At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
Join our dynamic ENT R&D team where cutting-edge technology meets rigorous validation. As an Embedded Software Lead you will lead the design, development, and optimization of embedded systems for advanced Electrosurgical devices. This role requires a subject matter expert with extensive expertise in embedded system architecture, hardware-software integration, and compliance with medical device standards (e.g., IEC 62304, ISO 13485). The lead will provide technical leadership across multiple projects, mentor development teams, and drive innovation in a regulated environment.
What will you be doing?
Embedded System Strategy and Leadership
: Define and lead the implementation of embedded system strategies, including architecture, scope, and methodologies, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and performance requirements.
System Design and Development
: Architect and maintain embedded systems using C/C++ for microcontrollers and SoC platforms, focusing on real-time performance, hardware integration, and optimization for power and memory constraints.
Hardware-Software Integration
: Oversee the integration of embedded software with hardware components, collaborating with hardware engineers to resolve complex interactions and ensure system reliability.
Verification and Optimization
: Lead verification activities, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, debugging, and regression testing, to meet functional and safety requirements.
Team Leadership and Mentorship
: Lead and mentor a team of embedded engineers, providing technical guidance, conducting formal design and code reviews, and serving as a best practice resource.
Process Innovation
: Drive improvements in embedded development processes, such as adopting advanced optimization techniques or integrating CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Git).
What will you need to be successful?
BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Biomedical Engineering.
Certifications: Certified Embedded Systems Engineer or equivalent.
Experience: 6+ years (BS) or 3+ years (MS) in embedded systems development, with significant experience in medical device systems. Proven leadership in designing embedded systems for production environments.
Expert-level C/C++ programming for embedded systems.
Advanced knowledge of hardware schematics, PCB design, and debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, JTAG).
Mastery of RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS), bare-metal development, and compliance standards (e.g., IEC 62304).
Experience with Electrosurgical/RF technologies; hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills for complex challenges.
Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
Exceptional leadership, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
You Unlimited.
We believe in crafting the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
Inclusion + Belonging:
Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving. Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website ( https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ).
Other reasons why you will love it here!
Your Future:
Major medical coverage + policy exclusions and insurance non-medical limit. Educational Assistance.
Work/Life Balance:
Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Privilege Leave, Floater Leave.