Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

Requisition ID:  33522  

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

JOB TITLE: Senior Embedded Software Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

Under general direction, participates as high-level technical expert in design development, coding, testing, and debugging new software or significant enhancements to existing software for third party customers, project leads, and management. Works with technical staff to understand problems with software and develops specifications to resolve them. Develops and/or provides technical leadership in the development of software involving application of new technologies with significant technical risk.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Act as high-level technical expert, addressing problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms.
• Lead a large development team in the design of highly complex software systems for internal and external customers and is responsible for project completion as required.
• Designs, develops, operates and maintains software and firmware components and computing systems software to apply to, and integrate with engineering, scientific and manufacturing requirements.
• Design, implement, debug and optimize network protocols and communication systems for embedded devices.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers on hardware-software interfaces.
• Independently design and develop new software products or major enhancements to existing software for internal and external customers.
• Provides functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of software operating systems, including, but not limited to, utility software, development software, and diagnostic software.
• Perform feasibility analysis on potential future projects to management.
• Performs and Approves code and test reviews.

• Exercise considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.  Advances new techniques or advances the state-of-the-art.
• Demonstrates expert computer science fundamentals such as design patterns, data structures, OOP and software design.
• Engage in secure-by-design activities, including collaborating to create security requirements and support cybersecurity threat modeling and risk management.
• Mentors less-experienced software development staff.
• Defines software development best practices.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May act as team leader on complex projects.
• May participate in the development of test strategies, devices, and systems.
• Holds self and team accountable for adherence to Agile principles and practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience developing embedded systems with networking capabilities
• Demonstrated track record of shipping networked embedded products
• Strong portfolio of implemented components in resource-constrained environments
• Proven track record of writing efficient, maintainable code for embedded systems.

Skills

Possess expertise in object engineering and applications development using C++. Experience with modern C++ highly preferred (C++11/14/17)

• Must have knowledge of unit and component level testing preferably within the Catch framework using BDD style.
• Skilled in Developing technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular application of analysis, problem solving, and creativity.

• Ability to use object-oriented systems composed of objects that communicate with one another using explicitly designed interfaces, an (OO) methodologies.
• Experience with embedded operating systems (preference for VxWorks and Linux) and tools to build those and associated applications such as CMake, Yocto and/or Buildroot.
• Experience with networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, DHCP), network security protocols (SSL/TLS, SSH), network analysis and debugging with tools (Wireshark).
• Experience implementing encryption, authentication, and secure communication over the network for security hardening
• Experience with packet analysis and debugging using WireShark
• Skilled in Behavioural Design Modelling using UML to convert system requirements to Software designs
• Conducts research in design, development, testing and utilization of electronic data processing hardware and software and/or electrical components, circuitry, processes, packaging and cabinetry for CPU's and peripheral equipment.
• Work beyond routine nature of tasks, utilizing specialized knowledge and technologies.
• Individual must be self-motivated and team-oriented with excellent attitude, vision, growth mindset and willingness to learn new technologies and approaches.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Familiarity with secure-by-design and risk management concepts

-Or-

An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Typical Office Environment requirements include reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Additional Physical Requirements

Hybrid Position requiring 3 days per week in person at the Lakewood, CO Headquarters, and additional days required to perform the role

Target Pay Range:  $133,300.00 to $166,600.00  -  Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base:  10.0%

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

• Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
• In 2019, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1 billion in revenue.
• We employ nearly 7,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
• We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
• Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
  • Respect – Appreciative of others
  • Integrity – Guided by our mission
  • Care – Empathetic to patients
  • Quality – Committed to excellence
  • Creativity – Striving for innovation
• We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $1.3 million USD since 2007.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.