About the role#
This co-op position provides exposure to software development processes for medical devices. You will join an agile team to work on operating systems, product images, and medical device connectivity platforms. The role involves contributing to DevSecOps tasks, such as pipeline development, test automation, and system administration within a research and development environment.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, and secure IoT platforms and customer solutions.
- Conduct functional and non-functional testing activities.
- Develop technical documentation to represent application design and code.
- Collaborate with software engineers on medical device programs and products.
- Perform critical analysis to identify technical problems and implement solutions with cross-functional teams.
- Support operating systems team members to meet project requirements.
- Assist team leads with product image creation and development timelines.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for the Software Assurance Center of Excellence.
- Validate procedures and process changes in a timely manner.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor degree program for Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week.
- Ability to work in-office in a hybrid environment.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as C++, Qt/QML, C#.NET, Python, JavaScript, Node.js, Angular, or PowerShell.
- Knowledge of SQL databases and Agile methodologies like Scrum.
- Experience with IoT platforms, GitHub, JFrog, and Windows or Linux operating systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianola, Pennsylvania, United States.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment: Full-time co-op.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Bayer
Bayer is a global enterprise focused on healthcare and nutrition. The company operates in the life sciences sector with specialties in pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and crop science. It maintains a large workforce of over 95,000 employees across international locations. Headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, the organization develops products intended to address health and food security needs.
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