Senior Software Engineer (Windows, C++, Python)

firstPRO US; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

firstPRO US is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Andover, MA for a hybrid role requiring three in-office days per week. You will architect, design, develop, and test product software while improving development processes to boost quality and reduce cost.

Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, driving timely delivery, and ensuring compliance with SOPs and FDA regulations.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in software design, analysis, and troubleshooting in an engineering environment, or 3 to 6 years with a Master’s degree.
• Proven experience providing technical leadership within a complex software development environment.
• Strong background in Windows application development, including Win32 and MFC.
• Experience with Windows batch scripting.
• Demonstrated curiosity and ability to explore Windows internals to diagnose and resolve complex system behaviors.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Experience debugging applications using Visual Studio.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and UDP networking.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers and test professionals to deliver high-quality software across all phases of development, including design, implementation, integration, testing, and support.
• Design and develop software architectures, translate technical specifications into robust solutions, and deliver well-tested, maintainable code.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software defects independently.
• Provide technical leadership, including defining requirements, guiding design decisions, and mentoring team members.
• Coordinate engineering activities and drive timely delivery of software modules and subsystems by establishing clear goals and expectations.
• Perform and guide unit, subsystem, and integration testing to ensure software quality and reliability, while promoting best testing practices across the team.
• Support system-level activities by partnering with clinical, quality, service, and test engineers to reproduce issues, execute tests, and document findings in defect tracking systems.
• Contribute to program planning, strategic initiatives, and continuous process improvements across the organization.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers through technical coaching, code reviews, and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with internal standard operating procedures and applicable FDA and industry regulations.
• Maintain and improve software development processes, tools, and configuration management practices.

Skills

C++

Python

Windows internals

Networking (TCP/IP, UDP)

Debugging

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Visual Studio

Win32

MFC

CMake

Ninja

Job description

The Job Responsibilities The Senior Software Engineer is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 3 days a week in the Andover MA office.

The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for the architecture, design, development, and testing of product software. This role drives improvements to development processes to enhance efficiency, software quality, and overall product cost.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers and test professionals to deliver high-quality software across all phases of development, including design, implementation, integration, testing, and support
• Design and develop software architectures, translate technical specifications into robust solutions, and deliver well-tested, maintainable code
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software defects independently
• Provide technical leadership, including defining requirements, guiding design decisions, and mentoring team members
• Coordinate engineering activities and drive timely delivery of software modules and subsystems by establishing clear goals and expectations
• Perform and guide unit, subsystem, and integration testing to ensure software quality and reliability, while promoting best testing practices across the team
• Support system-level activities by partnering with clinical, quality, service, and test engineers to reproduce issues, execute tests, and document findings in defect tracking systems
• Contribute to program planning, strategic initiatives, and continuous process improvements across the organization
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers through technical coaching, code reviews, and feedback
• Ensure compliance with internal standard operating procedures and applicable FDA and industry regulations
• Maintain and improve software development processes, tools, and configuration management practices

Your Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering preferred

Required Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in software design, analysis, and troubleshooting in an engineering environment, or 3 to 6 years with a Master’s degree
• Proven experience providing technical leadership within a complex software development environment
• Strong background in Windows application development, including Win32 and MFC
• Experience with Windows batch scripting
• Demonstrated curiosity and ability to explore Windows internals to diagnose and resolve complex system behaviors
• Proficiency in C++ and Python
• Experience debugging applications using Visual Studio
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and UDP networking

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical device development or other regulated industries
• Familiarity with Windows security and system features such as UWF, Secure Boot, and BitLocker
• Experience with C#
• Experience with build systems such as CMake and Ninja

Knowledge of secure coding practices and secure software development principles