Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Abbott

Staff Embedded Software Engineer developing embedded firmware for Abbott's innovative healthcare products. Leading software projects to drive better health management with cutting-edge technologies.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeAlameda • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $114,000 - $228,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead software development, verification, and validation; responsible for on-time delivery of high-quality embedded software products that meet budgetary objectives
Design and implement software in current programming languages (e.g. C, C++, C#, python), practical experience with embedded C development
Identifies parameters, structure, and critical test components
Writes, updates, or executes test design, cases, as well as procedures and reports results
Working from requirement specifications, develops, maintains, and updates detailed design and interface specifications
Participates in and supports the implementation, development, enhancements, and modifications to software source code, scripts, and procedures
Debugs, troubleshoots, and isolates software problems as well as offers strategic solutions, analysis, and advice regarding identified issues for future development
Assist in the evaluation of selected designs through testing and full documentation of the results
Working on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
Contributes to and supports gathering, analyzing, and validating requirements; Contributes to and supports writing, updating, developing and maintaining Hazard/Risk analysis specifications; Contributes to and supports root-cause analysis of failures
Participate in software development, verification and validation following the guidance of software lead
Follow approved Design Control procedures for software development in accordance with FDA guidelines
Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements
At this level, it is expected the candidate will have proficiency in software implementation
Interacts with QA engineers to ensure that software products are robust and of very high quality
Actively participates in product development teams for the development of new products and services
Readily adjusts priorities and works within team environment for timely completion of common objectives for multiple projects
Resolve significant and/or complex technical issues to empowering health through breakthrough technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
MS desired
8 to 15 years experience in software engineering required
Some experience in software engineering management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Expert knowledge in current programming languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Python etc.)
Expert knowledge with current development tools (IDEs, debuggers, unit test frameworks and source control management)
Experience with software testing
Experience with software development life cycle processes
Good knowledge of software engineering principles are required
Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, creativity, and independent thought
Experience with structured software development and/or Object Modeling Design experience required
Experience with software development of embedded systems for safety-critical products required
Strong debugging techniques and experience on using debugger in an embedded environment is required
Excellent troubleshooting skills are a must
Knowledgeable of microprocessor architecture is required
Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
Demonstrated ability in providing guidance to junior team members

Benefits

Comp & perks

Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement
The Freedom 2 Save student debt program
FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
Training and career development
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

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Hard Skills & Tools

CC++C#Pythonembedded C developmentsoftware testingsoftware development life cycledebugging techniquesmicroprocessor architectureObject Modeling Design

Soft Skills

excellent written communicationexcellent verbal communicationcreativityindependent thoughtmulti-taskingprioritizationguidance to junior team membersproblem-solvingteam collaborationjudgment

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Computer ScienceMaster's degree (MS) desired