Director, Software Development (Embedded)Join to apply for the Director, Software Development (Embedded) role at Fresenius Medical CareDirector, Software Development (Embedded)Join to apply for the Director, Software Development (Embedded) role at Fresenius Medical CarePURPOSE AND SCOPE:Responsible and accountable for staffing and leading a team of software developers to deliver high quality medical device software. Develop and drive a long-term strategic vision for the software team. Drive continuous software process improvement at both local level and corporate levels.PURPOSE AND SCOPE:Responsible and accountable for staffing and leading a team of software developers to deliver high quality medical device software. Develop and drive a long-term strategic vision for the software team. Drive continuous software process improvement at both local level and corporate levels.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide leadership for cross functional and corporate teams developing and maintaining medical devices.Be a strong decision-maker; focus on driving strategic goals while ensure tactical executionInteract with internal departments and external customers/vendors for both new development and problem resolution.Regularly interact with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers.Train, coach and ensure professional development of the software team on software skills, practices and processesBe responsible for hiring, objective setting and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action and terminations in partnership with Human Resources.Review objectives to determine the success of the operation.Manage the activities and operations of the SW department.Establish strategic and operational objectives and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.Develop technical roadmap in collaboration with Marketing to extend products to meet business needsDevelop strategy to develop new and innovative productsDevelop best-in-class software development practices and high quality and timely product deliveriesLead software engineering staff in operational efforts, directly or through subordinates, to ensure achievement of business goals.Manage the tactical execution of short- and long-term software development projects through the coordination of activities, leadership of staff and coordination with Project Management, Engineering, Marketing and Clinical StaffIdentify opportunities for process improvement for regulatory compliance, product quality and business objectives. Work cross- functionally to implement improvement programsWork with project managers (Agile Coaches, Product Owners and Program Project Managers) to ensure effective implementation of a matrix organizationWork with project managers to support the creation, maintenance and execution of project plans, work breakdown structures, schedules. Ensure correct resource assignments commensurate with the priority and complexity of project tasksOther duties as assignedPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to lift 50 lbs. with assistance.SUPERVISION:Responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of global Software Development staffMay be responsible for the direct supervision of additional functional areas like product security.EDUCATION:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent required; Advanced Degree desirableEXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:Passion for leading, coaching, and inspiring a team to deliver more than they think is possible.Ability to create and foster a team environment that encourages personal initiative, creativity, technical development, and achievement of goals.At least 10 years of experience in hand's-on embedded software engineering roles for medical devices.Minimum 5 years of experience leading a team of technology professionals.3+ years' second level management experience preferredUnderstanding of key technologies such as real-time embedded software architecture, C, C++Must have or quickly develop a thorough knowledge of Software for Dialysis Equipment technology and processesExperience in software development, verification, and standards necessary to meet global medical device regulatory requirements.Clear understanding of Software Development and Quality Assurance processes.Strong writing, communication and presentation skillsStrong interpersonal and coaching skillsAbility to interface with customers and marketing to develop and review requirements and plansAbility to build consensus and drive cross functional initiativesAbility to develop tactical and strategic plans and lead the realization of those plansAbility to apply logical and scientific critical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.Ability to analyze and synthesize complex or diverse information.Ability to read scientific and technical journals, functional reports and legal documents.Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Website Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityFresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Fresenius Medical Care by 2xGet notified about new Director of Software Engineering jobs in Bad Homburg, Hesse, Germany.Director of Engineering - Energy & CommoditiesFrankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany 2 weeks agoSenior Manager - Software Defined Vehicle (w/m/x)Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany 2 weeks agoMainz, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany 3 months agoFrankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany 3 weeks agoLegal, Privacy & Cyber Law Attorney, Vice President – Frankfurt/Amsterdam/Dublin/ParisWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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