Johnson & Johnson

Embedded Software Engineer

Johnson & Johnson$76K — $121K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in computer science, math, or engineering; M.S. preferred.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ coding for embedded platforms.
  • Experience with multi-threaded applications on real-time operating systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot systems using engineering and software tools.
  • Familiarity with QNX and FDA cybersecurity guidelines is advantageous.
  • Previous experience in the medical device industry is preferred.
  • Knowledge of cardiovascular physiology is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop software per medical device development life cycle (IEC-62304).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create integrated solutions.
  • Team with internal and external resources for timely software releases.
  • Troubleshoot and analyze issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Convert user needs into software requirements and engage in risk management activities.
  • Incorporate Johnson & Johnson's Credo and Leadership Imperatives into team efforts.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • 401(k) and pension plans available.
  • Annual performance-based bonuses may be awarded.
  • Up to 120 vacation hours per year and sick leave.
Full Job Description
Job Function:
R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function:
R&D Software/Systems Engineering

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:
Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for an Embedded Software Engineer.

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Responsibilities:
  • Design, development, and test software per medical device software development life cycle (IEC-62304)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, firmware, and systems engineering to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Work with internal and external partner resources to develop and release software in a timely manner per SOPs
  • Troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, collaborate to resolve issues and implement corrective action
  • Convert user need into software requirements and contribute to software risk management activities.
  • Integrates Johnson & Johnson's Credo and Leadership Imperatives into team goals and decision making.


Qualifications:
  • B.S / M.S. in computer science, math, or an engineering field or equivalent work experience; M.S. preferred.
  • Experience writing memory and run-time efficient code in C/C++ on an embedded platform (micro-controller, microprocessor).
  • Experience in developing multi-threaded applications on real-time operating systems.
  • Comfortable with system-level troubleshooting using EE and software tools.
  • Familiarity with QNX and FDA 524B cybersecurity guidelines would be a big plus.
  • Experience in the medical device industry is strongly preferred.
  • Working knowledge of cardiovascular physiology would be a big PLUS.
  • Willing to travel 5% of the time to meet with customers to assess product performance in the field and gather user needs
  • Highly collaborative with excellent communication and analytical skills.
  • Self-motivated and willing to learn and explore new technologies.
  • Independent, efficient, and able to manage competing priorities.


The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $76,000 - $121,900.00

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation's performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401k).This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation - up to 120 hours per calendar year. Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington - up to 56 hours per calendar year. Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays - up to 13 days per calendar year. Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year. For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits This job posting is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Business Behavior, Execution Focus, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Product Design, Requirements Analysis, Research and Development, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Scripting Languages, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Development Management, Software Engineering Practices, Software Testing, Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Technical Writing, Technologically Savvy

About Johnson & Johnson

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