Principal Software Engineer - Software (Andover, MA)

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Smith & Nephew’s Advanced Wound Management (AWM) division is on a journey to design and develop new innovative digital products that shape and redefine what is possible in wound care.

We are seeking a Principal level Software Engineer, to lead software research, design, and development efforts for complex software systems within Advance Wound Management (AWM) Digital Products team working on New Product Development (NPD). This role will function as the technical lead on critical projects, and will be consulted for other programs within the business.

The role will work with the R&D Director of AWM Software Development and Digitally Enabled Products. The successful candidate will bring a demonstrated track record and experience delivering cloud and web-based software products to the market, as well as a team player mentality to help the team deliver complex digital product solutions.

What will you be doing?

Software technical lead on critical projects responsible for complex software system and subsystems design. Responsible for translating system design inputs into robust software system requirements and architectures.Leads software development planning, design, documentation, implementation, testing and maintenance activitiesDrives concept definition, analysis, and selection activities in partnership with Systems Engineering, Human Factors engineering, Marketing and other functionsMentors, and may supervise, more junior software engineers by developing and coaching as appropriateLeads team of software engineers in efforts with internal and external resources, possibly in remote locationsEnsure proper documentation throughout all phases of developmentWork effectively cross-functionally with Technical Delivery Leader, Design & Usability, Marketing, R&D, Quality, and Regulatory and others to ensure inputs are considered and accounted for in software system architectureInforms product and development strategies by working closely with upper-level management to guide the understanding of organizational capabilitiesActs independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments

What will you need to be successful?

Education:BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science orMS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science preferredExperience:  10+ years of related experience with a BS degree or 8+ Years of related experience with an MS or PhD degreeConsistent track record of delivering innovative software products to the marketExperience working with agile development methodologies and exposure to working within CI/CDExperienced with SDLC best practices and processes including development infrastructure and tools like Azure DevOps, Gitlab, JIRA, Jenkins or similarExtensive experience with public cloud environments, specifically AWSProficiency with multiple programming and scripting languages like C#, C++, Java, Angular, API, SQL, Microsoft .NET DevelopmentSkilled in writing software requirements and strategizing software verification and validation plansDetailed understanding of IEC 62304, ISO 14971, FDA and MDR design control requirements for medical devicesExperience using requirements management tools like Cognition Cockpit or similarTravel Requirement: 10%

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Inclusion, Diversity and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/) Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement  Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day  Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)  Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship  Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!  

Smith+Nephew is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Smith+Nephew will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please alert the recruiter if you are selected to move forward. 

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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