Staff Software Engineer

MS0074 GE Medical Systems, L.L.C.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE HealthCare seeks an experienced Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and integrate embedded software for advanced MRI systems, using C++ with OO principles. You will collaborate with hardware, systems, and architecture teams to deliver real‑time firmware with safety, reliability, and testability in mind.

You’ll work in a cross‑functional, SAFe environment, mentoring junior engineers, promoting scalable architecture, and responsibly exploring AI‑assisted development to enhance code quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 8 years of experience designing, developing, and debugging embedded or firmware software
• Strong proficiency in C++ and object‑oriented programming, on‑target troubleshooting
• Experience delivering software across the development lifecycle from requirements to verification
• Master’s or PhD in a related field (preferred)
• 3 years CI and automated testing (preferred)
• 5 years troubleshooting embedded systems with emulators, JTAG, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers (preferred)
• 5 years with RTOS such as VxWorks (preferred)
• Experience in Linux environments with containerized workflows (preferred)
• Interest in AI‑enabled development tools aligned with security and quality standards (preferred)
• Experience developing medical devices within a QMS (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Lead firmware development efforts including technical planning, execution, and progress tracking with cross‑functional teams
• Design, develop, and maintain high‑quality embedded software using modern C++ and OO principles
• Build real‑time firmware components interfacing with hardware while meeting safety, reliability, determinism, and testability requirements
• Collaborate with system, hardware, and architecture teams to translate product requirements into firmware designs and interfaces
• Partner with global engineering teams to promote consistent design patterns and scalable architectural improvements
• Participate in design and code reviews, upholding standards and regulatory expectations
• Contribute within a SAFe framework including PI planning, sprint execution, and continuous improvement
• Mentor and support junior engineers to foster learning and strong engineering fundamentals
• Take ownership with clear communication of progress, risks, and team support
• Explore AI‑assisted development responsibly to improve code quality, testing, and documentation

Skills

C++

Object‑oriented design

Embedded systems

On‑target debugging

Software development lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or related

Master's degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

JTAG debuggers

Emulators

Logic analyzers

Protocol analyzers

VxWorks RTOS

Linux

Containerized workflows

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced Firmware Engineer to join our team supporting advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) systems. In this role, you will design, develop, and integrate embedded software that delivers reliable, real‑time performance for highly sophisticated medical devices, while exploring how modern AI‑assisted approaches can improve development quality and innovation. You’ll work hands‑on with C++ and object‑oriented design, collaborating closely with hardware, systems, and architecture partners. You’ll join a team that values curiosity, forward thinking, and the responsible use of AI‑based tools to enhance engineering productivity. We believe great engineering thrives in an environment where people feel supported and empowered to grow. If you’re passionate about building robust software, learning continuously, and contributing to technology that improves patient care.

What You’ll Do

• Lead firmware development efforts, including technical planning, execution, and progress tracking, in partnership with cross‑functional teams
• Design, develop, and maintain high‑quality embedded software using modern C++ and object‑oriented programming principles
• Build real‑time firmware components that interface closely with custom hardware while meeting requirements for safety, reliability, determinism, and testability
• Collaborate with system, hardware, and architecture teams to translate product requirements into clear firmware designs and well‑defined hardware interfaces
• Partner with global engineering teams and architects to promote consistent design patterns and scalable architectural improvements across products
• Participate in design and code reviews, sharing knowledge and upholding coding standards, best practices, and regulatory expectations
• Contribute within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), including PI planning, sprint execution, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning, inclusion, and strong engineering fundamentals
• Take ownership of your work by communicating progress transparently, identifying risks early, and reliably following through with team support
• Bring curiosity and enthusiasm for AI‑assisted development, exploring responsible ways to use AI tools to improve code quality, testing, documentation, and developer efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 8 years of experience designing, developing, and debugging embedded or firmware software
• Strong proficiency in C++ and object‑oriented programming, including hands‑on, on‑target troubleshooting
• Experience delivering software within development life cycle, from requirements through verification

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in a related technical field
• 3 years of experience with continuous integration and automated testing
• 5 years of experience troubleshooting embedded systems using tools such as emulators, JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers
• 5 years of experience working with a real‑time operating system (RTOS) such as VxWorks
• Experience working in a Linux‑based development environment, including containerized workflows
• Strong interest in and passion for AI‑enabled development tools, such as those used for code comprehension, testing, refactoring, reviews, or documentation, applied in alignment with security, privacy, and quality standards
• Experience working in regulated environments requiring structured documentation of requirements, designs, testing, and results
• Experience developing medical devices within a Quality Management System (QMS)

Behaviors and Rewards

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership –always with unyielding integrity.

• Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world‑changing realities.
• Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.
• Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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Equal Opportunity and Employment Conditions

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

At GE HealthCare, we see possibilities through innovation. We’re partnering with our customers to fulfill healthcare’s greatest potential through groundbreaking medical technology, intelligent devices, and care solutions. Better tools enabling better patient care. Together, we are not only building a healthier future but living our purpose to create a world where healthcare has no limits.