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MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

Our Sylmar, CA location is seeking a high-caliber product development Software Requirements Engineer that will focus on Abbott’s line of Remote Monitoring products for treating and monitoring cardiac arrhythmias. The candidate in this role works to ensure our implantable devices can be monitored by our cloud services, Merlin.net Web Application and associated sub-components. Working under general supervision, supports product development efforts by investigating, defining, analyzing, and documenting via software requirements Remote Monitoring feature design and behavior. Performs additional analysis and/or interviews to determine the requirements and constraints on the assigned portion of the software and is accountable for resolving cross-functional issues. Work requires the application of theoretical principles, evaluation, ingenuity and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Demonstrates aspects of technical or organizational leadership within the current projects. Has the ability to apply technical, clinical and marketing understanding of issues to bring tasks to resolution within assigned projects. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises appropriate level of technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing and coordinating systems engineering assignments. Stays abreast of and communicates technical advancements to colleagues and associates. Routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes. This role will be onsite in Sylmar, CA. No remote options available.

What You’ll Do

• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Contributes to the evaluation and validation of a specific subsystem or project prior to submission.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Facilitates the transition of algorithms and system requirements into new projects through collaborative review and evaluation. Assesses the clinical and software risks of new algorithm designs and features, and identifies potential interactions with existing ones.
• Gathers and analyzes input requirements for medical devices, supporting instrumentation/service infrastructure, and translates these into specific system requirements/interface specifications. Participates in broad cross functional review of work output. Updates and maintains feature specifications for one major project and may support one or more minor project.
• Provides input into the development of clinical system validation plans, and the conduct of those tests.
• Identifies and resolves issues, escalating as appropriate.
• Leads/owns pre-defined tasks within a larger effort such as definition or product development of a sub-system, and drives them to on-time, high quality completion.
• Interacts with functional groups as necessary to conduct technical feasibility, understanding of requirements and correct interpretation of software requirements.

Education And Experience You’ll Bring

Education

Required

Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) in Biomedical Engineering or a related software or engineering field.

Preferred

Masters Degree (± 18 years) in a relevant discipline/concentration, including Biomedical Engineering, preferred. With relevant project experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Experience/Background

Minimum 2 years

• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.
• Relevant, progressively more responsible work experience in medical product development.
• Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred. Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Professional certification or designation preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Ability to travel approximately 10%, including internationally.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively integrate information from varied disciplines including Clinical Medicine, Engineering, Marketing and Regulatory Affairs required. Medical device industry experience preferred.

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $65,200.00 – $130,400.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.