Robotics & Digital Solutions, part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, is recruiting a  Director, Ottava Product Software, located Santa Clara, CA.

As the Director of Ottava Product Software, you will be responsible for directing and overseeing global software development and test activities for the Ottava Product Software team. Through close collaboration with leadership, you will create and drive strategies for developing medical device software and lead the team to a successful commercial software release.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct product software development and testing activities for a complex robotic system including planning, budgeting, execution, and delivery.

• In collaboration with leadership, plan, develop, and grow an effective organization.

• Drive and influence strategies and processes for planning, developing, releasing, testing, and maintaining medical device software.

• Work closely with Software Quality Engineering to define and improve software development processes in compliance with current FDA guidance and IEC 62304.

• Work closely with Clinical Engineering and Product Management to define software product features and road maps.

• Establish team initiatives and strategies to achieve program goals and improve functional excellence in areas including device integration, real-time software, firmware, tooling, and software testing.

• Mentor senior managers, managers, and individual contributors.

• Maintain cross-functional alignment within OTTAVA R&D leadership and partner organizations (Quality, Regulatory, Clinical).

• Provide strategic guidance, planning, and budget.

Qualifications

Education:

• A minimum of Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.

Required Experience and Skills:

• 10+ years of experience developing software for complex systems.

• 5+ years of experience managing software teams in a leadership role.

• Experience in integrating, developing, and managing teams from different backgrounds to deliver high-quality results on time.

• Ability to drive tactical execution decisions that align with business & corporate goals and strategy.

• Strong understanding of Agile software development methodologies and best practices.

• Strong understanding of software development and testing for medical devices, including required documentation and standards (e.g., IEC 62304).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholder s.

• Proven ability to continuously improve delivery process, quality, and customer satisfactio n.

• Ability to motivate, inspire and influence others across the organization and enterprise to achieve result s.

Preferred:

• Experience reaching “across the aisle” to successfully partner with and problem solve alongside technical, support and business partners in other parts of the company.

• Experience with software development and/or test for complex electro-mechanical systems.

• Understanding of robotic technology and general robotic surgery paradigms.

• Experience with a globally distributed development team.

• Experience bringing products to market.

Other:

• Ability to travel up to 10%, international and domestic is required

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please contact us to request special accommodations.

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The anticipated base pay range for this position is $160,000.00 to $276,000.00.

California Bay Area - The anticipated base pay range for this position is $197,000.00 to $317,400.00.