Software Development Engineer Intern

Software Development Engineer Intern

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information, and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

The US Waltham-based division is a small, dynamic, fast-growing part of the Boston Scientific Electrophysiology group with a highly talented team developing and testing the leading edge Opal Mapping system. The Opal Mapping System centers around a real-time virtual world of the human heart. As a physician probes the heart with a catheter, the system generates an accurate anatomical model of the chamber. High-performance rendering and algorithmic techniques are vital to creating a stunning view and providing the physician with instant feedback.

The Software Development Engineer Intern will join a highly effective development team, working side-by-side with the test team in an Agile environment. The position will encompass the development of a wide range of software applications/components, including user interface, algorithms, and back-end data handling. The software development requires coding skills in C++, Python or MATLAB under Linux operating system.

As a Software Development Engineer Intern at Boston Scientific, you will…

• Use your problem-solving abilities to perform meaningful engineering work.
• Have opportunities to expand your professional network.
• Grow your skillset through a combination of training, hands-on experience, and mentorship.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team.
• Get exposure to what it is like working in a Fortune 500 medical device company.

Examples of meaningful work by Software Development Engineer Interns:

• Design, develop, unit test software applications in C++, Python or MATLAB.
• Participate in scrum team to coordinate development of new features and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with team in all aspects of software development.

Required Qualifications:

• Must graduate between Fall 2026 – Spring 2027.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Computer Science or Biomedical Engineering.
• Must be able to commit to one of the following full internship program periods: May 18th – August 7th OR May 26th – August 14th.
• Proficiency in coding with C++, Python, or MATLAB.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the Waltham, MA, Boston Scientific Corporate location.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior software testing experience preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. General report writing/documentation experience.
• A natural attention to detail and a penchant for organizing and documenting.
• A good learner who can master complex software and quickly adapt to new tools and technologies.
• Ability to work independently as well as work collaboratively as part of a team.