Principal Software Engineer (SaMD)

Innovation - Diversity - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions. Principal Software Engineer/ Architect - Software as a Medical Device - Oncology At the Boston Scientific Interventional Oncology & Embolization (IO&E) franchise within the Peripheral Intervention division, we design devices used by interventional radiologists in minimally invasive image-guided procedures. Our products include radioembolic beads, cryoablation systems, coils, particles & gels for embolization, as well as catheters and wires. Join us in developing our Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) products that save lives. We have an exciting opportunity on our Therasphere R&D team for a Principal Software Engineer/ Architect to lead digital product development efforts, working in partnership with Marketing, Program Management, IT, Sales, Legal, Regulatory, and other internal stakeholders to shape franchise software strategy focused on enhancing customer experience. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in digital product development using waterfall, agilefall, lean and user centered design methodologies in the healthcare space. If you are a driven individual with a strong product mindset and excellent problem-solving and communication skills, we would love to hear from you. Your responsibilities will include: Work in partnership, as the technical lead to architect, develop and maintain scalable web applications using React for the front-end and implement server-side logic and APIs using Next.js on the back end. Develops solutions to complex technical problems by challenging traditional technical assumptions. Manage and deploy applications on AWS EKS cloud infrastructure, ensuring high performance and responsiveness. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code that follows industry best practices. Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems. Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with the team, especially to mentor junior developers. Mentor engineering staff, providing technical guidance, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Solicit input from Quality, Regulatory, Design Assurance, Legal, Security and other functions to ensure the franchise delivers compliant Software as a Medical Device (SaMD). Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to ensure Quality System compliance and adherence to the organization's Quality Policy. Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System. Promote a balanced product development team: integrate and enrich engineering, product design, product management, and data science cultures internally. Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in web development and about industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in digital product management and help shape the digital future of the IO&E franchise. Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or another relevant discipline Experience working in a regulated environment (Medical devices, Pharmaceuticals, Aerospace, automotive industries). 6 years of demonstrated experience in full stack web application development using Angular/ Vue.js/React with a focus on React front-end development over the last 3 years. Proficiency in Next.js and understanding of server-side rendering concepts. Expert level knowledge of JavaScript, TypeScript, RESTful APIs, HTML, CSS, DevOps, DevSecOps and significant experience building and maintaining modern CI/CD pipelines. Strong knowledge of Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles and testing methodologies and Unit Test Frameworks such as Jest. Excellent communication and people skills, ability to align stakeholders and develop strong relationships, coach stakeholders that are not digital-savvy and fully leverage their knowledge and support. Demonstrated success leading in a team environment to deliver digital products that achieve expected outcomes, and able to coordinate high-quality product releases. Strong analytical mindset - understands key impact on customers and stakeholders. Hybrid position in Maple Grove, MN but we would consider candidates who could work at another Boston Scientific office location i.e. Marlborough, MA, Arden Hills, MN and others Preferred qualifications: Experience working with Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) Experience Identifying innovative uses of Information Systems to provide a competitive advantage for the organization. Ability to drive strategic architecture changes throughout the organization. Ability to define, promote, and support the principles and standards of enterprise architecture. Ability to consult and support multiple large, complex, cross-functional, or divisional projects. Ability to champion a policy, process, or technology that delivers significant advances for the IO&E franchise. Ability to direct methods of influence at the corporate and global level through development of industry recognized publications. Ability to recognize architectural problem areas and determines ways to effectively resolve them. Experience in the medical device industry and understanding of FDA, EU MDR, IMDRF regulations. RSRBSC BSCRSR Requisition ID: 588441 Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law. As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen. So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.