Medtronic

Sr Software Engineer

Medtronic$124K — $187K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience with C++, C# and Java
  • Proficient in Linux, Windows, and cloud platforms
  • Understanding of Object-Oriented Analysis & Design (OOA&D) concepts
  • Experience in regulated environments with established software development and change management processes.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate software change requests for released medical devices
  • Design, implement, and test software changes while maintaining design integrity
  • Participate in project meetings including change control board and risk reviews
  • Communicate changes and their impacts across cross-functional teams
  • Create documentation throughout the software development process
  • Achieve and exceed project goals and timelines
  • Ensure compliance with the Quality System during all tasks.

Benefits

  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
  • Tuition assistance and reimbursement
  • Incentive plans and 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Employee Assistance Program.
Full Job Description
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 11 Sep 2026

A Day in the Life

Careers that Change Lives

In this role, you will join a world class team of mechanical, electrical and software engineers within the

Medtronic's Surgical Operations Unit. This 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.

A Day in The Life

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:

  • Evaluates software change requests to released medical devices and supporting tools


  • Designs, implements, and tests software changes for released products while staying true to the original design integrity


  • Participates in change control board, risk reviews, and other project meetings as necessary


  • Works with cross functional team to communicate changes, and understand impacts to their function


  • Creates documentation throughout the development process


  • Commits to achieving and exceeding project goals and timelines


  • Performs duties in compliance with the Quality System


Must Have: Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent


  • 5+ years experience with C++, C# and Java


  • Experience in Linux, Windows, and cloud platforms


  • Knowledge of OOA&D concepts


  • Working knowledge of software development best practices.


  • Experience in Medical device or other highly regulated environments with established software development and change management processes.


Nice to Have

  • Experience with secure software development practices, vulnerability assessment and remediation, cybersecurity risk management, and implementation of authentication, authorization, and encryption technologies in regulated or safety-critical systems.


  • Experience leveraging AI and automation tools to improve team productivity, documentation quality, knowledge sharing, and engineering workflows.


  • Experience leading technical discussions and communicating complex concepts to cross-functional stakeholders.


  • Strong written communication skills, including creation of technical documentation, impact assessments, and design reviews.


  • Demonstrated ability to drive projects across cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority.


  • Experience facilitating technical reviews, change control boards, risk reviews, or similar governance activities.


  • Proven ability to identify process improvements and drive operational efficiency.


Benefits & Compensation

A 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 Requirements
The 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.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. a7 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The 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. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Recruitment Fraud Alert

We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:

Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.

Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.

If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.

If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A 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.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$124,800.00 - $187,200.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

Medtronic plc is an Irish-domiciled multinational medical device company that develops and manufactures medical device technologies and therapies to treat chronic diseases worldwide. Medtronic was founded in 1949 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as a medical equipment repair shop. Today, the company operates in more than 160 countries and employs over 90,000 people. Medtronic's primary products include implantable pacemakers and defibrillators, insulin pumps, spinal and neurostimulation devices, surgical tools, and patient monitoring systems. The company is committed to improving patient outcomes and expanding access to healthcare through innovative medical technologies.
Learn more about Medtronic
Size
95,000 employees
Market Cap
$102.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.8 billion
Founded
1949
5 Year Trend
+1.3%
Revenue
$27.9 billion
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