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Senior Software Engineer

Req # 203354 Location Emilia-Romagna, Italy Job Category Research and Development Date posted 09/04/2026
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Overview

This is where new knowledge is discovered. Baxter’s Research and Development teams work cross functionally to innovate, develop and introduce creative solutions for patients needs globally. From Scientists to Engineers, your work creates the products that save and sustain lives.

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  • Continuing Education/ Professional Development

  • Employee Health & Well-Being Benefits

  • Paid Time Off

  • 2 Days a Year to Volunteer

Success Profile

What makes a successful Research and Development team member at Baxter? Take a look at some of the top traits we’re looking for and see if you’re a fit.

  • Courage
  • Action Oriented
  • Collaborates
  • Cultivates Innovation
  • Manages Ambiguity
  • Drives Results

Senior Software Engineer

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This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

About the Role

We are looking for a talented and passionate Senior Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of innovative software solutions supporting medical devices and connectivity products. In this role, you will work across the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and reliable applications that positively impact patient care and healthcare professionals worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will:

  • Design, develop, enhance, and maintain software applications for medical and connectivity solutions.
  • Translate technical requirements and design specifications into high-quality, scalable code.
  • Create and execute unit tests, ensuring robust and reliable software performance.
  • Partner closely with Verification and Quality teams to investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues.
  • Support software investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions when required.
  • Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams to define software requirements and technical solutions.
  • Contribute to the setup and maintenance of development and testing environments.
  • Drive continuous improvement through modern development practices, automation, and CI/CD methodologies.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to internal stakeholders, including Service and Marketing teams.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of professional software development experience.
  • Strong programming skills in one or more of the following areas:

Frontend

  • React
  • JavaScript / TypeScript
  • HTML5, CSS3

Backend

  • C#
  • .NET Framework /.NET Core

Mobile

  • Java
  • Kotlin

Technical Expertise

  • Proficiency with Git and modern version control workflows.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks such as Playwright or Selenium.
  • Solid understanding of software security best practices.
  • Good knowledge of networking concepts and relational databases.
  • Experience creating technical documentation and software specifications.
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging capabilities.

What Makes You Successful

  • Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage priorities and work independently when needed.
  • Adaptable, curious, and eager to learn new technologies.
  • Organized and detail-oriented, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in the Medical Device, Healthcare, or Life Sciences industry.
  • Exposure to regulated environments and software quality standards.
  • Knowledge of software development practices within FDA, IEC 62304, or ISO 13485 frameworks.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to work on meaningful technologies that have a direct impact on healthcare. You'll be part of a collaborative, innovative environment where your technical expertise will help shape solutions that improve lives every day.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The minimum salary for this position is €41.600 annually. Your initial pay could be at the minimum or higher based on skills, expertise, experience, and other relevant factors, all of which are subject to change. This position may also be eligible for competitive benefits and incentives.

For questions about our pay philosophy and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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Hear from Our Employees

Our company is enriched by a diverse population of individuals in more than 100 countries that work to solve, innovate, manufacture and drive better healthcare options for patients around the world.

Meet Reagan, Senior Research Scientist in the United States

“For me, the best thing about working at Baxter is being able to do work that’s important to people—especially patients—outside of Baxter's walls. Inside our walls, I get to work with a fantastic team, and we know we're making a difference.”

Meet Karthik, Director of Renal Care R&D - Digital Health & Co-President of the Asian Leadership Network Business Resource Group, United States

“I’m excited about my role because I believe that digital initiatives can make a tremendous impact on lives by allowing people to access the same therapies and have similar care — whether in a hospital, a healthcare clinic, or the patient’s home — anywhere in the world.”

Meet Amitha, Research Associate in India

“Coming from a non-healthcare academic background, my current role has offered ample opportunities to learn a lot of new things. Leaders at Baxter are motivating, help us grow and provide a collaborative environment. The role gives me opportunities to have technical discussions with peers and subject matter experts globally, to learn interacting with customers, and manage project deadlines and deliverables. I am excited about shaping my career here at Baxter.”

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