Senior Software Engineer, Advanced Development

At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.

The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.

At ZOLL, you won't just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.

Join our team. It's a great time to be a part of ZOLL!

Due to the on‑site requirements of this position, applicants are expected to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the designated work location (Chelmsford, MA). This role does not offer relocation.

Job Type

Hybrid

Job Summary

As a member of the leading-edge Advanced Development team in the Research and Development (R&D) organization, Senior Software Engineer - Advanced Development is responsible for providing technical and project leadership in software development as well as prototyping and developing software, including both application and embedded system level code, for new life saving technologies that advance the practice of resuscitation. Responsible for performing work within the Advanced Development team and collaborating with cross-functional team members in scientific affairs, product development, marketing, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing.

Essential Functions

• Leads in the development of software solutions for algorithms and technologies within the Advanced Development organization
• Contributes to the development of technology roadmaps; provides technical leadership for software elements
• Leads development of software plans, schedules, and work estimates
• Analyzes and creates preliminary software requirements from product and system requirements
• Prototypes, documents, and develops software architectures for complex software products
• Develops, documents, and maintains high quality software designs, source code, and unit tests for algorithms, technologies, or supporting software such as tools (e.g., parsers, simulators)
• Contributes to software integration activities for algorithms and/or technology software into device software and hardware subsystems
• Develops, reviews, and often executes software verification protocols for advanced development algorithms and technology software
• Identifies, recommends, and leads software prototyping of potential customer solutions
• Stays current with software engineering trends and technologies through activities such as self-study, attending webinars, seminars, user group meetings and conferences
• Follows and improves standard operating procedures and software engineering best practices
• Mentors, guides, and supports less experienced software engineers
• Collaborates with team members and contributes to positive team environment that creates high quality solutions

Required/Preferred Education and Experience

• BS degree required or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering or related engineering or science discipline
• MS degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience of hands on design and development experience
• 3+ years of embedded software application development

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in C/C++ and object oriented design (OOD)
• Experience with real time operating systems (e.g., Green Hills Integrity, Mentor Graphics Nucleus, QNX, Micrium) required
• Experience with device driver development desired
• Experience with application development for both real-time and non-real time applications (e.g., Windows, Linux, iOS) required
• Experience in a structured development environment with design controls preferred
• Experience with web technologies (database, REST, HTML 5, JavaScript) desired
• Experience with test automation and test development for automation (e.g., Google Test, Jenkins) desired
• Experience with user interface development and technologies (e.g., Qt, Crank, Peg) desired
• In-depth technical knowledge and experience in embedded systems, computer architectures, software programming (embedded and application), and integration with hardware/electronics
• Demonstrated innovativeness through solutions in software development, architectures, algorithms, code development, and/or related engineering problems
• Knowledge and experience with one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Python
• Positive attitude and affinity for teamwork, logic, innovation, initiative, and self-sufficiency
• Strong critical thinking with effective problem-solving skills in solving new, unique, and deep technical challenges
• Ability to prioritize and work on more than one project concurrently
• Ability to foresee challenges and lead the identification and implementation of alternative solutions
• Experience with medical device development is helpful but not required

Travel Requirements

• As needed

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing - Occasionally
• Walking - Occasionally
• Sitting - Constantly
• Talking - Occasionally
• Hearing - Occasionally
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently

ZOLL Medical does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need ZOLL immigration sponsorship (e.g. H1B, TN, STEM, OPT, etc.) either now or in the future.

ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.

The annual salary for this position is:

This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.