Software Development Engineer 3

Job Title: Software Development Engineer 3 Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Software Development Engineer 3 with our client located in Sunnyvale, CA. Job Description: The engineer in this position will play a key role on the Manufacturing Software Engineering team to enable the manufacture of new surgical robotic instruments and accessories. This engineer will develop the software and algorithms that assure each instrument’s kinematic performance and safety. The position will require close collaboration with product development teams, systems analysts, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, manufacturing engineers, and quality engineers to build a coherent diagnostic strategy and develop software to implement the same. Job Responsibilities: Develop software systems that control machines to streamline manufacturing process Builds and maintain software infrastructures that enable value extraction from the data generated Understand each new product’s operation and control, and develop the means to ensure their integrity in volume production Design, document, and qualify software for use in manufacturing new instruments and accessories Follow good software development practices Work independently to overcome roadblocks with minimum guidance Take ownership of manufacturing software and work with cross-functional teams to drive projects Support existing production software Job Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering (Software Engineering or Computer Science preferred) 4+ years of software development experience (higher degree can offset years of experience) Able to work with computers and equipment over extended periods Passionate about technologies and love programming Able to map, develop, and test projects from inception to launch Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results Adaptable to dynamic requirements Enjoy the thrill of tackling large complex problems Good communication and can drive to resolution within constraints Excellent ability to communicate complex concepts to engineers in different functional areas Strong programming skill and experience (C#/python is a plus) Solid understand of OOA/OOD/OOP/Design Patterns Detail oriented team player Resourceful problem-solving machine Foster strong sense of team with peers through solicitation of feedback and constructive contribution to review sessions. Nice To Have: Familiarity with web technologies like Restful API, Web services, HTML, CSS, Angular JS is a plus Familiarity with databases (SQL, No-SQL, etc …) Experience developing robotic or electro-mechanical systems, including control systems Strong analytical, time management, interpersonal, listening and communication skills Experience in medical device manufacturing or regulated engineering environment Strong industry experience in architecture and development of scalable production quality systems Fully understand Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Familiarity with Statistical Analysis, Six Sigma, and/or Statistical Process Control are pluses Potential to travel - both domestic/international. Job Details: Job Type: Contract Pay Rate: $65-$74 an hour. Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite). Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan. About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.