Sr. Principal Software Engineer (Linux)

Baxter International

Round Lake, IL

Full Time

Senior

128k-176k

about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare. Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Key Responsibilities

Update, design, implement, and test embedded drivers and OS components to meet all functional and performance requirements.
Lead cross-functional project teams in the development of software solutions, managing project timelines, deliverables, and resources.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Ensure all software development processes comply with industry standards and regulations, including FDA and ISO 13485, and participate in risk management activities.
Develop and execute test plans, including unit and integration tests, working with verification teams to ensure thorough validation of software.
Manage relationships with third-party vendors to maintain board support packages (BSP) for cybersecurity and bug patches.
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, proposing and implementing process and methodology improvements.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software designs, user manuals, and technical reports.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a focus on Embedded Linux.
Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python.
Extensive experience with Embedded Linux development, including kernel and driver development.
Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and hardware-software integration.
Knowledge of medical device regulations and standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485) preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience leading teams and projects.

Nice to Have

Knowledge of medical device regulations and standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485).

Qualifications

Educational background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive health and well-being benefits including medical and dental coverage starting day one.
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Financial and retirement benefits such as Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP).
Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance, paid holidays, paid time off (20-35 days), family and medical leaves, paid parental leave.
Additional benefits including commuting benefits, Employee Discount Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

Working at Baxter International

While everyone at Baxter shares a passion for our mission, our R&D teams are motivated by teamwork, leadership, and influencing others to develop impactful medical products. We foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and purpose-driven work to improve patient outcomes worldwide.

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