Philips Software Architect Mother & Child Care IoT 

China, Guangdong Province, Shenzhen 

486294683

Software Architect (Mother & Child Care IoT)
Job Description

work on Mother & Child Care new developments specifically for our latest innovations part of our digital parenting platform. Your focus is on the development of the software for the connected devices, devices that connect via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (LE) or proprietary communication in the field of baby monitoring applications.

You are responsible for

• Translate user and product requirements to software requirements;
• Create software architecture in line with overall product architecture;
• Responsible for hardware-software interface definition;
• Convert architecture and requirements into detailed design and specifications;
• Facilitate user experience and user interface definition;
• Implementation itself: C/C++, Swift/Objective-C, Java, REST APIs;
• Support and execute the software verification activities;
• Lead software quality review (CR/PR) and facilitate planning and prioritization of resolution;
• Review software planning, manage project management and coordinating activities for smaller projects (including supplier collaboration);
• Execute root-cause analysis of production problems and consumer complaints;
• Medical device development is a plus.

You are a part of

You’ll be reporting to the Functional Group Lead Software Development and will be working within a team of highly motivated developers.

To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience

• Master's degree in Software Engineering, Informatics, or Electronics is required.
• At least 10 years of experience in Software Architecture, Design, and Development for Embedded Software/Firmware using C/C++ is necessary.
• Experience in software development within the medical industry is preferred, particularly familiarity with IEC 62304, FDA guidance for medical device development, and other related regulatory standards. Cybersecurity experience is also highly valuable.
• Proficiency in Object-Oriented Design and Design Patterns is required. Additional skills in design refactoring and Python programming are highly preferred.
• Experience with RTOS and BareMetal based Embedded Software on embedded systems is essential. Preferred knowledge includes working in a Linux environment, platform initialization, board support package integration, and modifying Linux kernel and device drivers.
• Familiar with communication interfaces (e.g., Bluetooth, USB, Ethernet, Serial/RS-485) and both wired and wireless network standards.
• Knowledge of V-model and SDLC is needed. Experience in Agile Software Development practices and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) is highly preferred.
• Collaboration with ODM suppliers in the Greater China region to ensure quality and regulatory compliance of outsourced design and implementation is essential.
• Ability to interact effectively with product owners, internal and external development teams, and stakeholders to understand product requirements is important.
• Responsibilities include development work breakdown, effort estimation, guiding and coaching development teams, risk management, and communication with cross-functional and global stakeholders.