Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Stryker

. Lead technical teams in designing and developing components, subsystems, and systems for medical devices .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timePortage • Michigan • United StatesLead💰 $102,600 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing embedded software for medical devices, utilizing C++, C, and Python. Proficient in applying advanced problem-solving techniques and leading technical teams through the software development lifecycle.

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Embedded Software DevelopmentC++ ProgrammingC ProgrammingPython ProgrammingEmbedded Cybersecurity

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Hard Skills

Software DesignPrototypingTestingUser Interface DevelopmentDesign PatternsCode ReviewMemory ManagementCode Coverage TechniquesApplication Lifecycle ManagementStatic/Dynamic Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingTeam LeadershipCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Integrated Development EnvironmentsVersion Control SystemsPerforceGit

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Software EngineeringBachelor of Science in Computer EngineeringBachelor of Science in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Medical DevicesEmbedded SystemsProduct DevelopmentInnovation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical teams in designing and developing components, subsystems, and systems for medical devices
Design and develop embedded software using C++, C, Python, and other relevant languages
Design and implement embedded cybersecurity within medical devices
Conduct and design advanced prototyping, testing, and research for complex product development and innovation
Develop and design software systems according to defined requirements and architecture
Apply advanced problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve design issues at component and subsystem level
Translate user needs into design inputs/specifications and produce advanced component and subsystem designs
Design, code, document, and test software systems aligned with project requirements and architecture
Lead project/system code reviews as an independent reviewer, applying design principles, coding standards, and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related Engineering field
4+ years of related embedded software experience
Experience designing, developing, installing, and testing user interface elements and translating creative concepts into functional front-end applications
Strong coding skills in C++, C, and Python
Knowledge of design patterns and principles for building new software components
Knowledge of integrated development environments (IDEs), static/dynamic analysis tools, memory management, code coverage techniques, and Application Lifecycle Management/Traceability tools
Familiarity with integration and deployment processes using version-controlled systems such as Perforce or Git
Ability to estimate time/resources for code implementation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work flexibility
10% travel percentage