About the role

Principal Software Engineer developing Android applications within healthcare technology at Baxter. Responsible for building robust software architectures and delivering quality solutions for medical devices in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Apply and demonstrate strong software engineering expertise to build and develop robust software architectures.
Influence the processes and methodologies the team uses to develop quality software.
Develop software components in an Android environment that will be deployed in medical products, using architectural patterns, strong object-oriented principles, unit testing, and automated testing tools.
Own and control software implementation, ensuring that software is built in a modular fashion, testable, reusable, and maintainable.
Participate in the formal documentation processes for requirements generation, software architecture, and detailed builds.
Analyze and understand product requirements, deriving software requirements.
Identify key product-level technical risks and assist project managers in developing mitigation and recovery plans.
Review work products and ensure the quality of deliverables.
Provide input to test strategies at both product and module levels.
Drive the application of principles of SDLC and methodologies like Lean/Agile/XP, Software and Product Security, Scalability, Documentation Practices, refactoring, and testing techniques.
Own and drive continuous improvement activities by identifying and appropriately advancing process and product quality gaps.

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field with 5+ years in software engineering and 2+ years developing Android applications
Proficiency in Java/Kotlin, with additional familiarity in JavaScript/TypeScript and C++ for embedded/firmware
Hands‑on experience with Android SDK, NDK, Android Studio, and strong understanding of Android architecture, components, security, and best practices
Background in regulated industries preferred, especially medical devices with exposure to IEC 62304 and quality/regulatory collaboration
Strong software architecture, design patterns, SOLID principles, TDD, and CI/CD familiarity
Experience working in Agile environments using tools like Azure DevOps or Jira, and version control systems such as Git or SVN
Proven track record of delivering technical solutions, solving complex problems, and working effectively with cross‑functional and multisite teams
Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills, with a proactive mindset and willingness to mentor and drive team success.

medical and dental coverage that start on day one
insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
paid holidays
paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
family and medical leaves of absence
paid parental leave
commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
childcare benefits