Urology RD Software Engineering Coop

Boston Scientific; Marlborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific is seeking an URO R&D Software Engineering Co-op to design, develop and test software for Class II and Class III medical devices in the Urology division. You will work with experienced engineers on real projects advancing products toward regulatory approval and launch.

You will gain exposure to the full software lifecycle from architecture to deployment, collaborating with cross‑functional teams and applying safety, risk assessment and cybersecurity practices to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience with safety-critical SDLC and life-cycle activities.
• Ability to define requirements, architecture and design.
• Ability to collaborate with PMs and SMEs on milestones.
• Proficient in at least one language such as C, C++, C# or Python.
• Familiarity with DFMEA and hazard analysis methodologies.
• Experience with CI/CD and requirements management tools.
• Knowledge of medical device cybersecurity practices and threat modeling.
• Exposure to AI productivity tools and software development tooling.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to architecture, development and deployment for Class II/III devices.
• Support efficient software development processes and workflows.
• Participate in new product development toward regulatory approval.
• Apply analytical skills to evaluate challenges and data.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate results.
• Troubleshoot software, materials and manufacturing challenges.
• Assist in test development and operator training.
• Contribute to new product concepts and designs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support projects.
• Participate in projects aligned with business needs and interests.

Skills

Safety-critical software

Architecture & requirements

Team collaboration

Programming languages (C/C++/Python)

DFMEA & hazard analysis

CI/CD & DevOps

Cybersecurity concepts

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's or graduate degree in software, electrical, systems or biomedical engineering

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

Jira

Jenkins

Cockpit

Job description

Additional Location(s): N/A

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About Role:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least three/four days per week.

Relocation and housing assistance may be available to those who meet the eligibility criteria.

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time

We will consider qualified applicants of all ages who are starting (or restarting) their careers.

As an **URO R &D Software Engineering Co-op ** at Boston Scientific, you will gain hands‑on experience designing, developing and testing innovative software solutions that support next‑generation medical devices within our Urology division. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will contribute to the development of software and systems for Class II and Class III medical devices, including advanced capital equipment and active implantable technologies that help improve patient care.

In this role, you will gain exposure to the software development life cycle, from system architecture and requirements definition to implementation, testing and deployment. You will have opportunities to apply your technical skills, explore emerging technologies and support efficient software development processes while contributing to meaningful projects that help advance new products toward regulatory approval and commercial launch.

Throughout your co‑op experience, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including Research and Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory and Clinical, to solve technical challenges and develop reliable, high‑quality solutions. You will also have opportunities to strengthen your technical, analytical and problem‑solving skills through hands‑on projects, mentorship and exposure to industry best practices in medical device software development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to the architecture, development and deployment of software and system solutions for Class II and Class III medical devices within the Urology division.
• Support the implementation of efficient, maintainable software and system development processes, tools and workflows.
• Participate in new product development activities that help advance innovative medical technologies toward regulatory approval and commercial launch.
• Apply analytical and problem‑solving skills to evaluate technical challenges, analyze data and recommend solutions.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation to communicate engineering results, findings and recommendations.
• Assist in troubleshooting products and process challenges related to software design, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Support the development and execution of test procedures and assist in training technicians and operators in new processes.
• Contribute to the development of new product concepts, software designs and processes, including opportunities to submit innovative ideas.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including Process Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical and Marketing, to support projects of varying complexity.
• Participate in engineering projects aligned with business needs and individual technical interests.

Required qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in software engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering or biomedical engineering, with an expected graduation date between Fall/Winter 2027 and Spring 2030.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment‑based work authorization.
• Have reliable transportation to and from 300 Boston Scientific Way, Marlborough, MA 01752, or One Scimed Place, Maple Grove, MN 55311. Boston Scientific does not provide transportation or transportation support to and from its locations.
• Available to participate for the full duration of the co‑op program from Jan. 11 through Aug. 6 or Aug. 13, 2027.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with safety‑critical software development life cycles, including architecture, requirements definition, design implementation, testing, release documentation and post‑market support.
• Experience collaborating with project managers and subject matter experts to develop work breakdown structures, plan project activities and execute functional milestones.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence tools for productivity, such as Microsoft 365 Copilot and ChatGPT, or software development tools, such as Claude Code, Codex and GitHub Copilot.
• Experience using at least one programming language, such as C, C++, C# or Python, in a professional setting, including an internship or co‑op.
• Familiarity with medical device risk assessment methodologies, including design failure mode and effects analysis (DFMEA) and hazard analysis.
• Experience with source control, continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), and requirements management tools, such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Jenkins and Cockpit.
• Familiarity with medical device cybersecurity activities, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing and post‑market surveillance.

Requisition ID: 636046

Minimum Salary: $ 43368

Maximum Salary: $ 73736

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com- will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long‑term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high‑performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn .

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID‑19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID‑19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety‑sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety‑sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.