Staff Software Engineer (Pittsburgh, PA)

About the role

At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living! We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer to join our team and help us enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-quality, scalable, and robust software solutions for medical applications using full-stack development principles.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, product owners, and fellow engineers.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as a peer coach and mentor to other engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
• Participate in process design reviews and continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of professional experience in design and implementation of complex software components
• Strong programming skills in a compiled language such as C++, and experience developing production software in Python
• Experience designing and implementing front-end efficient User Interfaces for C++ applications using OpenGL and/or modern UI frameworks (e.g. Qt)
• Experience with GPU programming (CUDA, OpenCL)
• Proficiency in image processing algorithms and libraries (e.g., OpenCV, ITK)
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with medical image visualization tools and techniques
• Proven track record in algorithm development
• Knowledge of robotic systems
• Familiarity with edge computing platforms
• Experience in machine learning or deep learning, especially in segmentation, registration, or classification of medical images
• Experience with DICOM standards and PACS integration, or cloud-based deployment

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) Matching Program
• 401(k) 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!

Pay

Competitive salary and progressive benefits.

Schedule

Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)