Primary Function of PositionWe are seeking an energetic, authentic Embedded Software Engineering Manager to lead and empower a high-caliber team of brilliant, highly motivated engineers launching a groundbreaking medical device. In this high-impact, hands-on role, you will champion the technical excellence and development of low-level software across RTOS and embedded Linux platforms. You excel at translating complex technical vision into execution while cutting through technical complexity to keep your team aligned, energized, and moving fast. If you thrive in a dynamic, highly regulated environment (FDA 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 62304) where early-stage product challenges evolve rapidly and team energy runs high, this is your opportunity to shape the future of medical technology.
Essential Job Duties- Lead, Inspire, & Multiply: Serve as a passionate leader for a high-performing team of firmware and software engineers. Cultivate a culture of innovation, high autonomy, technical rigor, and rapid execution through direct mentorship and hands-on guidance.
- Drive High-Speed Technical Execution: Direct and participate in the technical architecture across board bring-up, real-time control algorithms, platform development, cybersecurity, OS management, and safety-critical software.
- Bridge Strategy & Agile Delivery: Craft, own, and track dynamic, bottom-up engineering roadmaps that meet aggressive product milestones, seamlessly managing interdependencies with hardware, clinical, and human factors teams.
- Champion Modern Engineering Practices: Continuously elevate the team's development engine-driving modern Agile workflows, CI/CD automation, clear code reviews, and proactive bug management built for speed and regulatory compliance. unit testing, test driven development (TDD)
- Embed Safety & Risk Management: Lead risk-based design efforts (hazard analysis, software FMEA) to architect robust, failsafe software systems that uncompromisingly prioritize patient safety.
- Accelerate Delivery to Market: Own the software release lifecycle end-to-end-from unit testing and full verification/validation (V&V) to seamless transfer to manufacturing.
- Amplify Team Impact: Serve as the team's chief advocate and key technical liaison, clearly articulating technical wins, tradeoffs, and roadmaps to executive leadership, cross-functional partners, and regulatory bodies.
QualificationsRequired Education, Skills & Experience- Education: BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Technical Experience: 10+ years of hands-on embedded software engineering experience (C/C++), with deep expertise in RTOS and embedded Linux environments.
- Leadership: 3-5 years of experience directly managing, growing, and energizing high-performing technical teams.
- Medical Regulatory Expertise: Deep knowledge of IEC 62304 software lifecycle processes and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 design controls.
- Safety-Critical Systems: Proven track record architecting complex, safety-critical embedded systems, including risk management and failure mode analysis (FMEA).
- Delivery Track Record: Proven ability to drive complex software deliverables from napkin sketch through V&V and commercial transfer under ambitious timelines.
- Modern Tooling: Strong fluency with Git, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and agile release management practices. static analysis tools
Preferred Attributes & Mindset- Culture Builder: A high-energy leader with a track record of attracting, retaining, and unlocking the full potential of elite engineers in a high-trust, high-accountability environment.
- Relentless Problem-Solver: A resourceful self-starter who embraces technical ambiguity, stays composed under pressure, and tackles complex challenges with urgency and optimism.
- Crisp Communicator: Exceptional ability to distill complex architectural decisions into clear, compelling narratives for diverse stakeholders.
- Biased for Action: High initiative, relentless follow-through, and a genuine passion for pushing the boundaries of what medical devices can achieve.
Additional InformationDue to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.
