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Boston Scientific

Principal Linux Engineer - Electrophysiology

Boston Scientific, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140

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Overview

Principal Linux Engineer - Electrophysiology At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling important health industry challenges. We’ll help you advance your skills and career, and you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions. The Opal Mapping system centers around a real-time virtual world of the human heart. As a physician probes the heart with a catheter, the system generates an accurate electro-anatomical model of the chamber. High-performance rendering and algorithmic/signal processing techniques are vital for creating a stunning view of the heart’s chamber and providing instant feedback to the physician. The mapping system also provides a suite of data-analytical and graphing tools under an intuitive GUI, aiding the physician to administer the right therapy to the patient. We are looking for a CS/EE Principal Linux Software Engineer with extensive experience in RedHat Linux or equivalent to join our exciting and fast-paced development team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, predictable, and repeatable creation of our medical applications. The Senior Linux Release Engineer will ensure timely release of our software medical applications from development to execution and deployment. Our development tools include Linux, C++, QT, OpenGL, GLSL, OpenCL.

Key Responsibilities

Create hardened Linux operating system releases for our medical device Develop, enhance and maintain Linux kernel packages, device drivers, and system libraries Work on custom device drivers to complete end-to-end solution Work on performance tuning, debugging, and troubleshooting of Linux system Analyze and resolve Linux security vulnerabilities Proactively engage with other cross functional teams to resolve problems and design solutions Proactively identify and remove roadblocks on behalf of the team. This may include debugging build issues and fixing problems in a timely manner Clearly and regularly communicate with development team, QA, technical directors, and product owners Provide technical guidance and support to other team members as needed Perform code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing for kernel and low-level software modules Embrace new technologies and best practices

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in computer programming, computer science, information technology, or equivalent experience Strong expertise with C++/C programming In-depth understanding of Linux internals Familiarity with system profiling and performance tuning tools like perf, gdb, valgrind, and eBPF Knowledge of file systems, networking stack, and security mechanisms in Linux Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and complete projects with minimal supervision Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle Can collaborate well with teams and stakeholders as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Extensive experience with designing and implementing medical device software Knowledge of hardware interfaces, buses (PCIe, I2C, SPI), and firmware interactions Exposure to secure coding practices and kernel hardening techniques

Quality System Requirements

In all actions, demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.

Working Conditions

Hybrid Work Mode Travel 0-10%

About Our Product Opal Mapping System

http://www.bostonscientific.com/en-US/medical-specialties/electrophysiology/cardiac-mapping-system.html

Requisition ID: 613614

Minimum Salary: $103,700

Maximum Salary: $197,000

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and training, and may include variable components per policy. For non-exempt roles, overtime and shift differentials may apply; for exempt roles, bonuses and incentives may apply.

EEO and Compliance

Boston Scientific is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. Candidates may be subject to COVID-19 vaccination policy where required by law or by role. This role is safety-sensitive and may be subject to a prohibited substance test in accordance with applicable law.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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