Staff Software Engineer
The Staff Software Engineer at Confidential Client's Endoscopy division leads the design and development of Windows-based software applications for the Connected OR platform, focusing on C#, .NET, WPF, and hardware integration. This role involves collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality medical device software throughout the full product lifecycle while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. The position requires onsite presence multiple times per week near San Jose, CA, supporting complex software architectures in a regulated environment.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to lead design and development of Windows-based desktop software for endoscopy and Connected OR products. You will take technical ownership across architecture, implementation, verification, and release for complex, hardware-integrated systems.
- Design, develop, and maintain Windows desktop applications using C#, .NET, and Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) with a focus on scalable architectures and strong user experience.
- Lead cross-functional engineering efforts and collaborate with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Product, and Project Management teams.
- Drive full product lifecycle activities from concept and design through verification, validation, and product launch.
- Design, develop, and verify software components that meet system requirements and coding standards for regulated medical device environments.
- Translate clinical, market, and user inputs into clear software requirements, component designs, and testable specifications.
- Build and execute advanced prototypes and tests to evaluate tradeoffs, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure performance against defined requirements.
- Integrate software with hardware components, devices, and embedded systems; develop or support Windows Services and inter-process/device communication.
- Participate in and lead code reviews, apply software design best practices, and estimate development effort and timelines.
- Produce and maintain engineering artifacts including requirements, architectural designs, test artifacts, bug reports, and Design History File documentation.
- Mentor peers on engineering practices, design control, risk management, and quality system requirements.
What You Need
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- Demonstrated experience designing and developing Windows desktop applications with Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF).
- Strong hands-on experience with C# and .NET.
- Experience developing Windows Services and integrating software with hardware components, devices, or embedded/firmware systems.
- Experience designing, developing, or integrating at least one of: REST, SOAP, WCF, or gRPC APIs.
Preferred:
- Experience with MVVM architecture, XAML, object‑oriented design principles, and common design patterns; familiarity with C++ is a plus.
- Experience with video/audio/visualization systems, signal routing, FPGA-related environments, or connected hardware ecosystems.
- Knowledge of Ethernet/IP networking protocols (TCP/UDP, Multicast, QoS, VLANs, NDI, SDVoE) or relevant networking certifications (e.g., CCNA).
- Experience working in regulated medical device development with design controls (e.g., IEC 62304, IEC 60601, FDA 21 CFR Part 820).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $133,400 - $222,300 USD annually.
- Healthcare: Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity options; wellbeing programs and personalized healthcare support.
- Financial: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
- Additional professional development, collaboration opportunities, and work on impactful medical technologies.
Workplace & Location
- Location: San Jose, CA (onsite multiple times per week). Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to the San Jose area.
- This role will require regular onsite collaboration with cross-functional teams and hardware labs.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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