Senior Director, Engineering
Req ID : 47453
Job Category :
Research & Development / Scientific
Location :
Mentor, OH, US, 44060
Workplace Type : Hybrid
At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.
Position Summary
As the Senior Director, Engineering you will be responsible for leading and managing multiple departments including, embedded software, hardware, controls, automation, cybersecurity, testing, integration, and cloud teams. Your expertise will be crucial in promoting the adoption and implementation of technical methods within various teams, helping STERIS to stay ahead of industry trends, best practices, and technological advances. You will identify opportunities to leverage innovation and technology to deliver competitive advantage. This role is responsible for cross-functional collaboration across technical domains including Marketing and Commercial teams.
- This position is located onsite in Mentor, Ohio with an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule. Qualified candidates must live within or be willing relocate within commuting distance of Mentor, Ohio
What You'll Do As A Senior Director, Engineering
Lead, develop and implement technology and process improvements across departments to achieve STERIS technology objectives, accelerate software development and increase risk management effectiveness. Responsible to oversee the entire embedded software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment and maintenance.Lead, develop and implement Connect Assure Technology (CAT) to ensure usability, scalability, reliability and cybersecurity standards are achieved. Support Cloud transition.Drive architectural and design decisions for the software engineering teams, to deliver secure, high quality, well tested, and scalable software and automation interfaces to meet the functional and scheduling requirements of the roadmap.Partner with other department leaders, management executives and R&D leaders to drive and improve our development process, prioritize projects and manage multiple products and projects.Responsible to build systems that adhere to highest engineering quality standards, applying your vision and expertise to set the bar on resiliency, scalability, efficiency, and performance while minimizing risk, maximizing output, and maintaining compliance with ISO and FDA standards.Identify embedded control and software architecture strategy to deliver information requirements in conjunction with VP of Product Development.Develop new Controls Platforms, as required, to meet evolving IPT Business requirements including product performance, regulatory, cybersecurity, connectivity, serviceability, remote monitoring and life cycle management,Engage with customers and partners, and interface with Customer Support and Professional Services to ensure a high quality experience throughout the software and product development cycle.Build a culture of rapid and agile development, innovation and collaboration, mentoring managers and individual contributors across the organization and build strong bridges with multiple internal and external stakeholders.Lead mentor, recruit, develop and retain talented engineers and managers to launch new products on time and support our existing products and technologies.The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed
Required :
Masters degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or relevant computer science degree.20 years leading software development teams, with at least three years at the Director level.Experience leading software teamsin new product development in a highly regulated industry (Medical Device, Aerospace, Automotive, Life Sciences).Proven experience managing large-scale software development projects and teams.Strong technical background with expertise in embedded software, hardware, controls and systems engineering.Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute methodically.Experience with agile development methodologies and tools.Strong business acumen that demonstrates a clear understanding of impact of innovation and technology has on business strategy.Excellent communication skills at all levels from senior executive to technology staff.Excellent leadership, team building, employee motivation, development, and coaching skills.Exemplary written and verbal communicator capable of high levels of collaboration with the ability to influence peers and executives.Deep knowledge of hardware and embedded software development and systems integration.Preferred :
Experience in the medical device industryExperience with cybersecurity and AI as it relates to new product development processesWhat STERIS Offers
We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.
Here is just a brief overview of what we offer :
Market Competitive PayExtensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidaysExcellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision BenefitsLong / Short Term disability coverage401(k) with company matchMaternity & Paternal LeaveAdditional add-on benefits / discounts for programs such as Pet InsuranceTuition Reimbursement and continued educations programsExcellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term careerLI-KK1
STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE : STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.
If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.
STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.
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60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.Req ID : 47453
Job Category :
Research & Development / Scientific
Location :
Mentor, OH, US, 44060
Workplace Type : Hybrid
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