Heart Recovery Software R&D Co‑Op

About the role

Join Johnson & Johnson's Engineering team in Baltimore as a Software R&D Co‑Op, working on next‑generation ECMO technology for critical heart and lung patients. This 6‑month, on‑site position offers hands‑on experience in embedded software development for a Class II medical device.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in design and implementation of embedded software for a Class II medical device.
• Develop and maintain software requirements and interfaces.
• Create test cases, perform unit and integration testing.
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and system integration activities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on hardware and data acquisition.

Required profile

• Enrolled in an accredited college pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Available full‑time on site from January 11 2027 to June 25 2027.
• U.S. work authorization without future visa sponsorship requirements.

Required skills

• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as C, C++, or Python.
• Familiarity with embedded systems or electronics (plus).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and issue tracking.