Principal Software Quality Engineer

A fast‑growing, financially stable, revenue‑generating medical device company in San Diego is seeking a Principal Software Quality Engineer to join their expanding team. This is a growth hire within a well‑funded, late‑stage start‑up environment developing Class III neuromodulation therapies focused on chronic pain management.

You'll work alongside a highly experienced group of engineers, clinicians, and medical device professionals who are genuinely motivated by improving patient outcomes. The organization is known for its strong technical rigor, collaborative culture, and commitment to building next‑generation products with global reach.

Professionals previously placed here have benefitted from significant career progression, exposure to high‑visibility, business‑critical projects, and the opportunity to contribute to platform technologies supporting global expansion and future indications.

This role offers a competitive base salary, pre‑IPO equity, comprehensive benefits, and a positive on‑site culture (yes - including great coffee).

• Serve as the software quality and compliance leader for a Class III neuromodulation platform
• Own and drive software-related Design Controls, Risk Management, and Cybersecurity activities
• Partner closely with Software, Firmware, Systems, Regulatory, and Quality teams across the full product lifecycle
• Influence quality strategy for mobile applications, firmware, and cloud‑connected systems
• Support and lead FDA and international audits from a software quality perspective
• Act as a senior technical voice shaping best practices for a growing organization
  
  

• 8 years of Medical Device experience
• 5 years of hands‑on experience with software development environments, including:
  • Embedded firmware
  • Mobile applications
  • Cloud‑based / connected systems
• Proven experience leading Design Controls, Risk Management, and Cybersecurity efforts for Class II and/or Class III devices
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • IEC 62304
  • IEC 62366
  • IEC 60601
  • FDA software and cybersecurity guidance
• Demonstrated experience supporting and leading audits (FDA and international) from a software quality standpoint

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EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.

To find out more about Real, please visit www.realstaffing.com