Embedded Software Engineer II; Andover, MA

Embedded Software Engineer II (Andover, MA)

Life Unlimited. At Smith+ Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Our Sports Medicine team is building a next‑generation surgical endoscopic system to transform sports medicine. We are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer II. You will design and develop high‑quality C/C++ based software. You will solve complex problems autonomously and contribute to architectural decisions.

As part of a multi‑site agile team, you will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver software that provides real value to surgeons and patients.

• Develop proof‑of‑concepts for computer vision applications to support endoscopic, surgical navigation and electro‑mechanical products, ensuring they meet customer needs and usability expectations.
• Design and implement production‑quality C/C++ software for medical devices, including automated testing.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define requirements and drive the design and development of embedded software.
• Own the full lifecycle of each software increment
  , from defining requirements and acceptance criteria to documenting and testing completed work.
• Create and maintain automation frameworks tailored for C/C++ codebases.
• Provide debugging support and perform root‑cause analysis for software issues.
• Promote a strong quality‑first mindset and encourage best practices across teams.
• Execute design control activities to ensure compliance with IEC 62304.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent hands‑on experience in embedded Linux software development.
• At least 2+ years of professional software development experience
  , with strong emphasis on C/C++ and Linux; experience in embedded systems, ideally within medical devices.
• Expertise in C/C++ for embedded systems
  , with experience in microcontroller and FPGA based soft cores like Microblaze, real‑time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS), or bare‑metal development.
• A strong understanding of electrical concepts and control loops is required.
• Experience working with and troubleshooting multiple hardware interfaces
  , such as PCIe, CAN, I2C, I2S, UART, SPI, USB etc.
• Experience with MATLAB is desired.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins or Git Lab CI.
• Ability to write unit and component‑level tests for C/C++ applications.
• Experience with Python or Shell scripting for automation, testing, and tooling is a plus.
• Familiarity with modern testing frameworks is advantageous.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and comfort working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills
  , including experience collaborating with external contractors and reviewing technical deliverables.

• Strong problem‑solving, critical thinking, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Passion for learning emerging technologies and applying innovation in testing.
• Collaborative team player, self‑driven, adaptable, and capable of handling multiple priorities.
• Experience working in regulated, safety‑critical, or compliance‑driven environments is a strong advantage.
• Hands‑on experience in any of the following domains are encouraged to apply:
• Medical Devices / Healthcare Software (highly preferred)
• Automotive / ADAS / AUTOSAR‑based systems
• Industrial Automation / Robotics
• Biomedical

• Inclusion and Belonging – Committed to welcoming, celebrating, and thriving on inclusion and belonging, learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website.
• Your Future – 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance – Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing – Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Training – Hands‑On, Team‑Customized, Mentorship
• Extra…