Senior Principal Software Engineer

Medtronic, a leading global healthcare technology company, is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to drive software engineering excellence across their Cardiovascular, Medical Surgical, and Neuroscience portfolios. This leadership role focuses on software engineering capabilities, excellence metrics, and patient safety, reporting to the Director of Software Technology.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 20+ years of experience who will be responsible for ensuring software systems meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. The role combines technical leadership with strategic oversight of software development processes, particularly in regulated healthcare environments.

Key responsibilities include driving software maturity initiatives, implementing quality metrics, overseeing DevOps practices, and ensuring compliance with medical device industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in enterprise software development, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance, particularly with standards like ISO 13485 and IEC 62304.

At Medtronic, you'll be part of a 95,000+ strong global team united by the mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. The company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth in an innovative environment where your work directly impacts patient care and healthcare delivery worldwide.

This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of software engineering and healthcare, contributing to life-changing medical technologies while leading technical excellence initiatives. The hybrid work environment in Hyderabad, India, provides flexibility while maintaining collaborative opportunities with global teams.