Software Engineer (Pittsburgh, PA)
**This position does not offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future**
Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Engineer to develop, maintain, and support software systems for preoperative planning applications. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing software solutions that enhance surgical planning workflows for knee, hip, and shoulder replacement procedures. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including surgeons, sales representatives, and robotics engineers, to ensure seamless integration and usability of the software. Additionally, you will coordinate system improvements, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical support to optimize performance and reliability. This position requires a strong technical background, attention to detail, and the ability to work within a regulated medical device environment to deliver high-quality, impactful solutions.
What will you be doing?
- Develop & Maintain Software: Design, develop, and maintain software components used for preoperative planning of knee, hip, and shoulder replacement surgeries.
- Customer Collaboration: Work directly with stakeholders to understand user needs and improve the planning process.
- Cross-Functional Teamwork: Collaborate closely with the Preoperative Planning and Robotics teams to enhance software functionality.
- Software Improvements: Identify, develop, and implement enhancements to optimize the preoperative planning workflow.
- Project Participation: Contribute to project teams by analyzing improvements, defining requirements, and developing software specifications.
- Meetings & Coordination: Attend departmental and project meetings to align on objectives and ensure software meets clinical and business needs.
- Execution & Delivery: Work within defined specifications to achieve project goals on time while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Effectively coordinate with peers, project teams, and other departments to support new product development, product line extensions, and software enhancements.
What will you need to be successful?
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field required.
- Experience: 2–4 years of experience in software development, preferably in the medical device or healthcare industry.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and at least one compiled language (e.g., C++, C#). Experience with software development in a regulated environment is a plus.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical, creative, and structured thinking skills with a drive for execution.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with orthopedic procedures, including total knee, hip, or shoulder replacements, is preferred.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical concepts effectively.
- Software Tools: Experience with 3D modeling, visualization tools, and programming for medical applications is a plus.
You Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
- Inclusion, Diversity and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/)
- 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
- Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
- Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
- Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
Smith+Nephew is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Smith+Nephew will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please alert the recruiter if you are selected to move forward.
Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.
From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place.
Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart.
Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win..
We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities.
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