Staff Embedded Software Engineer – Acton, MA or San Diego, CA

Diabetes Youth Families

. Implement next-generation insulin-dosing algorithms by converting high-level algorithmic models into efficient, safety-critical C code for embedded medical devices.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeActon • California, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $152,000 - $227,975 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement next-generation insulin-dosing algorithms by converting high-level algorithmic models into efficient, safety-critical C code for embedded medical devices.
Architect and build next-gen control and signal-processing software that drives real-time insulin delivery decisions.
Lead complex integrations across software, systems, hardware, and algorithm teams to build tightly coupled embedded solutions.
Drive the design, verification, and validation of embedded systems in a regulated, safety-critical environment.
Shape technical direction across the embedded platform, influencing architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
Mentor engineers, lead design reviews, and act as a subject-matter expert for algorithm implementation and embedded systems.

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years developing software for complex embedded systems
Expert-level C for real-time, resource-constrained firmware environments
Deep experience with microcontrollers (ARM, TI, ST, etc.)
Strong grounding in control systems, algorithms, signal processing, and numerical techniques
Team leadership experience
Experience working with senior cross-functional leadership
Ability to collaborate with algorithm scientists and translate models into device-ready implementations
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO)
And additional employee wellness programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

C programmingembedded systems developmentcontrol systemssignal processingnumerical techniquesmicrocontrollersalgorithm implementationreal-time systemsfirmware developmentsafety-critical software

Soft Skills

team leadershipcollaborationmentoringcommunication