Senior Software Engineer

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

Job Summary:

Nova Biomedical is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with expertise in developing Linux-based software for medical devices. This role will design, develop, and maintain applications with integrated TCP/IP-based communication protocols.

The Senior Software Engineer will apply a strong background in building high-performance, scalable, and reliable systems, including concurrent and multithreaded system design. This individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust technical solutions, troubleshoot complex software issues, and continuously improve software design practices, code quality, and development processes.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain C/C++ applications in Linux environments at both the user-space and kernel levels.
• Develop and maintain TCP/IP socket-based communication systems.
• Design reliable, scalable, concurrent, and multithreaded software systems.
• Develop software for ARM-based architectures.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of networking protocols, including DHCP and TCP/IP.
• Support network security protocols, including SSL/TLS.
• Develop and maintain functionality involving Wi-Fi 802.11 protocols and encryption standards, including WPA, WPA2, and WPA3.
• Integrate NFC and RFID readers into Linux-based environments.
• Work with cross-compiler toolchains to support embedded software development.
• Develop and maintain shell scripts to support software development, testing, deployment, and troubleshooting activities.
• Use version control systems such as Git and SVN to maintain software code and development history.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver robust technical solutions.
• Participate in software architecture, design, and code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex software and system-level issues.
• Identify root causes and implement effective corrective solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in software design practices, code quality, development tools, and engineering processes.
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation in accordance with software development and quality requirements.
• Support software development activities throughout the medical device product lifecycle.
• Travel occasionally to customer locations to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues.

Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field required.
• 8+ years of professional software development experience.
• Software development experience within the medical device industry required.
• Advanced experience developing C/C++ applications in Linux environments at both the user-space and kernel levels.
• Experience designing and developing concurrent and multithreaded systems.
• Experience developing high-performance, scalable, and reliable software systems.
• Experience with ARM architecture.
• Experience with networking protocols, including DHCP and TCP/IP.
• Experience developing TCP/IP socket-based communication systems.
• Experience with network security protocols, including SSL/TLS.
• Experience with Wi-Fi 802.11 protocols and encryption standards, including WPA, WPA2, and WPA3.
• Experience integrating NFC and RFID readers into Linux-based environments.
• Understanding of cross-compiler toolchains.
• Familiarity with version control systems, including Git and SVN.
• Proficiency in shell scripting.
• Strong software troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis skills.
• Experience participating in software design and code reviews.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, coding standards, and development best practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering, quality, regulatory, and product teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a regulated product-development environment.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative engineering team.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Able to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to [25–50] pounds as required.
• Comfort with performing repetitive physical tasks.
• Able to bend, reach, stoop, or climb as needed.
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions (e.g., noise, temperature, equipment).
• Proficiency in operating tools, machinery, or technical equipment.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: Hybrid work schedule onsite in Waltham

Targeted Salary Range: $140,000 - $175,000/year

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

About the Company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

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Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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