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AIS R&D Firmware Engineer Intern

CompanyBoston Scientific
LocationArden Hills
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
R&D engineers will design and develop implant products for Active Implantable Systems (AIS), focusing on technologies for diagnosing and treating irregular heart rhythms and heart failure. Responsibilities include collaborating on tools and software solutions, contributing to embedded firmware design, and developing software using C++, C#, and Python to support device workflows.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$43,368 - $73,736
Company Size
53404
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 40 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of health care. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. For more information, visit www.bostonscientific.com and connect with us on X, Instagram, and Facebook. At Boston Scientific, you will find purpose, a place to grow and opportunities to cultivate your passions. To search and apply for open positions, visit https://bostonscientific.eightfold.ai/careers. You may also review our social media guidelines at http://www.bostonscientific.com/social.
About the Role

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

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.           

 

We will consider qualified applicants of all ages who are starting (or restarting) their careers

 

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a onsite work model, requiring employees to be in our local office 5 days per week.

 

Relocation and housing assistance may be available to those who meet the eligibility criteria.

 

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time

 

About the role: 

Our R&D engineers are tasked with designing and developing implant products for the Active Implantable Systems (AIS) group. This includes technologies that monitor, support diagnosis and treat irregular heart rhythms, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest. AIS provides devices and therapies for a patient’s entire continuum of care, from diagnostic to treatment. This division strives to innovate and create a paradigm shift that can solve unmet clinical needs and change what is possible for patients.  

 

Your responsibilities will include: 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop tools and software solutions that support implantable cardiac device development
  • Contribute to embedded firmware design and implementation for Active Implantable Systems (AIS) technologies
  • Develop and maintain software using C++, C#, and Python to support diagnostics, monitoring, and treatment workflows
  • Support wireless communication features - including Bluetooth and socket programming - for real-time data exchange and device connectivity
  • Engage in cybersecurity-focused development to ensure patient safety and data integrity across AIS platforms
  • Contribute to projects that explore the use of artificial intelligence in medical device applications
  • Take initiative in identifying and solving technical challenges related to device functionality, data flow, and system integration
  • Support innovation efforts that advance AIS therapies across the continuum of care
  • Ensure engineering solutions align with clinical needs, regulatory standards, and patient safety requirements
  • Participate in Agile development processes

 

Required Qualifications:  

  • Current rising junior or rising senior (grad dates between Dec 2026 - May 2028), graduating senior (May 2026 grad) continuing on to grad school, or current grad student. Must have at least one semester of school left post-internship to qualify.  
  • Working towards a Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (with software skills)
  • Must be able to start internship on May 18th or 26th, 2026 and work for 12 weeks
  • Must have reliable transportation to/from work.  
  • Experience with Python, C, C++, and C#
  • Familiar with Agile methodologies 
 

 

Preferred qualifications: 

  • Rising senior or Masters student
  • Medical industry experience 
  • Experience with embedded firmware projects that involve wireless communication technologies such as Bluetooth in school or work projects
  • Experience developing or supporting multithreaded applications or using socket programming in school or work projects 
  • Experience with projects involving cybersecurity or the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in a school or work setting
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse, cross-functional teams
  • Passion to learn new technologies and find new solutions 

 

 

Requisition ID: 626751 

Minimum Salary: $ 43368 

Maximum Salary: $ 73736 

 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

 

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

 

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

 

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

 

Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

 

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

 

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.  

Key Skills
C++C#PythonEmbedded FirmwareBluetoothSocket ProgrammingCybersecurityArtificial IntelligenceAgile DevelopmentWireless CommunicationData ExchangeSystem IntegrationDiagnosticsMonitoringTreatment Workflows
Categories
EngineeringHealthcareTechnologySoftwareScience & Research