Principal Architect, Embedded Platforms & IoMT

About the role

You will own the end-to-end firmware and software architecture for our medical devices, spanning technology strategy, technical specifications through detailed design, implementation, verification, and system integration. This includes defining and leading product security architecture and cybersecurity solutioning aligned with regulatory and business needs. This is a highly visible player coach role.

Responsibilities

• Own the firmware/software architecture for medical devices, including product security architecture and security solutioning, and ensure traceability from requirements through implementation, verification, and system integration.
• Define and evolve a forward-looking technical roadmap aligned to business strategy, clinical/regulatory needs, and product lifecycle considerations.
• Produce clear architectural designs and detailed specifications; evaluate tradeoffs (performance, safety, security, cost, schedule) and guide practical implementation.
• Lead design reviews and technical decision-making; establish and enforce architecture guidelines, coding standards, and best practices.
• Remain hands-on by designing and implementing the most critical components, performing code reviews, and supporting verification, test automation, and debug activities.
• Partner with project management and cross-functional stakeholders to plan work, monitor progress, manage technical risk, and deliver key milestones on time.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex technical issues; drive structured troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Author and maintain architectural documentation to support clarity, reuse, and compliance with FDA/quality system requirements.
• Define security requirements and architecture (e.g., threat modeling, security controls, secure boot/updates, encryption, authentication/authorization) and drive implementation-ready security solutions across firmware, software, and interfaces.
• Partner with Information Security and Quality/Regulatory to validate cybersecurity design choices (risk assessments, vulnerability management, secure SDLC), and ensure security controls are verifiable and compliant.
• Mentor and coach engineers through pairing, reviews, and technical guidance; foster a culture of learning, ownership, and engineering excellence.
• Communicate architecture decisions and their business impact to stakeholders, enabling data-driven tradeoffs and alignment across the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and agile project management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in C++ and C programming.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity best practice for medical devices.
• Experience with business analysis techniques and processes.
• Professional background in both computer hardware and software analysis.
• Extensive knowledge of FDA regulations and compliance for medical devices.
• High-level critical thinking, organizational skills, and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor/ Master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• 12+ years of overall professional experience, including:
• Min 5 years in software development and architecture within the Medical Device industry or another regulated industry.
• Min 10 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Min 5 years of software architecture experience and product security.
• Min 5 years of experience building digital health solutions.

Disclaimer

Inogen assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $120,000.00 and $145,000.00 annually. However, actual base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and will be based on non-discriminatory factors, including as to individual skills, education, experience and market location. Our Benefits and Rewards: In addition to the expected base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Inogen’s annual performance bonus incentive plan, highly competitive and company-sponsored benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in our strong culture of excellence. As a valued member of our team, Inogen provides health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, and generous paid leaves such as vacation and sick leave, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. Inogen is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.