Director Embedded Software

Are you ready to see your future like never before? If so, Alcon is the place for you! A career at Alcon is like no other. We are innovative. We are impactful. We are the largest eye care medical device company helping restore sight and allowing millions of people worldwide to see brilliantly. We have a long history of industry firsts and a diverse hardworking team that keeps us on the cutting edge.

We are currently hiring an Director Embedded Software to join our Surgical Instrumentation Surgical team in Lake Forest, California. We are seeking a very experienced and highly motivated Director of Embedded Software to lead software development teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading embedded software development for medical devices and a proven track record of managing large software development teams. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing software strategies, managing the software development lifecycle, and ensuring the software development team delivers high-quality software on time and within budget for a product line.

Job Title: Director, Embedded Software

Location: Lake Forest, CA

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the software development lifecycle for a product line, including requirements definition, design, development, testing, and maintenance.
• Establish software development strategies, policies, and procedures that ensure software development meets quality, regulatory, and business objectives.
• Lead and manage a team of software developers, providing guidance and direction on software development projects.
• Lead software risk management and writing software requirements to ensure our products are safe for use on millions of patients and in compliance with regulations worldwide.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineering, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, clinical, and project management to ensure seamless integration of software with hardware and other components of the medical device.
• Ensure that software development adheres to applicable regulatory standards and guidelines, including FDA regulations, IEC 62304, and ISO 13485.
• Develop and maintain a software development budget, track expenses, and report progress to senior management and project management.
• Evaluate and implement new software development tools and technologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the software development process.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, helping them to grow their technical skills and advance their careers, helping to develop a strong bench of technical talent.
• Set performance expectations and provide regular feedback to team members on their progress toward meeting those expectations.
• Create and maintain a positive team culture, promoting collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and address skill gaps within the team, providing training or professional development opportunities as needed.
• Foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement, encouraging team members to stay up-to-date with new technologies and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members, helping them to solve complex technical problems.
• Lead by example, demonstrating a strong work ethic, a commitment to quality, and a passion for innovation.

Key Requirements/Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 10 Years of Relevant Experience
• 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership
• Work hours: 40 hours
• Travel Requirements: up to 10%
• Relocation assistance: yes
• Sponsorship available: yes

Preferred Qualifications/skills Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in embedded software development, including 10+ years of experience in a leadership or management role.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
• Experience developing software for medical devices, with a working knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and guidelines.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve their full potential.
• Experience with software development tools and technologies, such as C/C++, Python, and embedded systems.
• Experience with Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) based multi-threaded applications applications deployed on Microcontrollers (ST STM32, NXP Kinetis or similar).
• Experience with object-oriented design and implementation in C++.
• Experience in applying SOLID design principles in creating robust and maintainable designs.
• Experience in using static analysis, unit testing and other tools/methods to produce high quality.
• Experience with waveform generation, transducer signal sampling, motor control and other electromechanical control.
• Understanding of electronic circuitry: board bring up and interfacing with on and off chip peripherals such as SPI, UART, I2C, ADC and DAC.
• Proficient in using lab equipment (logic analyzers, in-circuit emulators, oscilloscopes and DVMs) to debug and troubleshoot designs.
• Experience in using static analysis, unit testing and other tools/methods to produce high quality.
• Experience using Git and Azure DevOps.
• If you are an experienced software development leader with a passion for improving patient outcomes through innovative technology, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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Pay Range

$169,280.00 - $253,920.00

Pay Frequency

Annual

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.