Job Description
Job Description
Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.
Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.
Job Summary:
Nova is seeking a Software Engineer II to contribute to the development and maintenance of software for medical device systems. The successful candidate will develop and support Linux-based C++ applications, collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, and participate in testing, troubleshooting, and documentation throughout the software development life cycle.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, test, and maintain software applications using C++ in a Linux environment.
- Implement software features based on defined requirements and software designs.
- Support communication interfaces between software, instruments, devices, and external systems.
- Participate in requirements reviews, technical discussions, code reviews, and design activities.
- Create and maintain unit and integration tests.
- Investigate and resolve software defects involving application logic, communication, system integration, and deployment.
- Collaborate with software, systems, hardware, quality, and other cross-functional teams.
- Maintain clear software implementation and verification documentation in accordance with established development processes.
- Experience Requirements:
- Working knowledge of C++ and object-oriented programming.
- Experience developing software in Linux environments.
- Basic understanding of multithreading, interprocess communication, and socket programming.
- Familiarity with source control, unit testing, debugging tools, and software development life-cycle practices.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills, with initiative and willingness to learn new technologies and regulated development practices.
- Exposure to medical device software, regulated industries, Windows development, SQL databases, or automated build tools is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Three years of software development experience, including relevant internships, co-op assignments, or substantial academic or personal projects.
- Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- The ability to work on a laptop or desktop computer for prolonged periods of time.
- The ability to lift at least 15 lb.
- The ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
- The ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach.
- The ability to travel as needed.
- The ability to work in laboratory and manufacturing environments as required.
Why Work for Nova Biomedical
- Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Competitive 401k company match
- Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Generous Tuition reimbursement
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
- Professional development, engagement and events
- Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
- Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office
Work Location: Waltham, MA - 4 days/week on-site
Targeted Salary Range: $95,000 to $115,000 annually
Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.
About the Company
At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.
Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.
With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.
Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.
Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com
EEO Statement:
Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.
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