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Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year.
A Day in the Life
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We're working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.
In this role you will play a pivotal role in accelerating our software development lifecycle, product operating system development, and ensuring the highest level of security and compliance in our product development processes. Your expertise will bridge the gap between complex medical software development and stable, secure product platforms, driving efficiency and reliability across all our engineering operations.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience developing and maintaining software for Linux-based systems, with deep expertise in Yocto Project build environments and embedded Linux development. They should have a strong understanding of Linux system architecture, device integration, and troubleshooting at both the application and platform levels.
Primary Responsibilities
•Develop and maintain platform software and build infrastructure
•Create and support Yocto-based Linux distributions for varied hardware targets
•Create CI/CD pipelines integrated with security and functionality automation tools
•Support secure networking, secure boot, and OS update mechanisms
•Maintain platform support for containerized applications using Docker
•Collaborate with product teams to define platform capabilities
•Develop and document various aspects of the platform as required for regulatory approval
Required Qualifications
•Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience OR PhD with 0 years relevant experience
•Experience configuring and customizing Linux
•Experience creating Yocto-based Linux distributions
•Hands-on experience with security principles and best practices, including secure boot, and software security hardening
•Well-versed in containerization technologies, particularly Docker, and have practical experience integrating and optimizing NVIDIA drivers and related GPU software stacks within Linux and Yocto-based systems
Preferred Qualifications
•Proficient in languages such as Python, C++, Bash, or similar
•Familiarity with CI/CD, build automation, package management, and collaborative development workflows is essential, along with the ability to work effectively in complex, multidisciplinary engineering environments
•Solid understanding of network protocols and services
•Familiarity with compliance standards and security frameworks relevant to the medical device software industry (e.g., HIPAA, FDA regulations)
•Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges and finding solutions
•Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
•Serve as a subject matter expert on Operating System platform best practices, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members and other internal stakeholders
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $124,800.00 - $187,200.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location.
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
