Senior Software Engineer

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible. 

Position Summary:

• As a Senior Software Engineer for robotics applications, you will be part of a small pluri-disciplinary development team of 5 to 10 engineers, dedicated to the development of a complete surgical robotic system. You are a self-starter, detail-oriented, organized and deadline driven.  You also possess strong communication skills, a “roll your sleeves up” mentality and you are able to work in an agile structure with changing priorities.

• Justification

  JustificationIn prevision to EFlex system first installation in the field, there is a need for Methuen-based robotics engineer to handle sustaining activities associated with EFlex Station Control Software. Following transition of Aman Thakur to another department (former EFlex SW engineer) and Dale's promotion to GEM, a software profile is missing in the team.

Essential Functions:

• Design and develop robotics control and safety supervisor software for medical devices (prototypes, proofs of concept in addition to production-quality solutions), while ensuring efficient performance and scalability of developed solutions.

• Sustain our released KUKA Agilus based surgical robotic system using a Siemens SIMATIC PLC as its safety supervisor by implementing and delivering appropriate software and configurations updates.

• Manage all aspects of assigned work packages to ensure timely completion of tasks while remaining in full compliance with Globus software development procedures (version control, tool chains, documentation tools) and quality system.

• Actively contribute to software design verification and validation activities to ensure designs meet requirements.

• Create and maintain assigned design history file software documents, and if applicable, assist project leads in authoring regulatory documents required for regulatory certification.

• Demonstrate a passion for software development, software craftsmanship, and test-driven development.

• Work on sizeable individual efforts as well as on teams using agile methodologies.

• Periodically attend surgical cases to understand context and clinical workflows with integrated capital equipment and end-user (i.e., surgeon) requirements.

• Adhere to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies. Ensure Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role.

• Represent the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties of Globus.

• Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies

• Ensures compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role

• Represents the company in a professional manner and upholds the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties of Globus

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Qualifications:

• Proactive and autonomous mindset supported by strong problem-solving skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree with 7 years or a Master's degree with 5 years in a similar role in an international, matrixed and fast-growing environment. Medical devices or life sciences experience is an asset.

• Strong skills in object oriented C++ development, including C++17 and later.

• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Background in working with KUKA KSS based systems and SIMATIC PLCs, and experience with KUKA KRL and RSI programming languages are assets.