Software R&D Co-Op - Fall

Position: Software R&D Co-Op - Fall 2026
Location: Halethorpe

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At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and Med Tech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn

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Job Function:
Career Programs

Job Sub     Function:
Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category:
Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:
Halethorpe, Maryland, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a  Software R&D Co-Op - Fall 2026  to join our team located in  Baltimore, MD .
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and Med Tech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.

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Program Dates:
July 13, 2026 - December 18, 2026
Position Summary
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Abiomed Co-Ops are offered a unique opportunity to work in the forefront of medical device development. As a hands-on software engineering co-op, you'll be an integral part of our ECMO development team. You'll contribute to designing, testing, and implementing innovative solutions that support patients with critical heart and lung conditions.

Join us in advancing the standard of care in ECMO technology.

Key Responsibilities
Assist in design and implementation of embedded software for a class II medical device

Construction and maintenance of software requirements

Design and implementation of software interfaces

Test case development, unit and integration testing

Participating in design reviews, code reviews and system integration activities

Collaborate on a multidisciplinary team

Minimum Requirements
Available full time on site:  July 13, 2026 - December 18, 2026

Currently enrolled at an accredited college/institution pursuing a Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, computer engineering or related degree is required.

Currently in your third year of your undergraduate degree, or above, in school at the beginning of your co-op.

Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

A passion for healthcare technology and making a positive impact in patients' lives.

Experience (through coursework or projects) with at least one programming language (C, C++, Python, etc.).

Familiarity with embedded systems, electronics, or data acquisition a plus.

Any experience with regulated industries, quality systems, or medical devices is a big asset (but not required).

Exposure to version control (e.g., Git) and issue tracking systems is preferred.

Willingness to learn, ask questions, and work as a reliable team player.

Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin,…