Sw Engineering Manager

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead our cross-functional software teams, including Software Development, DevOps, and Software Testing.
This role is critical to driving the successful delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative mindset to foster innovation and operational excellence.
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world.
Advancing the world of health is our purpose, and it takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our MedTech products—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions.
Why join us?
A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered culture.
You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy in the process.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture and understand the human story behind everything we do.
At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
Become a maker of possible with us
About The Role
We are looking for a seasoned and driven Software Engineering Manager to lead our cross-functional software teams, encompassing application software development, embedded software, DevOps, and software testing.
This leadership role is pivotal in delivering robust, scalable, and secure software solutions aligned with our business goals.
You will be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle—from planning and development to deployment and testing—ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes.
You will guide and support Software Development and Test teams, promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and define engineering best practices across CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and testing.
You will work with Product Management, QA, Hardware, and Regulatory teams to deliver integrated solutions and drive resource planning, performance management, and career development initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory standards.
Main Responsibilities Will Include
Lead and manage Software Development and Test teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical strategy.
Oversee the full software lifecycle—from planning and development to deployment and testing—ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across all teams.
Define and implement best practices in software engineering, CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and testing.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, QA, Hardware, and Regulatory, to deliver integrated solutions.
Drive resource planning, performance management, and career development for team members.
Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations, especially in regulated environments.
About You
Architectural & Design Skills
Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns, particularly in projects involving embedded systems and hardware development.
Experience designing scalable, maintainable, and secure software systems.
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps).
Familiarity with cloud platforms (especially Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy standards.
Hands-on experience with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes, and automated testing frameworks.
Soft Skills & Leadership
At least 5+ years in leadership roles, managing multi-functional software teams.
Ability to mentor developers (SW and Embedded) and conduct effective code reviews.
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
Effective communication with multi-functional teams (QA, Product, DevOps).
Experience in agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
Ownership of end-to-end delivery and technical decision-making.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, embedded systems or related field.
Over 8 years of experience in software engineering, including more than 5 years in leadership roles overseeing projects involving embedded systems and hardware design and development.
Proven experience in DevOps practices, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines.
Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and automation frameworks.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
Experience delivering complex software projects in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, automotive, aerospace).
Experience in IEC62304 and 13495 standards preferred.
Click on apply if this sounds like you
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving.
For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week.
Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.
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Salary Range Information
€73,500.00 - €125,000.00 EUR Annual
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