Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Hybrid - Acton, MA or San Diego, CA)

Position Overview

Join a team building the core intelligence that powers one of the world’s most advanced automated insulin delivery systems. As a Staff Embedded (Firmware) Software Engineer, you will operate at the intersection of algorithms, embedded systems, real-time control, and safety-critical medical engineering that improves the lives of people with diabetes around the world.

You will own the transformation of next-generation insulin-dosing algorithms into highly optimized C implementations that run on constrained embedded medical devices.

You will lead a technical team influencing architecture, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in closed-loop control, signal processing, and device intelligence.

If you want to work on deeply technical, mission-driven, category-defining product, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Lead & Build

• Implement next-generation insulin-dosing algorithms by converting high-level algorithmic models into efficient, safety-critical C code for embedded medical devices.
• Architect and build next-gen control and signal-processing software that drives real-time insulin delivery decisions.
• Lead complex integrations across software, systems, hardware, and algorithm teams to build tightly coupled embedded solutions.
• Drive the design, verification, and validation of embedded systems in a regulated, safety-critical environment.
• Shape technical direction across the embedded platform, influencing architecture , design patterns, and best practices.
• Mentor engineers, lead design reviews, and act as a subject-matter expert for algorithm implementation and embedded systems.

Who You Are

A senior engineer who thrives in ambiguity, solves problems from first principles, and thinks in systems. Someone who can take a high-level algorithm written in Python/MATLAB and transform it into robust, production-grade embedded software capable of making real clinical decisions.

You understand the weight of building software for medical devices and the excitement of working on products that have never been built before.

Required Strengths

• 7+ years developing software for complex embedded systems
• Expert-level C for real-time, resource-constrained firmware environments
• Deep experience with microcontrollers (ARM, TI, ST, etc.)
• Strong grounding in control systems, algorithms , signal processing, and numerical techniques

• Team leadership experience

• Experience working with senior cross-functional leadership

• Ability to collaborate with algorithm scientists and translate models into device-ready implementations

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Working with I2C/SPI/Flash/EEPROM/USB
• RTOS development
• Experience with C++
• FDA, IEC 62304, or other regulated development environments
• BLE or wireless protocol knowledge
• C-based object-oriented design
• Agile development environments

Why Top Talent Chooses This Role

• You will build software that directly influences patient safety and health outcomes..
• You will work on cutting-edge algorithmic and embedded challenges that push technological boundaries.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred (Computer Science, Computer Engineering); 7 years of experience in embedded software development required

Locations & Flexibility

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements (requires on-site work from an Insulet office). #LI-Hybrid

Additional Information:

Compensation & Benefits: For U.S.-based positions only, the annual base salary range for this role is $152,000.00 - $227,975.00 This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off (PTO) • And additional employee wellness programs Application Details: This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. To apply, please visit the Insulet Careers site and submit your application online. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, and education.