Req # 203665
Location Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Job Category Research and Development
Date posted 07/29/2026

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.

• Support for Parents
• 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

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.

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work saves lives

The research we do and the products we develop improve outcomes for patients around the world. As a Principal Full Stack Software Engineer at Baxter, your work contributes directly to making a significant impact on others. Its challenging work—and you're not on your own. Our teams collaborate multi-functionally and lead by influence.

We are looking for a highly skilled computer programmer who is comfortable with both front and back-end programming. Full stack developers are responsible for developing and designing front end architecture, ensuring the responsiveness of applications, and collaborating with UI/UX teams.

Your Team

While everyone at Baxter has a shared passion for our mission, the R&D teams play a critical role in our ability to save and sustain lives. Scientists and engineers in R&D work together to develop, test, and launch products that enhance patient care!

Our team develops the digital connectivity suite called IQ Enterprise Connectivity for Infusion Pumps which offers an infusion therapy option that integrates with innovative digital health solutions to advance the safety and efficiency of medication delivery and management.

What you'll be doing

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing backend systems that support enterprise healthcare applications.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures using C# and .NET technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and engineers, to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Develop high-quality, testable software that meets product, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, standups, design reviews, retrospectives, and software demonstrations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering team members, sharing best practices and subject matter expertise.
• Conduct code reviews, maintain technical documentation, and drive software quality, security, and performance standards.
• Implement automated testing and continuous improvement practices while staying current with emerging web technologies, development frameworks, and industry trends.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent field with 7+ years of proven experience designing and developing web applications.
• Experience as a full stack engineer who can comfortably move between the front-end (UI JavaScript frameworks such as VueJS/Angular JS/React JS) and back end (C#, .Net Core).
• Emphasis on designing and building back-end systems, RESTful APIs, and building systems at scale.
• Proven understanding of database technologies including PostgreSQL, SQL/MSSQL, and Azure storage tables.
• Experience with securing web applications using tokens.
• Experience with containerized components Docker, Kubernetes.
• Experience with software application architecture design and optimization.
• Ability to design data models supporting long-term binary data collection for AI applications.
• Proven design and programming fundamentals.
• Familiarity with configuration management and issue tracking.
• Medical device experience is preferred.

Baxter is committed to meeting the need for flexibility at work. We accomplish this by implementing a flexible workplace policy that requires a set minimum number of onsite days weekly. This policy provides the benefits of face-to-face interaction and teamwork to support our Mission. The flexible workplace policy follows local laws and legal requirements. Baxter holds the authority to change, suspend, or discontinue this policy as business demands shift.

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 estimated base salary for this position is $120,000-$165,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

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US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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.

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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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