Posted 26 June, 2026

Job Id: 628843

Principal Engineer


Location: North Andover, Massachusetts
Category: Engineering
Salary: Apply for details
Country: United States
Employment: Contract
Worksite: On-Site
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Job Description

Pay ranges between 85-95/hr based on experience 

Job Summary:
The Principal Engineer, Software Clinical Application designs and implements software applications to achieve product functionality needs and business objectives.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITES
1)Under minimal guidance performs, design and develops software applications and/or processes within established medical product design controls.
2) Improves software engineering process efficiency
3) Resolves software defects
4) Supports effort to create efficient software engineering practices
5) Performs root cause and failure analysis activities
6) May mentor and guide junior staff
7) Works with internal and external staff to conduct design, redesign, prototype, and other software engineering activities
8) Authors and reviews software specifications
9) Maintains technical records and files
10) Assists with project timing, tracking progress to program schedule

Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
*Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field with 5 – 7 years of related experience
*Experience working in the Agile environment a plus.
*Strong experience with C++, emphasizing object-oriented design, use of design patterns, and leveraging modern C++ features
* Demonstrated ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable software solutions.
* Solid understanding of the software development life cycle, with a focus on clean, testable code.
* Comfortability with linux shell scripting and command-line tools.
* Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and tools.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration in cross-functional teams.
* Experience with the Qt framework for developing cross-platform applications and user interfaces is a strong plus.
* Experience in embedded systems development, especially in low-level programming and hardwaresoftware integration, is a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.

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