Senior Software Manager

Job Description

As Software Engineering Manager at BD's Peripheral Intervention unit, you will lead cross functional teams across application development, embedded systems, DevOps, and software testing. You will deliver scalable, secure, and high quality software solutions aligned with business objectives, oversee the full development lifecycle, mentor engineering teams, and implement best practices across CI/CD, automation, and testing. You will work closely with Product Management, QA, Hardware, and Regulatory to ensure seamless delivery of integrated solutions and drive resource planning, performance management, and career development to align team capabilities with strategic goals and compliance standards.

Main Responsibilities

• 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

• 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) and 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.
• 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 a related field.
• Over 10 years of experience in software engineering, including more than 5 years in leadership roles overseeing projects focused on/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 and knowledge of IEC62304 and 13495 standards preferred.

Compensation

Salary Range: €120K - €130K + Bonus + Benefits

Location

Primary Work Location: Limerick - Castletroy
Remote or field based positions may have different workplace arrangements as indicated in the posting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.