Director R&D, Software Development - Laborie Medical Technologies Corp

We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity.

At Laborie, we know the work we do matters – it’s what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If you’re ready to make a positive impact in the lives of patients across the globe, we’d like to meet you.

We support and empower our employees to grow their careers in an environment that encourages a sense of belonging and a connection to doing good. We’re not afraid to roll up our sleeves to make our goals a reality and work together to solve for our customers. We reward and recognize our employees based on our values of Aspire to Greatness, Respect All, Own It, Working Together, Persist with Passion.

Who We’re Looking For:

As a key member of our R&D team, the Director R&D, Software Development is responsible to build, inspire, motivate and manage Laborie’s software development team, driving the strategic vision and execution of medical device software and fostering innovation within the team. This role plays a strong role in incorporating Machine Learning (ML) and/or Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions across Laborie’s portfolio. and lead all software development activities for Laborie globally. 

About the Role:

• Provide strong leadership to the software development team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Set clear goals and expectations, and mentor team members to achieve their full potential.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and execute the software development strategy aligned with the company's overall goals.
• Bring extensive experience in AI and machine learning to guide the development of intelligent and innovative solutions.
• Implement effective project management methodologies and processes to optimize workflow and productivity.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes to deliver high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software.
• Be or become proficient in the global regulations for medical device software and evolving regulations for AI applications.  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field with at least 5 years of proven experience leading software teams, including medical device experience
• Background in AI and machine learning, with a track record of successfully implementing AI solutions; knowledge of AI frameworks, libraries and tools.
• Lean development and/or agile methodologies for software development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Global team management experience

Why Laborie:

Our Mission every day is to operate as a world-class specialist medical company making and advancing technologies that preserve and restore human dignity. We do that today by helping people with pelvic and gastrointestinal conditions live normal lives, and by helping mothers and babies have safe deliveries.

• Paid time off and paid volunteer time
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account with Company Funded Contributions
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Parental Leave and Adoption Services
• Health and Wellness Programs and Events
• Awarded 2023 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Gold Level

Laborie provides equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Laborie is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our services, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.