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Boston Scientific
Principal Systems Engineer - P5
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What they do
A Systems Engineer creates computer and data communication networks for companies and organizations. Plans and designs layout for a network, determines the hardware needed and placement of computers, servers, cables and routers; determines data storage, system capacity, and speed.
$103,348 / year median in Minnesota
-15% projected decline
Job Description
Principal Systems Engineer
- P5 Boston Scientific United States, Minnesota, Maple Grove Jul 29, 2026 Additional Location(s):
- Innovation
- Caring
- Global Collaboration
- Winning Spirit
- High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing
- whatever your ambitions.
About the role:
Boston Scientific was recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Workplaces for Engineers in 2026, reflecting a culture where engineers do meaningful work. Boston Scientific is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Systems Engineer- P5 to provide technical leadership for the development of complex medical device systems within the Interventional Cardiology division.
Your responsibilities will include:
Provide technical leadership and system-level expertise for the design, development, integration and commercialization of complex medical device systems. Lead cross-functional technical decision-making, build alignment on technical strategies and secure agreement across engineering, functional management and business leadership. Define, maintain and evolve system architecture, including functional and physical architectures, subsystem partitioning, interface definitions and system performance requirements. Lead end-to-end system integration across hardware, software, electrical, mechanical, optical, manufacturing and disposable subsystems. Drive systems engineering best practices across projects, including system concept development, architecture, interface management, technical documentation and lifecycle traceability. Translate customer, clinical and stakeholder needs into clear, testable system requirements while ensuring end-to-end traceability throughout the product development lifecycle. Lead system-level trade studies and design evaluations to assess technical alternatives, optimize performance and reduce development risk. Identify, troubleshoot and resolve complex system integration issues while communicating technical progress, risks and recommendations to key stakeholders. Develop and apply analytical methods, including modeling, simulation, mathematical analysis and system characterization, to solve complex engineering problems and drive corrective actions. Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership while advancing systems engineering methodologies and best practices across the organization.Qualifications:
Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 10 years' experience with a bachelor's degree, or minimum of 8 years' experience with a master's degree. Experience defining system architectures and developing complex multidisciplinary systems integrating hardware, software, electrical and mechanical components. Experience leading complex system analysis from concept through commercialization. Proficiency with requirements management and traceability tools such as Jama, Codebeamer, Jira or equivalent platforms. Demonstrated expertise in requirements engineering, including requirements development, decomposition, allocation and traceability. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.Preferred qualifications:
Master's degree or doctorate in Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related discipline. Minimum of 5 years' experience in a formal systems engineering role. Medical device industry experience with design controls, including user needs, intended use, system requirements, system design and traceability. Experience with risk management, including identifying and implementing effective risk controls. Experience in human factors engineering, usability engineering or ergonomic design. Experience defining and implementing cybersecurity requirements and secure-by-design principles for connected medical devices. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional technical teams and high-visibility, strategic product development initiatives.Requisition ID:
632465Minimum Salary:
$102100Maximum Salary:
$194000 The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC)- see www.