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Nanopath · 4 days ago

Software Engineer (Senior/Staff/Principal)

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

4+ years exp

Nanopath is developing a first-in-class in vitro diagnostics platform to revolutionize disease diagnosis. The Software Engineer will serve as the lead architect and hands-on developer for embedded software, data pipelines, and user interfaces for Nanopath’s first diagnostic device.

Biotechnology

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead architect and hands-on developer for embedded software, data pipelines, and user interfaces for Nanopath’s first diagnostic device

Own system-level design, including hardware-software integration of motion control, fluid actuation, thermal management, and optical readout modules

Lead internal and external software resources through design, development, and testing of all software workstreams

Develop software documentation aligned with IEC 62304 and ISO 13485

Champion best practices in software development, cybersecurity, and quality assurance

Collaborate with a cross-functional team (mechanical, electrical, system, assay) to manage short- and long-term technical priorities

Qualification

C/C++ programmingEmbedded systems developmentISO 13485 compliancePython for data analysisRisk management (ISO 14971)CommunicationCreative problem-solvingProactive self-starter

Required

Serve as the lead architect and hands-on developer for embedded software, data pipelines, and user interfaces for Nanopath's first diagnostic device

Own system-level design, including hardware-software integration of motion control, fluid actuation, thermal management, and optical readout modules

Lead internal and external software resources through design, development, and testing of all software workstreams

Develop software documentation aligned with IEC 62304 and ISO 13485

Champion best practices in software development, cybersecurity, and quality assurance

Collaborate with a cross-functional team (mechanical, electrical, system, assay) to manage short- and long-term technical priorities

Strong proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded, safety-critical systems

Experience using Python for data analysis, algorithm development, and test automation

Extensive experience developing software for diagnostic devices, medical devices, or drug-delivery systems under ISO 13485 and IEC 62304 (Class C), including ownership of SRS, architecture, and verification

Strong grounding in risk management aligned to ISO 14971

Background in embedded systems development of motion control, fluidic actuation, thermal management, and/or optical readout modules

Proven ability to architect complex, modular software systems with reliability and safety at the forefront

Executed software development for a 510(k) medical device from R&D through launch

B.S. or M.S. in computer science, electrical engineering or related technical discipline with at least 4 years of industry experience

Ability to work on-site in Cambridge, MA

Excellent communication and presentation skills, highly organized with demonstrated curiosity, scientific rigor and creative problem-solving

Proactive self-starter with eagerness to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment

Passion for technology translation and willingness to shape Nanopath's future