<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Principal Software Systems Engineer</p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Raleigh, North Carolina, United States</p><p> <strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-Time, Contract | 43 weeks </p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Join a team where innovation meets impact. Our Research and Development division is dedicated to creating transformative healthcare technologies that improve patient outcomes worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Principal Software Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced software systems for medical devices, contributing to solutions that support clinicians and patients alike.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>As a Senior Principal Software Systems Engineer, you will:</p><ul><li><strong>Lead Innovation:</strong> Champion best practices in software systems development and lifecycle management, driving forward-thinking solutions in healthcare technology.</li><li><strong>Provide Technical Leadership:</strong> Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.</li><li><strong>Solve Complex Problems:</strong> Design and implement solutions to challenging software system issues, delivering high-quality results under tight timelines.</li><li><strong>Collaborate Cross-Functionally:</strong> Work with commercial, clinical, and engineering teams to translate user needs into clear system requirements.</li><li><strong>Manage Risk:</strong> Conduct thorough risk analyses for software systems, identifying hazards and implementing mitigation strategies.</li><li><strong>Define Testing Strategies:</strong> Partner with verification engineers to develop robust test plans and ensure traceability of requirements.</li><li><strong>Participate in Design Reviews:</strong> Contribute to design reviews, offering insights to enhance product functionality and usability.</li><li><strong>Drive Agile Execution:</strong> Estimate, plan, and deliver tasks using agile methodologies to keep projects on track.</li><li><strong>Enhance Team Collaboration:</strong> Promote process improvements and technical mentorship across internal and external stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Support Design Transfer:</strong> Collaborate with manufacturing, service, and training teams to ensure smooth product integration.</li><li><strong>Ensure Compliance:</strong> Maintain adherence to quality systems and regulatory standards throughout the product development lifecycle.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p>To be successful in this role, you should bring:</p><ul><li>A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline.</li><li>10+ years of experience in systems engineering or a related field.</li><li>Experience with electro-mechanical devices (preferred).</li><li>Familiarity with agile development and backlog management.</li><li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, aerospace, automotive).</li><li>Excellent documentation and organizational skills.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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