As a Principal Systems Engineer in the Neuromodulation operating unit , you will have responsibility for developing new neurostimulator system s , with a focus on digital platform solutions including defining , maintaining , and integrating the architecture of data provided by those systems a nd their users . This position will lead and perform the role of Systems Platform Architect within the Systems Solutions organization in Neuromodulation helping drive the definition, design and development of complex digital platform systems supporting the treatment of conditions related to the central nervous system .
You will act as a technical leader within a matrix organization to support the Systems Engineering organization in the definition, design, development, and testing of complex medical device systems. S ystem designs typically include a mix of consumer and medical tech nologies involving electronic circuits, batteries , software , wireless communication, and supporting network services along with external interfaces such as 3rd party software applications, wearable s and IT infrastructure . System s are designed with the user in mind to provide innovative solutions in the marketplace .
As a Technical Specialist leader, you will be empowered to foster collaboration across R&D, leading systems or initiatives related to new technologies or therapies - from design to implementation - while adhering to policies, using specialized knowledge and skills.
Organizational Impact: Contribute s to defining the direction for new products, processes, standards, or operational plans based on business strategy with a significant impact on work group results.
Innovation & Complexity : This person will demonstrate an ability to manage complex, high-quantity, and often contradictory information to solve problems effectively, apply business knowledge to advance organizational goals, and comfortably navigate complex policy, people, and process-related organizational dynamics.
Communication and Influence: Represents organization as a primary contact for specific projects and initiatives; communicates with internal and external customers and vendors at various levels.
Neuromodulation products provide therapy for a variety of conditions including Chronic Pain, Cancer Pain, Severe Spasticity, Epilepsy, Dystonia, Essential Tremor, and Parkinson's Disease. Products include implantable and external neurostimulators, implantable infusion pumps, and associated device recharge and programming instruments .
Location: Rice Creek, MN (Onsite/Hybrid)
Travel: < 10% domestic and international travel
A Day in the Life
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Develop digital solutions execut ing roadmap and phased implementation approach for Digital and Data platforms in partnership with cross-functional business , engineering & software architecture teams .
Performs system architecture development, Data flow technical planning, manage technical debt and feature backlog , execute system integration, evaluat e design alternatives including cost and risk, supportability, and analyses for total systems.
Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include : concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal.
Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
Defines the technologies, policies, and data models to be used in collecting, organizing , storing, and accessing information.
Defines the integration of security, performance, maintainability, lifecycle, and d ata recovery inputs in the design and implementation of data management solutions.
Performs hands-on integration of the platform to support maturing the digital platform solutions , further proposing architecture , data management updates based on the implementation and user feedback.
Formulate plans and provide guidance on architecting automated software and system integration solutions including DevOps CI/CD pipelines and best practices.
This individual is expected to be a thought leader, proficient in building consensus and establishing strong links between business and engineering, and technology sectors.
Must Have ( Minimum Requirements ):
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related technical field with minimum of 7 years of experience in System Engineering discipline.
Or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field with minimum of 5 years of experience in System Engineering discipline.
Nice to Have:
Advance degree preferred.
Experience in Systems Engineering discipline or use of Systems Engineering methodologies.
Previous medical device experience with a history of developing products from technology to market release in an FDA regulated environment.
Previous experience establishing and maintaining information systems, IT, cloud infrastructure, health software and firmware designs.
Experience with designing APIs and the software to support those interfaces.
Experience designing systems to meet ISO and Quality System Regulation requirements, including IEC-60601-1, -2, -6, IEC-62304, ISO-14971, FDA 21CFR820.30 for Class I, II and III medical systems.
Experience with data privacy (e.g. EU GDPR) regulations.
Experience with data processing and predictive analytics algorithms.
Experience developing software system automation solutions with focus on end-to-end automation.
Experience working in cross-functional and team environments.
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Physical Job Requirements The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America).
