Senior Firmware Engineer

Senior Firmware EngineerAt Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.Nevro (A subsidiary of Globus Medical) is a global medical device company. We are focused on delivering comprehensive, life-changing solutions that continue to set the standard for enduring patient outcomes in chronic pain treatment. The company started with a simple mission to help more patients suffering from debilitating pain and developed its proprietary 10 kHz Therapy, an evidence-based, non-pharmacologic innovation that has impacted the lives of more than 100,000 patients globally.Position SummaryThe Senior Firmware Engineer will develop and deliver reliable, compliant, and high-quality embedded firmware for implantable medical devices and accessories used in spinal cord injury repair, over the full firmware lifecycle, ensuring system integrity, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. This role will serve as a technical influencer—driving firmware architecture decisions, shaping development practices, and guiding cross-functional teams toward robust, scalable solutions.Essential FunctionsFirmware DevelopmentDesign and implement embedded and PC-based software that interfaces with implantable stimulators and external accessories.Define software requirements, create detailed designs, implement and test code, and perform verification and validation in accordance with internal and external standards.Investigate, debug, and analyze device issues in complex system interactions during development, verification, and commercialization.Support deployed products by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to ensure continued device reliability and patient safety.Influence software and system design decisions by providing expert insight into firmware architecture, performance trade-offs, and integration risks.Regulated Software DevelopmentDevelop software in compliance with company procedures, FDA regulations, and international standards (e.g., IEC 62304, ISO 13485, ISO 14971).Conduct and participate in cross-functional design and code reviews throughout the development lifecycle.Advocate for best practices in software, safety, traceability, and documentation across the development organization.Technical LeadershipServe as a key technical contributor who influences project scope, technical trade-offs, and long-term platform strategies.Operate independently with minimal supervision, identifying and mitigating development risks proactively.Plan, coordinate, and execute significant firmware projects or multiple smaller projects with complex features, leveraging internal and external resources.Guide the transition of advanced technologies into production products, ensuring interface integrity across all system components.Mentor junior engineers and peers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Innovation and Technology AssessmentEvaluate new technologies through literature reviews and proof-of-concept efforts, communicating findings and recommendations to the broader development organization.Contribute to the company's intellectual property base through invention disclosures and collaboration with management on new concepts.Proactively identify opportunities to apply emerging technologies or methods that improve system performance, development efficiency, or reliability.Quality and Process DisciplineWork in accordance with quality system procedures and actively support continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure deliverables meet safety, performance, and compliance objectives throughout the development cycleAdheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies.Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your roleRepresents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third partiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.QualificationsB.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.Minimum 4 years of experience in software design for embedded systems is required.Experience working in high-reliability or regulated industries such as medical devices, automotive, or aerospace preferredProficiency in C for embedded systems is required.Knowledge of Assembly, C++, C#, Rust and other relevant development languages is also desired.Hands on experience with ARM microcontrollers and wireless communication technology is preferred.Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, bus analyzers and logic analyzers is required.Knowledge of software lifecycle standards and regulatory requirements (IEC 62304, ISO 13485, FDA QSR).Experience with implantable medical device development and functional familiarity with FDA submissions preferred.Demonstrated ability to influence technical direction, drive cross-functional decisions, and lead by example in a regulated environment.Strong communication and collaboration skills to align engineering, quality, and clinical objectives.Our ValuesOur Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutionsCustomer Focused: We listen to our customers' needs and respond with a sense of urgencyTeamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other strongerDriven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.Physical DemandsThe physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlRequired to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 poundsRequired to possess specific vision abilities, including: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus.Equal Employment OpportunityGlobus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees' talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.