Sr Principal Software Engineer

Baxter · Skaneateles, NY

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Role summary

Senior Principal Software Engineer role at Baxter focused on embedded software development for advanced medical monitoring devices. The position involves leading the full software development lifecycle, establishing technical strategies, and providing technical leadership to development teams while ensuring compliance with medical device regulations.

What they're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
10+ years embedded software development experience in complex, regulated, or safety-critical systems
Strong expertise in embedded C/C++, RTOS (e.g., ThreadX), Embedded Linux, and multi-threaded systems
Proven experience designing and architecting embedded systems with released products
Demonstrated technical leadership guiding senior engineers and cross-functional teams
Experience in regulated development environments with Agile/Lean, risk management, and quality systems
Knowledge of medical device standards (ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, IEC 60601) preferred

What you'll be doing

Own end-to-end software development lifecycle from requirements through implementation, verification, and sustaining support
Define technical roadmaps, architecture strategies, and technology selections aligned with product and regulatory goals
Identify, assess, and mitigate product-level technical risks with cross-functional partners
Provide technical leadership and guidance across development, verification, integration, and field issue resolution
Champion quality, security-by-design, and continuous improvement throughout product lifecycle

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