Senior Manager Software / Firmware R&D / Gestionnaire Supérieur d'Ingénierie Logiciel / Microlo[...]

Boston Scientific; Montreal; On-site; CAD 151,000 - 301,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in medical technology is seeking a Senior Manager for Software and Firmware R&D based in Montreal. The role involves managing a high-performance team to develop cutting-edge medical technologies. Candidates should have extensive experience in leading teams within regulated industries. Key responsibilities include project management, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating across teams. Competitive salary range from $109,900 to $218,300 is offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of work experience in software or hardware engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in leading Software / Firmware teams.
• Experience in software / firmware development and understanding of hardware / software integration.
• Experience in medical device or other highly regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of engineers working on software and firmware development.
• Lead Software / Firmware teams to achieve organizational goals.
• Oversee development processes to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and meet milestones.

Skills

C / C++

Embedded systems

RTOS

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS degree in Computer Information Systems or Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Innovation - Diversity - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Senior Manager Software / Firmware R&D / Gestionnaire Supérieur d'Ingénierie Logiciel / Micrologiciel - R&D

Montreal, CA (Cryterion Site) Onsite (3+ days per week)

About the role

We’re thrilled to continue to build an innovative PFA (Pulsed-Field Ablation) product, and we’re looking for a dynamic Senior Software Manager to bring it to life! If you have expertise in Medical Device / Medical Technology (or other regulated industry) software product development and have a passion for creating cutting-edge technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you. This is your chance to drive the Software / Firmware component of our industry leading Pulse Field Ablation product. Join our progressive R&D team and make a real impact in this People Manager role. Ready to dive in and make an impact? Let’s connect and explore this exciting opportunity together!

This position is for a hands-on Manager responsible for directing the program’s activities of the Software and Firmware engineering group focused on new product development and improving existing products. As Senior R&D Manager (Software / Firmware), you will lead and be a part of a high-performance team responsible for the design, implementation, and test of Software / Firmware medical systems and their associated devices within our Electrophysiology Pulsed Field Ablation portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include :

• Manage a talented team of engineers working on software and firmware development for PFA technology.
• Lead Software / Firmware teams in the achievement of organizational and functional goals. Guide, coach, direct, and develop direct reports, and if applicable, drive those practices throughout their organization.
• Collaborate with senior technical leaders, project management, and inter-disciplinary partners.
• Develop detailed work plans, objectives, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports. Monitor and troubleshoot performance and schedule issues. Support and enable team to achieve objectives.
• Oversee development processes to ensure compliance with industry standards, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Build strategic partnerships and effectively collaborate cross-functionally to further departmental and organizational objectives.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, clinical, regulatory, etc.) to ensure alignment, resolve challenges, and meet milestones.
• Work across multiple design / product workstreams in a capacity to resolve complex problems with robust technical solutions. Consider all critical aspects of product design during decision making including patient safety, clinical practice, high-level product performance, and product manufacturability.
• Lead by example and motivate and inspire other technical team members in the program.
• Create a strong team culture around high expectations and high performance.
• Demonstrate effective change management leadership.
• Provide clear communication to stakeholders at key technical updates.

Required qualifications :

BS degree in Computer Information Systems or Computer Science or Engineering or relevant degree.

Experience in software / firmware development (C / C++, embedded systems, RTOS) and understanding of hardware / software integration.

7+ years of work experience in software or hardware engineering.

4+ years of experience in leading Software / Firmware teams.

Experience in medical device or other highly regulated industry (i.e. aerospace, defense, or other).

Demonstrated strong cross-functional collaboration, influence without authority, and project / task management enabling highly effective teams.

Experience with managing budgets and deadlines.

Passion for understanding the end user environment with a fluency in design validation and usability to confirm design solutions.

Personal drive, individual accountability and a strong bias for action.

Strong personal credibility and excellent communication skills.

Preferred qualifications :

Experience developing medical devices from early stage through full product launch and sustaining.

SCRUM Master.

Experience in electrophysiology, cardiac rhythm management, structural heart or a comparable intracardiac technology.

Fluency in the IEC 60601 standards.

Requisition ID : 602407

Base Salary Range

Minimum Salary : $109900

Maximum Salary : $218300

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE : BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

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