Principal Full Stack Developer (San Jose)

Additional Location(s): US-CA-Santa Clara; US-CA-Mountain View; US-CA-San Jose; US-CA-Silicon Valley; US-CA-SunnyvaleDiversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High PerformanceAt Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions. About the role:Boston Scientific was recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list, reflecting the culture our employees experience every day.The Principal Full Stack Developer serves as a senior technical leader responsible for shaping the design and delivery of innovative digital platforms that improve patient outcomes, connect medical devices, and enhance clinician experiences worldwide.This role architects and delivers enterprise-grade applications across the full stack, from intuitive front-end interfaces to scalable, secure back-end systems and cloud-native microservices. The position plays a critical role in advancing high-performing, compliant digital health and device software solutions while fostering engineering excellence and cross-functional collaboration.At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our Santa Clara, CA office at least three days per week.Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.Your responsibilities will include:Lead and coordinate engineering teams to deliver high-quality, scalable full stack solutions aligned to business objectivesOwn the architecture, design, and delivery of end-to-end software solutions supporting digital health and connected device platformsDefine and implement cloud-native architectures using AWS, Azure, and microservices frameworksDrive modernization initiatives, including cloud migration, API-first design, and transition to microservices-based architecturesEstablish and enforce technical standards, best practices, and scalable design patterns across development teamsDevelop and oversee complex applications and APIs using modern technologies such as React, TypeScript, Node.js, and Java Spring BootPartner with DevOps and data engineering teams to enable CI/CD pipelines and integrate analytics and AI-driven capabilitiesEnsure solutions meet enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA standardsCollaborate with product management, UX, and quality teams to deliver user-centered, high-performing software solutionsMentor engineers and provide technical leadership across planning, estimation, and full software development life cycle executionRequired qualifications:Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related fieldMinimum of 8 years' experience in software developmentMinimum of 3 years' experience in a principal, architect, or technical leadership roleDeep expertise in full stack development using Node.js, and/or Java, with strong back-end architecture experienceProven experience building scalable microservices and distributed systems in AWS and/or Azure environmentsProficiency in SQL databasesHands-on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and KubernetesStrong understanding of security, performance, and accessibility best practicesExperience working in Agile/ Scrum environmentsProven technical leadership and ability to influence across teamsPreferred qualifications:Experience in medical device, digital health, or other regulated environmentsExperience with event-driven architectures and streaming technologies such as Kafka or Event HubFamiliarity with observability practices, including logging, metrics, and tracingExperience with performance optimization and application security best practicesExposure to AI/ML technologies and data-driven application developmentStrong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skillsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and deliver well-designed, technically sound solutionsRequisition ID: 628440Minimum Salary: $116600Maximum Salary: $221500The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at  and follow us on LinkedIn.Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.