Careers that Change LivesIn this role, you will join a world class team of mechanical, electrical and software engineers responsible for further development and enhancement of the globally launched Robotic Assisted Surgery platform within the Surgical Operating unit:https://www.medtronic.com/covidien/en-us/robotic-assisted-surgery/hugo-ras-system.htmlMedtronic's Surgical Operating Unit is one new, powerful operating unit bringing together the people and product portfolio of Surgical Robotics and Surgical Innovations. With the Medtronic Mission as our North Star, we will build on our legacy of proven surgical solutions and advance the promise of robotics and digital solutions for the benefit of the customers and patients we serve. Makeyourimpact by exploring a career with the world's leading Medical Device company, striving "to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life." A Day in The LifeThis position will be under the software operations transfer team within the Software COE. A major part of the position would involve developing and validating software tools/applications and procedures for releasing production software to manufacturers and field service teams.This position will develop, test, and validate the software tools and applications on robotic hardware systems directly most of the time. These tools and applications directly support the test fixtures on the production lines and the service activities in the hospitals.This engineer will work closely with other software teams, project management, operation teams, field service teams, and quality teams to implement the design transfer for software releases.This engineer will also provide training to field service engineers and manufacturing engineers on system operation, troubleshooting, and debugging. The engineer will maintain an up-to-date understanding of the system design and behavior, and regularly upgrade their technical skills.This engineer will also develop software tools for monitoring system performance, improving utility of logged data, and enhancing debugging.As a Software Engineer II, your responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:Develop software applications and tools for field service/manufacturingMaintain current tools used by field service/manufacturingContribute to drafting service/manufacturing instructionsLead the verification testing for the service software release and manufacturing releaseContribute to software tools development for R&D and manufacturing.Learn and master Software Deployment procedures for all aspects of the robotic platformLearn the manufacturing and service procedures of the whole robotics systemContribute to the assessment of proposed software releases and service process changesGuide efforts to improve software deployment and system debugging process under the service settingsProvide software support and assistance during system upgrades in the fieldMaster the software release process with AgileMust Have: Minimum RequirementsTo be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile and on your resume.·Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree and 0 years of experience.Nice to HaveBachelor's degree related to electrical/biomedical/computer engineering or computer scienceComfort prioritizing tasks based on general guidance with limited direct oversightProficient with at least one programming languageFluency in EnglishExperience with software verification and validationExcellent communication skillsFamiliar with JavaScript, Node.js, AngularJSExperience with Linux, shell scripting, Python scripting, software installation, etcExperience with QNX and knowledge of C and C++.Working knowledge of computer networkingWorking knowledge of operating systemsWorking experience with manufacturingPrior experience with system-level debuggingExperience with electro-mechanical devices controlled by software.Working experience in full-lifecycle engineering programs and processesKnowledge of relevant technologies including:Mechatronics / RoboticsMechanical and electrical interfacesCommunication protocolsSensors, actuators, controllersKinematics of mechanismsoVision and display systemsAbout MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Benefits & CompensationA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).Learn more about MIP and benefits here.The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc. Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
