The Sr Software Engineer will design and implement software applications and algorithms for robotic systems, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a medical context.
Title: Sr Software Engineer, Applications
This position is based in our Campbell, California offices. This position is on-site & full-time
Why Imperative Care?
At Imperative Care, we are developing novel robotic-assisted technologies and interventional capabilities that will forever change the disparate outcomes of ischemic stroke – a disease that impacts close to a million people a year in the U.S., and 10 million worldwide. Not only is Imperative Care changing the way stroke is treated, but also bringing this treatment to the greater population who is currently without. We are actively building a team who is focused on developing novel solutions for this complex disease – a disease in which one in four adults will face in their lifetime.
What You’ll Do
The Senior Software Engineer uses solid knowledge and experience to contribute to the design and implementation of software applications, embedded technology, or algorithms to our robotic platform. As a key contributor to the software team, this position develops and tests robust, reliable and scalable software infrastructure. This position works as a member of a cross functional team to create software solutions based on clinical and user requirements.
- Design and develop high-performance, real-time visualization applications for medical use.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners across software, clinical, systems, and UX to deliver effective product solutions.
- Optimize software for low latency, high reliability, and scalability within a regulated environment.
- Develop and maintain robust testing frameworks, including unit, integration, and automated tests, to ensure software quality and reliability.
- Translate user needs, clinical requirements, and customer feedback into software design and development priorities.
- Create and maintain clear documentation for software architecture, coding standards, and development processes to support team alignment and consistency.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or related field and minimum 5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Strong background in object-oriented programming, software architecture, and design pattern
- Experience with C++ programming and multi-threaded applications
- Experience in desktop UI development (e.g. Qt/QML, PyQt, Open GL , unity, GTK, WPF, or similar)
- Experience with other programming languages such as Python or Rust
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
Join Us! Apply today.
Salary Range: $169,000 – 192,000 annually
Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Imperative Care considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity, as well as location, market and business considerations when extending an offer. As part of our total rewards package, Imperative Care offers comprehensive benefits including a 401k plan, health benefits, generous PTO, a parental leave program and emotional health resources.
The posted salary range reflects compensation for employees based in the local Bay Area market. For candidates hired outside of this geographic area, compensation may vary and be adjusted based on location, local market conditions, and other factors
Imperative Care Campbell, California, USA Office
Dell Ave, Campbell, CA, United States, 95008
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