Research Development Software Engineer

Base pay range

$45/hour - $50/hour

R&D Software Engineer – Cybersecurity, 12‑Month Contract, St. Paul, MN (Onsite)

$45/hour – $50/hour (rate negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors)

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with strong proficiency in C++ and Python, with the desire to use these skills to improve the cybersecurity of medical devices. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across both application development and system‑level security engineering.

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications using C++ and Python.
• Implement and maintain secure coding practices and contribute to the hardening of medical devices to effectively protect against and respond to known and emerging cybersecurity threats.
• Utilize OpenSSL for cryptographic operations including symmetric and asymmetric encryption, key pair generation and management, and X.509 certificate creation, signing, and validation.
• Participate in code reviews, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments.
• Document system configurations, software designs, and security architecture.
• Work with Systems Engineering, Product Security, and other stakeholders to develop cybersecurity controls.
• Contribute significantly to completion of various project activities, from definition, identifying software functional requirements, implementation, code reviews, and final release according to medical device development processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated knowledge and 3+ years of experience developing software in C++ and Python.
• Experience with secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) and secure programming practices.
• Ability to apply cybersecurity principles (confidentiality, integrity, availability) to the design and development of medical device software.
• Excellent problem‑solving and debugging skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to communicate to all levels of the organization.

• Knowledge of the Qt application development framework.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with Perl or Shell.
• Experience working in a Linux software development environment.
• Experience with OpenSSL and cryptographic protocols, TLS, and PKCS.
• Knowledge of IEC 62304 and other standards applicable to Class II and Class III medical devices.
• Familiarity with FDA cybersecurity guidance.
• Previous experience working in a regulated industry such as automotive, aerospace, healthcare, or defense.

Mid‑Senior level

Contract

Information Technology

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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