Director Embedded Software Engineering, Baxter

Baxter

Location:

United States, Raleigh

Category:

Research and Development

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

184000.00 - 253000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

As the Director, Embedded Software Engineering, you will be responsible for all Embedded Software level R&D deliverables related to the Novum IQ Infusion Platform Large Volume Pump (LVP), Syringe Pump and future platforms within the Infusion Systems business. This includes feasibility/prototyping, new product development, and sustaining phases of the product development lifecycle. You will lead a global team of Embedded Software Engineers providing technical expertise and guidance, along with accountability of reviewing and approving complex design concepts. You will be responsible for creating and implementing a strategic plan for the functional team and will co-lead and collaborate on initiatives with systems, marketing, IT, Quality, and Regulatory functions.

Job Responsibility:

Build Center of Excellence (CoE) team in Raleigh, NC
Leading a team of software managers and engineers, providing technical guidance, and ensuring the team’s work aligns with the program’s goals and objectives
Lead software release planning, technical roadmap development and execution of programs spanning across the product platform
Actively champion an Agile development culture within the organization, advocating for the benefits of Agile methodologies, and promoting the adoption and integration of Agile practices across the software engineering team
Collaborate with hardware and systems teams to ensure the successful integration of software into the platform
Provide leadership for resource staffing and project execution for the team with proactive management of technical and project risk to ensure delivery of business commitments
Create, effectively communicate and deploy the strategy for the team that aligns with the overall software organization strategic plan
Identify and manage risks related to software development such as security vulnerabilities, regulatory non-compliance, and project delays
Represent the embedded software engineering team in meetings, presentations, and other communications with internal and external stakeholders
Foster a collaborative work environment with strong working relationships within and across teams, functions, and with strategic external partners
Maintain current knowledge of relevant Quality System Regulations and other regulatory requirements related to research and development (product development, design and safety) to ensure compliance in all research, data collection and reporting activities
Make adjustments and assign resources as necessary to ensure the QMS is adequately implemented and monitored
Ensure proper software development and risk management are employed at Baxter
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encourage the adoption of new tools and methodologies, and promote best practices to improve the quality of software and efficiency of development processes
Travel expected 15% once the CoE is established
initial travel higher.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Master’s Degree preferred
10 years experience minimum
Significant experience in Embedded systems and software engineering with early experience in software development/coding (C++, Python, Linux) in the medical device industry is required
Understanding of global regulatory requirements for medical devices
risk and reliability concepts for development
and the need to deliver quality products and/or processes
Significant experience leading a cross functional team and working in a global matrix environment
Strong team building and talent management skills, and the ability to motivate team members to achieve goals
Proven experience in driving product specific and overall portfolio strategy in a global business
Must possess strong knowledge of scientific/technical disciplines and solid knowledge of related disciplines such as regulatory, quality, and/or product development
recognized internally and externally as expert in functional area
Must be a strategic, innovative problem solver, and have strong influencing and communication skills.

Nice to have:

Master’s Degree
experience in driving product specific and overall portfolio strategy in a global business
strong knowledge of related disciplines such as regulatory, quality, and/or product development
recognized internally and externally as an expert in functional area.

What we offer:

Support for Parents
Continuing Education/ Professional Development
Employee Health & Well-Being Benefits
Paid Time Off
2 Days a Year to Volunteer
comprehensive compensation and benefits packages
medical and dental coverage day one
insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
time-off benefits including paid holidays, paid time off, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave
commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program
childcare benefits.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 20, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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