Software Technologist I

Job Description Summary

The Development Engineer  is responsible for executing engineering requirements analysis, developing and validating test plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, working under general supervision. The role documents design specifications and results, implementing design improvements, and troubleshooting technical issues across hardware and software, while mentoring junior team members. The role participates in design reviews, provides insights for continuous improvement, and adheres to company policies and quality standards. The role evaluates external vendors and technologies for integration, maintains component performance and reliability, and fosters strategic partnerships to enhance product innovation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs thorough analysis of engineering requirements, demonstrating advanced judgment and autonomy in determining optimal design solutions for medical device components, working under general supervision.

• Creates and implements comprehensive test plans, procedures, and protocols to validate engineering designs, ensuring compliance with established processes and standards.

• Ensures accurate and complete documentation of design specifications, test results, and validation procedures, adhering to regulatory standards and supervising the documentation efforts of junior team members.

• Conducts the implementation of design improvements based on testing and evaluation activities, driving innovation initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency.

• Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting technical issues across hardware, software or other technical components, identifying and resolving complex challenges to minimize production downtime, while mentoring junior team members in problem-solving techniques.

• Participates in design reviews and technical discussions, providing insights and recommendations based on extensive engineering expertise, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Complies with company policies, procedures, and quality standards, offering guidance, mentorship, and training to junior team members to ensure consistent compliance and excellence in execution.

• Evaluates components and technologies from external vendors and suppliers for potential integration into medical devices, orchestrating strategic partnerships to propel innovation and mutual success.

• Monitors the performance and reliability of components and systems, proactively identifying areas for improvement and leading initiatives to optimize product performance and reliability.

• Builds effective relationships, share knowledge, and influence projects and peer groups, demonstrating a thorough understanding of engineering specialization within the medical devices sector.

You’re the right fit if:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline with 7–12 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong hands-on expertise in C# and .NET Core, with experience building and maintaining enterprise-grade applications.
• Proven experience with WCF services, relational databases, and writing efficient, optimised queries.
• Solid front-end development experience using JavaScript / TypeScript and ReactJS for building responsive, user-friendly applications.
• Working knowledge of healthcare imaging standards, particularly DICOM, and familiarity with healthcare workflows is highly desirable.
• Experience with Windows Forms (WinForms) development in desktop-based applications
• Good scripting knowledge (PowerShell, batch, or similar) to support automation and development workflows.
• Hands-on experience with unit testing frameworks and a strong focus on code quality, testability, and maintainability
• Exposure to DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, source control, and automated builds/releases
• Experience working in Agile development environments, contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated AI-first mindset, with interest or experience in leveraging AI/ML-driven approaches to enhance product capabilities and developer productivity
• Clear and effective communicator, able to articulate technical concepts and status updates to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

How we work together
We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week.
Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities.
Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.
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