Software Engineer II

abbott; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Software Engineer II to develop, test, and maintain embedded software within diverse medical device projects. You will work from requirements to design, implement code, and participate in tests and hazard/risk analyses.

The role may lead testing efforts and requires strong communication in a matrixed environment. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in engineering or CS and at least 2 years of embedded software testing, with C/C++/C#/Python experience and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in testing embedded software.
• Experience with C, C++, C# and/or Python is required.
• Familiarity with formal software development methodologies and source code management recommended.
• Experience with unit- and integration-level testing and automated testing recommended.
• Experience with testing Embedded Software in implantable medical devices and Bluetooth Low Energy is desired.

Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains, and updates design and interface specifications from requirements.
• Supports implementation, development, and modification of software, test, and tooling.
• Debugs and troubleshoots software problems and suggests strategic future improvements.
• Writes and maintains test design, test cases, and test procedures (automated/manual).
• Contributes to gathering and validating requirements and hazard/risk analysis.
• Presents at design reviews and may lead testing projects.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking an experienced, high caliber Software Engineer II. Performs moderate risk/moderate complexity specialized level software project activities in such areas as Development, Tools, Test, Requirements and/or related areas. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, analyzing requirements, planning and scheduling data, updating and maintaining different software specifications based on analysis of specifications, needs and improvements, as well as troubleshooting, debugging, and maintaining of software, test, or tool designs, cases, scripts, procedures, and/or code based on strategic analysis. May lead a project. Work requires the application of theoretical engineering principles, evaluation, ingenuity and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of specialized study. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems in a creative manner unique to each study. Exercises level appropriate technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, and/or coordinating engineering work.

Each employee can make a difference at Abbott and has the power, either individually or as a team, to influence the success of the company. We are team-oriented, fast-paced and progressive. We value people with great ideas who partner with others both internally and externally to take action and accomplish goals.

Impact this role will have on Abbott:

• Working from requirement specifications, develops, maintains, and updates detailed design and interface specifications
• Participates in and supports the implementation, development, enhancements, and modifications to software source code, scripts, and procedures
• Debugs, troubleshoots, and isolates software problems as well as offers strategic solutions, analysis, and advice regarding identified issues for future development
• Identifies parameters, structure, and critical test components
• Writes, updates, or executes test design, test cases, as well as test procedures (automated, semi-automated or manual) and analyzes and reports test results
• Writes, updates, and maintains requirement and interface specifications
• Contributes to and supports gathering, analyzing, and validating requirements
• Contributes to and supports writing, updating, developing and maintaining Hazard/Risk/Cyber Security analysis specifications
• Contributes to and supports root-cause analysis of failures
• Working from requirement specifications, develops, maintains, and updates test requirements and design/test protocols
• Supports implementation, enhancements, and modifications to test cases, procedures, scripts, and code
• Presents at design reviews; documents and resolves issues as directed
• May lead project as a testing leader

Your experience(s), education and knowledge will further expand Abbott’s marketplace success:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline, computer science, related engineering field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in testing embedded software
• Experience with C, C++, C# and/or Python is required
• Experience with formal software development methodologies, and source code management is recommended
• Experience with unit- and integration-level testing and automated testing is recommended
• Experience with testing Embedded Software(firmware) within implantable medical devices is desired
• Experience with testing Bluetooth Low Energy within implantable medical devices is desired
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail

The base pay for this position is

$81,500.00 – $141,300.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Product Development

DIVISION:

CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management

LOCATION:

United States > Sunnyvale : 645-647 Almanor Ave

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

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