Principal Software Engineer

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Lingo

Meet Lingo, a new biosensing technology that provides users a window into their body. Lingo tracks key biomarkers - such as glucose, ketones, and lactate - to help people make better decisions about their health and nutrition. Biowearable technology will digitize, decentralize and democratize healthcare, enabling consumers to take control of their own health.

The opportunity

Personalized healthcare is the future. Working on Lingo, you will help build a next-generation technology that enables individuals to make decisions about how to improve energy, lose weight or enhance athletic performance. The Lingo team embodies a start-up culture and mindset with the backing of Abbott, a company with a rich history of healthcare innovation. Join us and grow your career as you help Abbott shape the future of healthcare.

This position works out of our Bay Area, Austin, Bend, or Orlando location in Lingo.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Principal Software Engineer (Full Stack) with a strong focus on React and Node.js to lead our development team. As a Principal Full Stack Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing web and mobile applications that provide a seamless user experience. You will also be expected to mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills to succeed in their roles.

What you'll do

• Lead the design and implementation of front-end components using React, ensuring a seamless user experience for web and mobile applications.
• Develop back-end components using Node.js, writing scalable and efficient code.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement user-friendly and visually appealing interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code using best practices and modern software development methodologies.
• Debug and troubleshoot issues with the application and work with the team to resolve them.
• Implement automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills to succeed in their roles.
• Participate in code and design reviews, ensuring high quality and efficient code.
• Stay up-to-date with new technologies and industry developments.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and processes for software development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in full-stack software development with a strong focus on React and Node.js.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• In-depth experience with React and Node.js, including building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure.
• Good understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Kanban.
• Experience with mobile app development using React Native or similar technologies is a plus.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills, with a proven track record of leading and mentoring junior engineers.

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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Divisional Information

Diabetes

We're focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We're revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.

The salary for this role is between:

$118,100 - $236,100

JOB FAMILY:

Product Development

DIVISION:

CHMN Office of the Chairman

LOCATION:

United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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