Principal Embedded Software Engineer - OS Build

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A Day in the LifeThe Principal Software Engineer - Platforms will lead OS layer development and maintenance activities for new and released products within the Capital Products portfolio.

         

         

Principal Software Engineer

Job Description SummaryThe Principal Software Engineer designs and implements platform software and infrastructure with an emphasis on secure software products and processes.Overview

The Principal Software Engineer will join the Embedded Platforms Team to lead OS layer development and maintenance activities for new and released products in the Capital Products portfolio. The Platforms team is responsible for delivering the core software infrastructure and foundational system components that enable product functionality to be implemented in the application layer. The Principal Software Engineer will contribute to the development and maintenance of a robust and secure embedded software platform deployed across multiple products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded platform software and build infrastructure

• Create and support Yocto-based embedded Linux distributions

• Create CI/CD pipelines integrated with security automation tools

• Develop and maintain BSP software, including hypervisors and device drivers

• Support networking security, secure boot, and OTA update mechanisms

• Collaborate with product teams to define platform capabilities

• Develop and document software engineering policies and procedures

• Act as primary Platforms POC with program leads and other stakeholders

Technologies & Tools

• AMD Zynq and Zynq UltraScale+ SoCs

• Yocto-based Embedded Linux

• Embedded hypervisors and Linux device drivers

• Custom build systems and CI/CD pipelines

• Docker and Artifactory

• Python, Bash, and GNU Make

• Atlassian tools (Bitbucket, Jira, Bamboo, Confluence) and GitHub/Gitlab

• Networking security and secure boot technologies

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or technically related and 7+ years of software development experience or, Master's Degree in Engineering or technically related and 5+ years of software development experience, or PhD with 3 years of software development experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong experience in Yocto

• Strong experience embedded Linux platform development

• Hands-on experience with Xilinx SoC-based embedded systems (AMD Zynq 7000 series / Zynq UltraScale+, Kria SOM)

• Experience with Yocto, build systems, and CI/CD pipelines

• Solid understanding of BSP and OS layers, boot flows, and device security

• Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional team with hardware, application, and product management stakeholders

• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies (Scrum)

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

 

TECHNICAL SPECIALIST CAREER STREAM: An individual contributor with responsibility in our technical functions to advance existing technology or introduce new technology and therapies. Formulates, delivers and/or manages projects assigned and works with other stakeholders to achieve desired results. May act as a mentor to colleagues or may direct the work of other lower level professionals. The majority of time is spent delivering R&D, systems or initiatives related to new technologies or therapies – from design to implementation - while adhering to policies, using specialized knowledge and skills.

DIFFERENTIATING FACTORSAutonomy: Recognized expert, managing large projects or processes. Exercises considerable latitude in determining deliverables of assignments, with limited oversight from manager. Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower level specialists.Organizational Impact: Contributes to defining the direction for new products, processes, standards, or operational plans based on business strategy with a significant impact on work group results. May manage large projects or processes that span outside of immediate job area.Innovation and Complexity: Problems and issues faced are difficult, moderately complex and undefined, and require detailed information gathering, analysis and investigation. Develops solutions to moderately complex problems, and/or makes moderate to significant improvements of processes, systems or products independently to enhance performance of job area. Implements solutions to problems.Communication and Influence: Represents organization as a primary contact for specific projects and initiatives; communicates with internal and external customers and vendors at various levels. May negotiate with others to reach understanding or agreement, and influence decision-making.Leadership and Talent Management: Typically provides guidance, coaching and training to other employees within job area. Typically manages major / moderately complex projects, involving delegation of work and review of work products, at times acting as a team leader.Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires a Baccalaureate degree and minimum of 7 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR PhD with 3 years relevant experience.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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Benefits & Compensation
 

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$152,800.00 - $229,200.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

 

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

 

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

 

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