Embedded Systems Engineer - Kasmo Inc

Job Title: Senior Embedded Systems Engineer / Team Lead

Location: Remote
Type: Long-Term Contract

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Embedded Systems Engineer / Team Lead to design, develop, and optimize our cardiovascular diagnostic product line. In this critical role, you will lead a team and collaborate closely with hardware engineers, software developers, and clinical experts to ensure our products meet regulatory standards and deliver outstanding performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of embedded systems for medical devices, ensuring high reliability, safety, and performance.
• Develop and maintain embedded firmware and software, including low-level device drivers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and communication protocols.
• Perform system analysis and debugging to resolve complex issues in embedded systems.
• Create and review technical documentation such as design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
• Ensure compliance with medical device regulations such as FDA, ISO, and other industry standards.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Manage the development and delivery of embedded systems, balancing technical requirements, resources, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Hire, manage, and mentor a team of developers, including both freelancers and full-time employees (FTEs).
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, applying new knowledge to improve existing systems and explore innovative opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in embedded systems engineering, with a focus on medical device development.
• Proficient in embedded C/C++ programming and experienced with RTOS and Linux.
• Strong background in hardware-software integration, including working with microcontrollers, sensors, and communication interfaces.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), development tools (e.g., IDEs, debuggers), and CI/CD automation tools.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze and debug complex systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• In-depth knowledge of medical device regulations and standards such as IEC 62304 and ISO 13485.
• Experience with safety-critical systems and software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal, leadership, and mentoring skills.