Medtronic · 1 day ago
Distinguished Software Engineer - CST - Lafayette, CO (Onsite)
Lafayette, Colorado, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$196K/yr - $294K/yr
11+ years expMedtronic is a global healthcare technology leader committed to alleviating pain and restoring health. The Distinguished Software Engineer will lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable web-based software solutions, ensuring alignment with business strategy and user experience goals.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Define and communicate the architectural vision for web-based platforms, ensuring consistency, scalability, and maintainability
Lead the evaluation and selection of technologies, frameworks, and tools for web application development
Oversee the integration of cloud-based and SaaS solutions, ensuring robust interoperability and data security
Collaborate with product management, engineering, and quality teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Develop and maintain architectural standards, patterns, and best practices for web applications
Guide teams in behavior-driven development (BDD), test automation, and modern software engineering practices
Provide technical leadership across multiple projects and product lines, ensuring adherence to architectural rails and optimizing clinical user experience
Eliminate duplication and drive reuse of common building blocks across software and hardware architecture
Mentor software engineers and junior architects, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Facilitate technical exchanges and knowledge sharing across teams and with external partners
Ensure solutions comply with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and security policies
Lead risk assessments and drive initiatives to accelerate compliance-related collateral using AI and automation
Qualification
Required
Baccalaureate degree and minimum of 15 years of relevant experience OR
Master's degree with a minimum of 13 years relevant experience OR
PhD with 11 years relevant experience
Preferred
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in software architecture, with a focus on web-based and cloud-native applications
Proven expertise in modern web technologies (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Angular, Node.js), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and SaaS integration
Strong understanding of systems engineering, integration, and user experience optimization
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex technical projects
Experience with behavior-driven development (BDD) and test automation frameworks
Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance in healthcare or regulated industries
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Expertise in the medical device industry or in the surgery field
Expertise in developing and managing high-performing teams
Expertise in Systems Engineering process and principals applied to software, hardware, and complex system design
Expertise in using tools and models that facilitate system design
Expertise in applying medical device regulations to product design
Expertise in requirements development and safety risk management practices for medical device design
Expertise in robotic-assisted surgery, computer-assisted surgery, anatomical imaging, powered drill, and/or radio frequency instrumentation technologies
Expertise in planning and conducting user evaluations of product designs, analyzing data, documenting evaluation methods and results, and presenting design recommendations to product teams
Expertise with software design and iterative (Agile) software development practices
Expertise with hardware design
Ability to provide creativity while solving complex problems without known solutions
Ability to quickly prototype new concepts and ideas
Ability to assess new technologies via comprehensive reviews of the state-of-the-art
Good at communicating complex technical opportunities, challenges, and other information to project and organizational leaders in a concise but thorough fashion
Skill in project management including leading a technical team as well as planning and estimation of tasks, milestones, resources, and budget
Strong leadership skills and mentoring capabilities
Strong ability to drive change – including design practices and processes – throughout the organization
Ability to work with individuals from different geographic locations and cultures
Ability to adapt to evolving business needs and technology trends
Benefits
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (349)
2024 (387)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
NHS EnglandBlackstone Life SciencesTrade Capital Funding
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Martha
CEO
Linnea Burman
SVP & President, Neurovascular
Recent News
2026-01-07
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