Project Manager – Software Engineering

BD; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a Software Engineering Project Manager to lead Agile software development programs and cross-functional teams in a healthcare-focused environment. The role drives program scope, schedule, risk management and stakeholder communication, mentoring teams of 10+ engineers across distributed sites, while delivering enterprise-class software solutions.

You will partner with product, quality, regulatory, and operations to ensure compliance, traceability, and timely delivery, fostering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• 6+ years related work experience in Software Engineering.
• Experience in highly government-regulated or healthcare/medical device environments.
• Experience leading cross-functional global teams toward operational objectives.
• Experience managing multiple project deployments and integrations.
• Demonstrated aptitude to contribute to strategic goal setting for department/business units.
• Experience managing conflict.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Experience working with matrixed resources within assigned programs and/or projects.
• Solid understanding of software development work, practices and culture; not hands-on coding.
• Experience in end-to-end SDLC delivery.
• Practical knowledge of Agile software development.
• Experience with stage-gate or innovation management processes.
• Experience in meeting facilitation and follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Lead Agile software development across enterprise-class applications.
• Manage programs and projects within budget, schedule, and scope.
• Communicate risks and issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and training; foster team accountability and collaboration.
• Partner with product, QA, regulatory, and operations to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Agile methods

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Summary

Job Description

Software Engineering Project Management is responsible for managing the execution of programs and/or projects consisting of single or multiple projects. This position works within the constraints of budget, schedule and scope while managing and communicating risk and ensuring adherence to established processes and methodologies.

Seeking a highly motivated, self-directed, and experienced individual to lead Agile software development. The ideal candidate is a professional who has served as a program or project manager for a company that develops enterprise-class software applications, has led multiple teams of 10+ software engineers indirectly reporting to the candidate, with experience in managing geographically dispersed teams.

Strong management skills with a proven record of providing direction and leadership to others are essential. The candidate must be a highly effective communicator and problem-solver. The candidate must also possess demonstrated skills in leading and managing change.

The selected candidate will bring new ideas, creativity and perspectives to our organization. You will lead by example, with leadership focused on accountability, collaboration, and transparency. You will also nurture a sense of camaraderie, success and appreciation among your team, and identify opportunities to improve team performance and effectiveness.

Excellent communication and cooperation within the Product Development organization and with all departments/stakeholders within the business unit (and beyond) is essential for success.

Accountability

Demonstrates advanced knowledge of project and program management principles. Uses project management tools to manage large and complex projects or programs. Defines and manages scope, time and resources of large scale, complex projects or programs. Facilitates identification of project or program risks/issues, develops and assigns responsibility for mitigation/resolution actions; manages mitigation plan. Refines project management methodologies for quality and project or program risk management. Synthesizes critical information and communicates business implications to stakeholders. Consults with the senior management team and non-technology organization personnel. Has depth and breadth of experience in project management; integrates knowledge of business and functional priorities. Applies in-depth skills and broad knowledge of the business to address complex problems and non-standard situations. Provides leadership in the form of coaching, mentoring, and/or training. Acts as a key contributor in a complex environment. Measures project performance for schedule and resource effort variance.

The following are qualifications specific to the available position(s) for which this role applies. These provide position specific context for the type of work to be performed and the required domain knowledge.

This position will engage business stakeholders to manage and deliver clinically-oriented data analytics applications and services.

Minimal Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• 6+ years related work experience in Software Engineering.
• Experience in highly government-regulated or healthcare/medical device environments.
• Experience leading cross-functional global teams toward operational objectives (dotted line reports only).
• Experience managing multiple project deployments and integrations.
• Previously demonstrated aptitude to contribute to strategic goal setting for department/business units.
• Experience managing conflict.
• Experience effectively and confidently writing and speaking demonstrating clear presentation skills
• Experience working with matrixed resources within assigned programs and/or projects.
• Solid understanding of software development work, practices and culture, understanding technical jargon not hands on coding.
• Experience in delivering products within an end-to-end software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Practical knowledge and application of Agile software development principles.
• Understanding of and experience in stage-gate or similar innovation management process.
• Experience in meeting facilitation, action item traction and follow up.

Preferred Skill/Knowledge

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Project Management Professional (PMP)

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Diego TC Bldg C&D

Salary Range Information

$105,500.00 - $168,800.00 USD Annual