Director R&D Nav Software
Johnson & Johnson · Boston, MA
ResearchFull-time$164k–$283kCompany career page
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Role summary
Johnson & Johnson seeks a Director of R&D Software Navigation to lead a growing software team developing next-generation surgical navigation systems. This technical and people leadership role oversees software architecture, execution, and quality for five platforms in a highly regulated medical device environment.
What they're looking for
- Leadership experience managing software engineering teams in regulated medical device environments
- Deep expertise in safety-critical software architecture and real-time systems design
- Strong knowledge of medical device software standards (IEC 62304) and design controls
- Demonstrated experience with software verification, validation, and regulatory compliance
- Proficiency in cross-functional collaboration across systems, hardware, clinical, and manufacturing teams
- Track record of mentoring technical teams and driving continuous improvement in quality metrics
What you'll be doing
- Lead full lifecycle development of software subsystems for surgical navigation platforms from concept through post-market support
- Define software platform architecture, roadmaps, and technical direction aligned with product strategy and regulatory requirements
- Partner with systems, hardware, clinical, and manufacturing teams to translate user needs into traceable software requirements
- Oversee software safety analysis, risk management, FMEA activities, and compliance with medical device regulations
- Build, mentor, and retain high-performing software teams while supporting resource planning and schedule estimation
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