Director Embedded Software Engineering, Novum Platform (connected electromechanical medical device) (On-Site Raleigh, NC – RELOCATION Assistance Provided)

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role at Baxter:

Baxter’s Infusion Systems (infusion pumps, sets and fluid management systems) and Patient Monitoring help clinicians safely deliver medications deliver medications and monitor patients at the bedside.  Infusion pumps are used to deliver medication and solutions through various routes (e.g. intravenous and epidural) for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes.  We’re working to enable clinicians to provide their best care to patients and safely deliver medications at the bedside. For example, we are helping elevate patient protection from the pharmacy to the bedside through our infusion pump. We are also focused on helping clinicians reduce the potential for touch contamination during setup and change of IV administration sets with single set technology for both pump and gravity medication delivery.

The Novum IQ Infusion Platform brings together Large Volume and Syringe pumps, IQ Enterprise Connectivity Suite, and web-based Dose IQ Safety Software to drive the continuous evolution of smart pump technology, with the unparalleled user experience you expect from Baxter.

As the Director, Embedded Software Engineering, you will be responsible for all Embedded Software level R&D deliverables related to the Novum IQ Infusion Platform Large Volume Pump (LVP), Syringe Pump and future platforms within the Infusion Systems business.  This includes feasibility/prototyping, new product development, and sustaining phases of the product development lifecycle.  You will lead a global team of Embedded Software Engineers providing technical expertise and guidance, along with accountability of reviewing and approving complex design concepts. You will be responsible for creating and implementing a strategic plan for the functional team and will co-lead and collaborate on initiatives with systems, marketing, IT, Quality, and Regulatory functions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

•          Build Center of Excellence (CoE) team in Raleigh, NC.

•          Leading a team of software managers and engineers, providing technical guidance, and ensuring the team’s work aligns with the program’s goals and objectives.

•          Lead software release planning, technical roadmap development and execution of programs spanning across the product platform. 

•          Actively champion an Agile development culture within the organization, advocating for the benefits of Agile methodologies, and promoting the adoption and integration of Agile practices across the software engineering team.

•          Collaborate with hardware and systems teams to ensure the successful integration of software into the platform. 

•          Provide leadership for resource staffing and project execution for the team with proactive management of technical and project risk to ensure delivery of business commitments.

•          Create, effectively communicate and deploy the strategy for the team that aligns with the overall software organization strategic plan.

•          Identify and manage risks related to software development such as security vulnerabilities, regulatory non-compliance, and project delays.

•          Represent the embedded software engineering team in meetings, presentations, and other communications with internal and external stakeholders.

•          Foster a collaborative work environment with strong working relationships within and across teams, functions, and with strategic external partners.

•          Maintain current knowledge of relevant Quality System Regulations and other regulatory requirements related to research and development (product development, design and safety) to ensure compliance in all research, data collection and reporting activities.

•          Make adjustments and assign resources as necessary to ensure the QMS is adequately implemented and monitored.

•          Ensure proper software development and risk management are employed at Baxter.

•          Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encourage the adoption of new tools and methodologies, and promote best practices to improve the quality of software and efficiency of development processes. 

•          Travel expected 15% once the CoE is established; initial travel higher.

Your Team:

The Director, Embedded Software Engineering will report to the Sr Director, Software Engineering MPT and lead a team of ~40 employees based in the US.

Your Location:

You will work on-site from our office located in Raleigh, NC, one of the national hubs for HealthCare Technology. Relocation assistance will be provided. Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

What You’ll Bring:

•          Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Master’s Degree preferred

•          10 years experience minimum

•          Significant experience in Embedded systems and software engineering with early experience in software development/coding (C++, Python, Linux) in the medical device industry is required

•          Understanding of global regulatory requirements for medical devices; risk and reliability concepts for development; and the need to deliver quality products and/or processes

•          Significant experience leading a cross functional team and working in a global matrix environment

•          Strong team building and talent management skills, and the ability to motivate team members to achieve goals

•          Proven experience in driving product specific and overall portfolio strategy in a global business

•          Must possess strong knowledge of scientific/technical disciplines and solid knowledge of related disciplines such a regulatory, quality, and/or product development; recognized internally and externally as expert in functional area

•          Must be a strategic, innovative problem solver, and have strong influencing and communication skills

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We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $184,000 - $253,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and/or long-term incentive. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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