Senior Software Lead

Proclinical Staffing; Wellington; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Proclinical Staffing is seeking a Senior Software Lead to drive software architecture for embedded and cloud-based medical imaging systems. You will lead strategic technology decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure robust CI/CD, testing, and cybersecurity practices across multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires hands-on development experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in software/engineering field or closely related discipline.
• Proven experience leading software development for complex products or systems.
• Hands-on programming in C/C++ and/or Python; strong problem solving and architectural skills.
• Experience with embedded Linux firmware or device drivers; familiarity with CI/CD and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of software architecture and technical strategies for embedded and cloud-based systems.
• Provide hands-on support for software development, integration, debugging, and deployment.
• Ensure software quality, reliability, scalability, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to achieve project goals.
• Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and development processes.
• Support verification, validation, traceability, and documentation activities.
• Mentor and guide engineers to foster a high-performing engineering culture.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Software engineering

Embedded systems

Cloud/DevOps

Cybersecurity

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Software Engineering / Computer Science / Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Embedded Linux

AWS/GCP

Job description

Want to shape the future of medical imaging by driving software innovation across embedded systems and cloud-based platforms?

Proclinical is seeking a Senior Software Lead to contribute to the development of advanced diagnostic imaging solutions aimed at improving global healthcare accessibility. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping software architecture and driving technical strategies across embedded applications and cloud-based systems. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead innovative projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of software architecture and technical strategies for embedded and cloud-based systems.


• Provide hands-on support for software development, integration, debugging, and deployment.


• Ensure software quality, reliability, scalability, and adherence to cybersecurity best practices.


• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to achieve project goals.


• Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and development processes.


• Support software verification, validation, traceability, and documentation activities.


• Mentor and guide engineers to foster a high-performing engineering culture.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Background in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.


• Experience leading software development for complex products or systems.


• Strong expertise in software engineering, including hands-on programming skills in C/C++ and/or Python.


• Proficiency in defining software architecture and making system-level technical decisions.


• Familiarity with embedded Linux firmware or embedded systems.


• Knowledge of software development lifecycle, CI/CD processes, and automated testing.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving engineering environment.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Experience with embedded Linux platforms and device driver development.


• Knowledge of FPGA or hardware-software integration.


• Exposure to AWS or GCP cloud infrastructure.


• Familiarity with DevOps and infrastructure automation.


• Understanding of cybersecurity and secure software development practices.

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