Sr Principal Engineer (Software HIT)

Job Summary

Highly experienced engineering position, under minimal or no direct supervision guides the designing, building and maintaining software used in medical devices and engineering projects related to medical technology. Applies standard engineering practices to resolve problems of high complexity. May assist and mentor experienced engineers.
• Salary Range: $137,590 - $153,755
• Position is eligible to participate in a bonus plan with a target of 10% of the base salary (include only if applicable to the grade level)
• Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Read more about our benefits here.
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Responsibilities

Guides the conceptualization of new methodologies of software development best practices. Generates innovative solutions to complex problems through the use of multiple disciplines and technical principles.  Advise senior management regarding appropriate action.
Plans, designs, executes, documents, and analyzes complex software applications and/or processes within established medical product design controls.
Designs and develops software adhering to product requirements, definitions and/or program goals.  Applies standard techniques to solving complex problems.  
Displays advanced understanding of theories/practices utilized by own discipline and other disciplines outside the primary area of expertise to identify coverage of risks, requirements, architectural components, functions and performance.
Works with senior leadership to improve software engineering process efficiency.
Resolves as well as leads others to resolve software defects.
Performs and reviews root cause and failure analysis activities.
Performs code reviews to confirm software implemented to approved designs.
Assists with Project timing, tracking progress to program schedule.
Improves software engineering process efficiency.
Works with internal and external staff to conduct design, redesign, prototype, and other software engineering activities.
Extensive latitude for independent judgment to resolve issues and contribute to the team’s development.
Mentors and guides junior staff.
Authors and reviews software specifications compliant with design control process.
Maintains technical records and files.
Identify improvements for processes and best practices of software development.
Routinely provide advice and assistance to team members regarding routine and unique problems. May supervise or direct Sr engineers and lower-level engineers on assigned projects.
 

Requirements

•  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology or related field is preferred.

•  8+ years of experience in software engineering, troubleshooting and solving problems.

•  Experience in the software development life-cycle methodology and software product implementation. Experience of medical device development processes and FDA regulations a plus.

•  Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing performant system software solutions using a variety of technologies.

•  Advanced Experience with C#, .Net Framework / .Net Core, Web Services and SQL is required.

•  Experience with Windows Services and Web Services is required.

•  Experience with cloud services such as Azure, AWS, GCP is desired.

•  Experience with microservices and Kubernetes is desired.

•  Experience with various types of automated testing such as Unit, Integration, System, Performance, Load/Stress, Regression is desired

•  Advanced experience in using Object Oriented design patterns in multi-tiered and multi-layered architectures.

•  Experience with HTTP, SOAP, and REST protocols. Experience in internet networking design architecture for real-time communications is a plus

•  Ability to diagnose and solve complex problems involving multiple technologies

•  Experience working with virtual environments. Experience with VMWare is desired.

•  Advanced problem solving and analytical skills

•  Strong analysis, troubleshooting, and debugging skills.

•  Knowledgeable in source control management and configuration. Experience with Git/Bitbucket desired.

•  Ability to work as a collaborative team member.

•  Strong attention to details, natural inclination to be methodical.

•  Excellent problem solving, debugging and analytical skills

•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.