Sr. Embedded Software Engineer - Digital Signal Processing

Abbott

Alameda, California

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Algorithms, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Coding Standards, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Data Management, Data Processing, Debugging Tools, Desktop PC, Diabetes, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), EEO Regulations, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, English Law, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), FDA Requirements, Healthcare, IDE (Integrated Development Environment), IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), International Health, Keyboards, Mathematics, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Equipment, Medical Products, Object Modeling, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Development, Programming Languages, Programming Tools, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Quality Engineering, Regulations, Requirements Management, Signal Processing Algorithms, Software Administration, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Validation, Testing, Unit Test, Validation Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Alameda, California
POSTED
10 days ago
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Opportunity:

The Sr. Embedded Software Engineer will focus on implementation and development of signal processing algorithms for our fast-growing FreeStyle Libre product series. This is an exciting time to join Abbott Diabetes Care and change the future of diabetes.

    WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

    • Lead the design and development of software across one or more domains: mobile, web, desktop, and embedded under a disciplined product development process that meets FDA requirements

    • Work on software design, coding, and validating software, supporting verification and validation testing, and ensuring that all product development conforms to design specifications and coding standards for medical devices

    • Implement data processing algorithms efficiently in a programming language (C, C++, etc.) Define and implement data management and data flow in an embedded environment.  Develop productive internal/external working relationships

      

    Required Qualifications:  

    • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) and 7+ years of Master's degree with 5+ years of experience in software development (combination of programming-heavy coursework, school projects, freelance work and professional experience)

    • Strong knowledge of embedded software system design, experience in algorithm development implementation and data processing in embedded and other computing platforms. C, C++, structured software development and/or Object Modeling Design, digital data processing, debugger and ICE.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    • Strong familiarity with current development tools (IDEs, debuggers, unit test frameworks)

    • Strong math aptitude

     

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience with software development life cycle processes is a plus

    • Experience with long-term maintenance of a software module or library is a plus

    • Experience testing software is a plus

    • Knowledge of design controls and regulations for medical device development is a plus

    • Knowledge of the principles of quality software engineering as described by software lifecycle development processes that are consistent with ISO, IEEE, or other FDA recognized standards is a plus

     

         

    The base pay for this position is

    $100,000.00 – $200,000.00

    In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

         

    JOB FAMILY:

    Product Development

         

    DIVISION:

    ADC Diabetes Care

            

    LOCATION:

    United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road

         

    ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

         

    WORK SHIFT:

    Standard

         

    TRAVEL:

    Yes, 10 % of the Time

         

    MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

    Not Applicable

         

    SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

    Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

         

    Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

         

    EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

         

    EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

    About the Company

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    Abbott

    At Abbott, we are enthusiastic, energetic and committed to doing great work every day. Our employees are passionate about helping to translate science into lasting contributions to health care and the health of people worldwide. At the heart of our organization is our "Promise for Life"—a statement that embodies our company's commitment to employees, shareholders, local communities and the people who depend on our company and products to live healthier lives.

    Vital to our promise is the speed in which we act, respond and deliver. As Abbott employees, we are ready to meet change and challenges head-on. As a result, we are a company that adapts quickly, and through our passion for innovation we are able to continually create a pipeline of products that help improve the length and quality of life around the world.

    We are proud of our rich, more than 120-year history. We continue to be driven to advance leading-edge science and technologies, support diversity, focus on exceptional performance and earn the trust of those we serve.

    COMPANY SIZE
    10,000 employees or more
    INDUSTRY
    Healthcare Services
    FOUNDED
    1910
    WEBSITE
    http://www.abbott.com/