Senior System Engineer

Activ Surgical

. Own system-level requirements, architecture, and integration across the hardware and software that make up the platform .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering, including the ability to define and maintain system-level requirements, architecture, and integration across hardware and software. Proficient in medical device development processes and standards, with strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex engineering issues.

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Systems Engineering Artifacts ProductionIntegration Of Multi-Disciplinary SubsystemsMedical Device Development StandardsVerification And Validation ActivitiesCommunication With Cross-Functional Teams

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Hard Skills

Requirements DocumentsSystem Architecture DiagramsInterface Control DocumentsRequirements Traceability MatricesDebugging Complex IssuesRisk ManagementFMEA ProcessesOpticsComputer VisionEmbedded Systems

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsTroubleshooting SkillsExcellent Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

IEC 62304IEC 60601ISO 13485ISO 14971CybersecurityLaser Technology

Industry Keywords

Surgical RoboticsMedical ImagingRegulated Medical Device IndustryDesign ReviewsRegulatory SubmissionsDesign History File Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own system-level requirements, architecture, and integration across the hardware and software that make up the platform
Translate clinical and product needs into verifiable system requirements
Define and maintain interfaces between subsystems
Drive end-to-end integration and verification testing
Ensure the platform performs safely and reliably as a whole product

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline, with 5+ years of relevant experience
Proven experience producing systems engineering artifacts, including requirements documents, system architecture diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and requirements traceability matrices
Experience integrating multi-disciplinary subsystems (hardware, software, optics, AI) into a cohesive, working product
Familiarity with medical device development processes and standards (e.g., IEC 62304, IEC 60601, ISO 13485, ISO 14971)
Experience planning and executing system-level verification and validation activities
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to debug complex issues that span multiple engineering domains
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work closely with hardware, software, and clinical teams
Preferred: Experience in surgical robotics, medical imaging, or another regulated medical device industry
Preferred: Familiarity with cybersecurity and/or laser technology
Preferred: Experience with risk management and FMEA processes
Preferred: Background in optics, computer vision, or embedded systems
Preferred: Experience supporting design reviews, regulatory submissions, or design history file (DHF) documentation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fortune 500 Health & Wellness Benefits
401(k)
Flexible Vacation