Engineering Manager- San Jose, CA (Information Technology)
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We don't just build technology. We build hope for everyone dealing with cancer.
Working in a software engineering organization, the Engineering Development Manager will collaborate with other development managers to develop our people, products, and processes for software development of medical systems for oncology called MOSAIQ.
Note: this is a junior engineering development manager position for candidates in software engineering management positions for 2-4 years. Please do not apply if your experience is beyond this level.
Responsibilities –
Responsible for software product development, including customer visible features, non-functional features and improvements, as well as defect fixing and tech debt reduction
Manages a scrum team and delivers according to plan and according to the required quality standards
Manages the non-technical aspects growing and coaching scrum team members, conducts performance management, develops talent, and increases efficiency
Contributes to code development, is involved in the code review process and by being hands-on has direct knowledge of the daily work of the development and quality engineers in the scrum team
Provides feedback and input to sprint planning and execution to ensure dependable and reliable software product delivery
Instills continuous attention to technical excellence, good design, high quality code implementation as well as continuous engineering improvement
Ensures that IP strategy is followed, and IP protection generated for key elements
Adheres to guidelines and principles defined by the platform software group
Adheres to and improves Agile implementation and PLM processes
Authorities –
Develops long term competence and engineering excellence
Manages, mentors, and grows scrum teams, manage all scrum team members with individual attention
Empowers scrum team to make the right decisions in context of product engineering
Leads the effective utilization of scrum team members
Responsible for direct reports, including goal setting, coaching and performance management
Adheres to all compliance, legal and regulatory requirements in developing our new products with optimal quality
Decides together with Intellectual Property team on filing of patents
Ensures the right balance in competences short, mid, and long-term keeping clinical workflow expertise improvement as a priority
Qualifications –
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Employees must be able to read, speak, write and comprehend the English language.
Solid understanding of Agile and scaled Agile
Excellent software engineering management skills
Ability to coordinate scrum team members in scrum teams
Understanding of disciplined methods in the design, development and debugging and test of software programs
Understanding of quality system requirements and compliance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Skills in team participation, quality orientation
Listening skills to support teams in problem identification and decision making
EXPERIENCE:
Software and infrastructure engineering management experience, including a minimum of 2 years and up to 4 years in a lead software engineering role or management position
BS degree in Computer Science (master's degree or PhD degree preferred)
Experience in software engineering organizations, medical devices industry preferred
Demonstrated track record as a software engineering manager
Proven experience with Agile Development and Product Lifecycle Management
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Experience with managing the software delivery lifecycle of the scrum team by following agile best practices while monitoring what works and identifying areas for improvement
Experience with cloud-based systems such as Azure, AWS or Google Cloud is preferred
Availability for infrequent travel on request
What you'll get:
In this role, you will work for a higher purpose; hope for everyone dealing with cancer, and for everyone regardless of where in the world, to have access to the best cancer care. In addition to this, Elekta offers a range of benefits.
What we offer:
Hybrid work option (you are required to work on location at least 3 days/week)
Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
401k, paid vacation and holiday
A wealth of additional benefits including wellness reimbursement, tuition reimbursement and flexible spending account
Close-knit company culture
Career development – wide range of learning opportunities
How to proceed?
We are looking forward to hearing from you! Apply by submitting your application and résumé in English, via the “Apply” button. Please note that we do not accept applications by e-mail.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
The US base salary range for this position is $175,000- $205,000.
About Elekta
As a leader in precision radiation therapy, Elekta is committed to ensuring every patient has access to the best cancer care possible. Elekta is a proud innovator and supplier of equipment and software used to improve, prolong, and save the lives of people with cancer and brain disorders.
More than 6,000 hospitals worldwide rely on Elekta technology. We openly collaborate with customers to advance sustainable, outcome-driven, and cost-efficient solutions to meet evolving patient needs, improve lives and bring hope to everyone dealing with cancer. To us, it's personal, and our global team of 4,700 employees combine passion, science, and imagination to profoundly change cancer care. We don't just build technology, we build hope.
Elekta is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with presence in more than 120 countries and listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit elekta.com or follow @Elekta on Twitter and on LinkedIn.
