Principal Desktop UI Software Engineer (Qt/QML)

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 13 Apr 2026 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. The P r incipal Desktop UI Software Engineer (Qt/QML) will be a key player in  o ur Affera Mapping and Ablation System Software Team, working on cutting-edge technology in the electrophysiology field.  This role is piv otal in designing and developing intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that enhance the usability and functionality of our advanced medical devices. The i deal candidate should have extensive experience designing, developing, and testing real-time high-performance visualization software applications. They will take ownership of critical software features, collaborating closely with other engineering teams to bring these features to life. About the Affera Mapping and Ablation System The Affera Mapping and Ablation System is an innovative medical technology designed to treat patients with cardiac arrhythmias. The system involves advanced mapping techniques to create detailed images of the heart's electrical activity, helping physicians identify abnormal areas causing arrhythmias. Once identified , the Affera Ablation System delivers targeted energy to disrupt these abnormal signals, restoring normal heart rhythm. Primary Responsibilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UI designers and medical professionals to gather requirements and translate them into compelling user experiences. Develop and maintain high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code using Qt, Python, and QML on a Linux operating system . Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, product design engineers, software test , reliability, and leadership to define software requirements and deliver high-quality solutions. Mentor and guide less experienced software team members, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Apply best practices in software development to maintain high-quality code. Attend and participate in pre-clinical in-vivo system evaluations. Participate in laboratory demonstrations for internal stakeholders and clinicians. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 7 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience OR PhD with 3 years relevant experience Preferred Qualifications Expertise working in Python/ C environments, ideally with ROS or device-level comms Strong experience in desktop UI development ( e.g. Qt/QML, PyQt , Open GL , unity, GTK, WPF, or similar) Experience building real-time or data-rich interfaces for technical or clinical applications Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges Experience with software version control systems, such as Git Experience working with UI designers and implementing UI designed in Figma or similar Experience with Agile development methodologies Experience with cloud-based platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure) Knowledge of CI/CD tools and practices, including automated testing and deployment Experience working in a regulated environment. ARADTSC ​ #LI-MDT For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of ... (truncated, view full listing at source)