Senior Principal Software Engineer - Linux

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work saves lives

The research we do and the products we develop improve outcomes for patients around the world. As a Sr Principal SW Engineer at Baxter, your work contributes directly to making a significant impact on others. It's challenging work—and you're not on your own. Our teams collaborate cross-functionally and lead by influence. Whether guiding a team through a project or managing direct reports, our research and development team is responsible for influencing others to achieve results.

Our colleagues within our R&D organization desire to work on products that make a meaningful difference in others' lives. We are motivated by the power of teamwork and are natural leaders who are skilled at influencing others.

Your Team

While everyone at Baxter has a shared passion for our mission, the R&D teams play a critical role in our ability to save and sustain lives. Scientists and engineers in R&D work together to develop, test, and launch products that enhance patient care.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Principal Embedded Software Engineer with a specialization in Embedded Linux and a strong background in medical devices. This role is pivotal in leading the design, development, and implementation of software solutions that meet the stringent requirements of the medical industry. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of embedded systems, software engineering principles, and regulatory standards applicable to medical devices.

What you'll be doing

• Software Development: Update, design, implement, and test embedded drivers and OS components. Ensure that the software meets all functional and performance requirements.

• Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional project teams in the development of software solutions. Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources effectively.

• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members. Champion a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all software development processes comply with industry standards and regulations, including FDA and ISO 13485. Participate in risk management activities and contribute to design control documentation.

• Testing and Validation: Develop and execute test plans, including unit tests and integration tests. Work with verification team to ensure thorough validation of software to meet quality assurance standards.

• 3rd Party Vendor Management: Manage relationships with 3rd party vendors to maintain board support package (BSP) for cybersecurity and bug patches.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Propose and implement improvements to software development processes and methodologies.

• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software designs, user manuals, and technical reports.

What you'll bring

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a focus on Embedded Linux.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python.

• Extensive experience with Embedded Linux development, including kernel and driver development.

• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and hardware-software integration.

• Knowledge of medical device regulations and standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485) preferred.

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, a