Robotics Software Engineer, RTI (Pittsburgh, PA)

Software Development Engineer, RTI (Pittsburgh, PA)

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Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.   

We are looking for a Software Development Engineer on the RTI team (Research, Technology and Innovation) to drive the technical solutions and execute projects that leverage digital technology for improving patient outcomes and economic value.

What will you be doing?

The Software Development Engineer will lead software development through early stage prototyping, implementation of product requirements, software architecture development and proof-of-concept verification and validation. The Software Development Engineer will bring clear sense of urgency and demonstrated track record of driving innovation leading to the introduction of new technologies in the marketplace. Software Development Engineer will work independently or with the Research Technology and Innovation (RTI) team in new or important initiatives that can result in future commercial products. 

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelors plus 3 years’ experience developing/working with large-scale C++ projects in the Linux/Unix environment  or Masters plus 1 year.
• Good understanding of 3D geometric concepts such as rotation matrices and coordinate transforms   
• Ability to communicate with systems users and present results of tests and experiments in text, tabular and graphic form   
• Experience in design and implementation of FDA-compliant medical device software systems   
• Experience/expertise in computer vision/image processing algorithms   
• Experience with user interface toolkits   
• Experience programming for time-critical/real-time applications   
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating system   
• Experience using data-analysis tools such as Matlab.   
• Experience with software tools such as GIT, JIRA and build tools such as Make and CMake  

PREFERRED:  

• Strong background in computer vision.  
• Demonstrated programming experience with the OpenGL graphics library   
• Expertise in applied Linear Algebra concepts   
• Experience using and programming for position tracking systems   
• Experience with 3D modeling or CAD software   
• Business development expertise either through coursework or industry experience   
• Experience with testing frameworks like Google Test  
• Experience in software development for Medical Robotics, Surgical Navigation and Augmented Reality.  
• Demonstrated programming experience in visualization 3D data using OpenGL or similar graphics library  
• Experience with Windows operating systems including internal of Windows internals.  
• Experience with cloud environments such as AWS.  

You Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.    

• Inclusion, Diversity and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/) 
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement  
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day  
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program 
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)  
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship  
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!  

Smith+Nephew is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Smith+Nephew will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please alert the recruiter if you are selected to move forward. 

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.