Pharmavise Corporation · 3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer — Medical Device (Onsite — Irvine, CA) Possible Temp\-to\-Hire
Pharmavise Corporation is seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer to join the Client’s Urology team. This role involves technical activities related to the customization and validation of the Android Operating System within a Class III medical device, bridging software engineering, cybersecurity, and medical device product integration.
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Responsibilities
Analyze and modify Android OS (v5) source to address identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities and compliance gaps
Implement OS-level patches, configuration changes, and security controls consistent with medical device cybersecurity guidance (FDA premarket & post market cybersecurity, and EU MDCG )
Manage integration of third-party libraries and drivers while maintaining software traceability and regulatory documentation
Adapt and refactor existing applications to ensure compatibility with the custom Android OS as needed
Optimize interprocess communication, resource management, and hardware interface behaviors in the updated OS environment
Collaborate with application developers to test and validate functionality per intended use
Conduct OS-level verification and validation per IEC 62304 and internal design control SOPs
Support risk analysis and mitigation activities per ISO 14971 and internal software QMS SOPs
Contribute to software documentation, including software architecture, verification plans, test protocols, and traceability matrices
Participate in technical reviews and audits to ensure software compliance with applicable standards
Work in close coordination with cybersecurity, software, design quality, and system engineering teams to ensure secure and reliable system operation
Support integration testing and root cause analysis of OS-related issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 3 years in Android OS development or customization
Hands-on experience with AOSP, Android build systems, and kernel-level modification
Strong understanding of embedded systems, Linux internals, and Android application frameworks
Proven experience in regulated environments (medical device, aerospace, automotive, or defense)
Working knowledge of IEC 62304, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, and other regulations
Familiarity with cybersecurity risk assessment, threat modeling, and vulnerability remediation in embedded platforms
Preferred
Experience with Android OS version 5 or legacy Android platforms in long-lifecycle products
Strong debugging, profiling, and reverse-engineering skills
Prior experience supporting device certification and regulatory submissions
Excellent communication and documentation skills for technical and compliance deliverables