Senior Principal Software Engineer – Cardiac Ablation Solutions

Medtronic

Senior Principal Engineer architecting Python/C++ infrastructure for Medtronic’s cardiac mapping platform. Leading reliable, real-time software for physician-guided arrhythmia treatment.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeNewton • Massachusetts, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $178,400 - $267,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software architecture, particularly for complex, multi-component systems, with a strong focus on Python, C++, and Linux systems programming. Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical initiatives and communicate effectively with stakeholders in regulated environments.

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Software ArchitecturePython ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingLinux Systems ProgrammingCross-Functional Leadership

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Hard Skills

Software ArchitecturePython ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingReal-Time SystemsDevice-Connected SystemsMulti-Component SystemsTechnical DirectionEngineering StandardsSystem DesignAI Tools

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentoringCommunicationProblem SolvingCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Regulated EnvironmentsDevice IntegrationCross-Functional TeamsTechnical RoadmapEngineering Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead architecture for the Prism Mapping platform's foundational software, including runtime, IPC, device communication, system services, and the operational backbone of a medical device
Define multi-release direction for platform scalability across new clinical capabilities, hardware, and regulatory expectations
Set engineering standards for infrastructure code reliability, observability, performance, and safety
Lead design and delivery of major subsystems, cross-cutting architecture, and large technical initiatives
Solve complex system and architectural problems with limited oversight
Drive technical alignment across software, systems, quality, product, and other cross-functional teams
Establish and promote software design patterns, engineering standards, and development best practices
Provide technical leadership through mentoring, design reviews, and guidance on critical engineering decisions
Identify and drive improvements in architecture, development processes, and system design
Shape the technical roadmap and architectural direction for major subsystems or product capabilities
Communicate complex technical tradeoffs, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders
Work closely with senior engineering leaders, hardware architects, systems engineering, and quality to shape multi-release roadmaps

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience OR PhD with 6 years relevant experience
Experience with Python and C++
Proven experience delivering complex, real-time, device-integrated, or networked systems
Experience leading large, complex, cross-functional technical initiatives
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required
Must possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment, unless eligible for offered U.S. work authorization sponsorship for Principal-level roles and above
Deep expertise in Linux systems programming, real-time/near-real-time architecture, and device-connected systems preferred
Track record of architecting platform-level software preferred
Deep expertise in Python and C++ and software architecture for complex, multi-component systems preferred
Experience defining architecture, standards, or technical direction across multiple components or teams preferred
Experience solving ambiguous, high-impact technical problems spanning multiple domains or subsystems preferred
Experience influencing technical decisions beyond immediate team boundaries preferred
Experience in regulated environments preferred
Experience advancing use of AI tools preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
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
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
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
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law
Employee Stock Purchase Plan