Embedded Software Engineer

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Your Role at Baxter This is where your work saves lives. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development of advanced medical monitoring products that save lives around the world. You will work closely with experienced engineers to design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software solutions. This role is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career engineer who is eager to learn, grow technical skills, and gain exposure to real-world embedded systems in a regulated, mission‑critical environment. The ideal candidate is curious, motivated, and enthusiastic about embedded software development, with a solid foundation in C++ and a strong desire to build expertise in Qt/Javascript REACT and embedded systems. Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential. What you’ll be doing As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll: Develop Embedded Software Components Assist in developing and maintaining embedded software applications using C++ and the Qt framework/Javascript REACT, under the guidance of senior engineers. Collaborate with the Team Work with software engineers, hardware engineers, and product team members to understand system requirements and contribute to software–hardware integration efforts. Learn and Apply Best Practices Participate in code reviews, follow established coding standards, and learn modern software development practices, including testing and debugging techniques. Support Testing and Debugging Help identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues in embedded environments, including basic performance and reliability testing. Contribute to Documentation Assist with creating and maintaining clear technical documentation for designs, implementations, and test procedures. Grow Your Technical Skills Learn from senior and principal engineers, gradually taking ownership of well-defined features or modules as your experience grows. What you’ll bring Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with 0 + years of experience in software or embedded systems development (including internships, co-ops, or academic projects). Programming Fundamentals Knowledge in C++ and a UI framework (Qt, JavaScript, React), with an understanding of object-oriented programming concepts. Exposure to Qt or other UI frameworks is a plus. Embedded Systems Exposure Familiarity with embedded systems concepts and basic exposure to embedded Linux or similar environments through coursework or projects. Problem-Solving Skills Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and ask questions when solving technical challenges. Collaboration & Communication Ability to communicate clearly, work well in a team environment, and accept feedback as part of continuous improvement. Baxter is committed to supporting the need for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes the required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change. We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $88,000 to $121,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. #LI-MS1 US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico) This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. 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To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice. No matter your role at Baxter, your talent, skills, and time has a direct impact on people's lives. Since 1931, we have been at the forefront of innovation by bringing smarter, more personalized care to patients around the world. Now, we're more determined than ever to make a lasting impact as we are redefining healthcare delivery across the care journey. Our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives motivates us as we create a culture in which each of us can succeed. This is where you belong.