Staff Embedded Software Engineer

The Staff Software Engineer supports and leads project teams in the development of embedded software for medical device products - this includes developing, testing and and software engineering to ensure the concepts and/or prototypes meet requirements. This engineer will primarily code in embedded C/C++. The Staff Software Engineer actively participates in cross-functional product strategy development and in broader initiatives within the R&D organization at the Stryker Peripheral Vascular Division.

This role is on-site in Irvine, CA with the expectation to be in office 5 days a week.

Check out our product portfolio: Stryker Peripheral Vascular

• Independently research, design, develop, and verify complex mechanical and electro-mechanical components for next-generation vascular thrombectomy platforms.

• Lead development for product and non-product software.

• Lead system integration efforts, combining mechanical, electrical, and firmware elements into cohesive, high-performance architectures.

• Prototype, test, and refine assemblies involving sensors, actuators, pumps, and PCBs, using data-driven analysis to optimize system performance.

• Develop and validate automated test systems, control algorithms, and data acquisition tools to ensure reliable system characterization and verification.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Clinical teams to ensure design excellence and project success.

• Ensure compliance with design controls, risk management, and industry standards while mentoring peers in best engineering practices.

• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and technologies throughout the product development lifecycle.

What you need:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related discipline.

• 4+ years of work experience

• Embedded C/C++ experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with IEC 62304/62366, ISO 13485/14971

• Software development for Class II and Class III medical devices

• Experience with Labview or Python

• Experience in ISO 27001, cloud computing, database management

• V&V test automation and fixture development

• Artificial Intelligence and real-time analytics of sensor data.

$118,000 - $196,600 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.