Full-Time

Embedded Systems Software Engineer

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Bluesight

Bluesight

51-200 employees

AI-driven medication management and analytics solutions

AI & Machine Learning
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$115k - $130kAnnually

Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
Node.js
Ruby
SQL
Java
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • 4+ years in a Software Engineer role
  • Advanced experience writing code in C/C++, Sql, Python, Java
  • Advanced experience working on Embedded systems, microcontrollers, and/or firmware development
  • Knowledge of device, sensor, and/or other physical-layer interfacing
  • Working knowledge of HTTP & SSH protocols
  • Professional working experience developing code in a Linux-specific environment
  • Conceptual understanding of device-to-device communication
  • A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or comparable experience)
  • Working experience familiarizing yourself with new hardware
  • Working experience with hardware communications protocols, RFID experience optional
Responsibilities
  • Work with QA and the UX team to build a best-in-class, well-tested user experience
  • Spend 50% of your time on Linux-based custom firmware systems and testing and 50% on Rails backend development
  • Work with a friendly and positive team to write and test the code that makes Kit Check’s Scanners tick.
  • Write code mostly in Java & Ruby, read code primarily written in JavaScript (NodeJS Express), Python, SQL, and C/C#. The vast majority of code you write will be for our scanners, embedded systems that connect them to networks and manage their firmware.
  • Write programs used in the physical world to scan and manage medication inventory systems.
  • Implement software/firmware for our RFID Scanners in our QA, Staging, and Production Environments.
  • Drive our device security by extending the boot chain from the first instruction to the control plane running on RFID Readers. You’ll secure the interface among the lowest level components and into the control plane, and work with our team to manage firmware lifecycles remotely.
  • Code without fear, supported by continuous builds, unit testing, memory-safe code, good debugging tools, a constructive code-review process, and supportive culture of identifying and fixing bugs.

Bluesight focuses on improving the efficiency of supply chains in the healthcare sector, specifically in hospital pharmacies. The company uses AI and machine learning to provide actionable analytics that enhance visibility and predictability throughout the medication lifecycle. Their Medication Intelligence™ solutions help hospitals optimize their pharmacy practices by improving operational efficiency, reducing medication costs, and ensuring compliance and safety. Unlike many competitors, Bluesight specifically targets the unique needs of hospital pharmacies and has established a strong presence, serving over 1,600 hospitals in the U.S. and Canada. The goal of Bluesight is to streamline medication management processes to ultimately improve patient care and safety.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$36.5M

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

9%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The growing market for smart syringes and RFID in healthcare presents significant growth opportunities for Kit Check.
  • Strategic partnerships and rebranding efforts, such as with Genixus and the rebrand to ControlCheck, enhance Kit Check's market presence and product offerings.
  • Kit Check's annual reports and trend analyses provide valuable insights, reinforcing its thought leadership and industry expertise.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in healthcare technology requires continuous innovation to maintain market leadership.
  • Dependence on partnerships for product development could pose risks if collaborations face challenges or dissolve.

What makes Bluesight unique

  • Kit Check's proprietary RFID technology sets it apart in the medication intelligence space, offering advanced tracking and automation solutions.
  • The company's focus on acute and critical care medicines through partnerships with pharmaceutical companies like Genixus and Fagron highlights its specialized market approach.
  • Kit Check's consistent recognition as Best in KLAS for drug diversion monitoring underscores its leadership and reliability in the healthcare sector.

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Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Health Savings Account

Home Office Stipend

Health & Dependent Care FSA Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Mental Health Stipend