quality related tools such as Coverity, etc.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), specifically FreeRTOS
• Experience with design control requirements (CFR 820.30, ISO 13485), risk management (ISO 14971), and regulatory guidance
• Requires strong organization and communication skills, with the ability to interface with both technical and non-technical personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of software projects across multiple products at all stages of product development, from concept through design, regulatory approval, launch, maintenance, and discontinuation.
• Own software roadmaps and strategic efforts (including sustaining, new product development, and exploratory work)
• Collaborate with software leaders across the organization to develop, improve, and implement software processes, tools, governance, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and development of team members.
• Drive transparent communication about technical risk of product portfolio, identify continuous improvement opportunities, and lead risk reduction efforts.
• Communicate and drive understanding of software health, vulnerabilities, and escalations with business and regulatory leaders.
• Participate in industry activities, staying aligned with and strategically driving guidance and regulations.

Skills

C/C++

Shell scripting

GitHub configuration management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Coverity

FreeRTOS

ARM Cortex

Job description

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Technical Specialist to lead software activities across medical devices globally.

You will guide cybersecurity, integration, and connectivity deliverables, oversee team development, and balance security with patient safety while aligning with regulatory requirements. The role requires deep embedded software expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and a strategic mindset to drive product quality and compliance across the portfolio.