Johnson & Johnson

Senior Manager Embedded Software Engineering, R&D

Johnson & Johnson$137K — $235K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years in embedded software development in medical devices.
  • 4+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Proven experience with embedded systems in consumer electronics, automotive, medical devices, or industrial applications.
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ and experience with QNX operating system.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of embedded software engineers and engineering managers.
  • Define team goals, development roadmaps, and performance metrics.
  • Guide architecture and design of embedded software systems.
  • Ensure integration with hardware components and communication protocols.
  • Manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing priorities and resources.
  • Recruit, onboard, and develop engineering talent.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, QA, product, and operations teams.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Retirement plan options, including pension and 401(k).
  • Up to 120 hours of vacation per year and additional sick leave.
  • Eligible for an annual performance bonus and long-term incentive program.
Full Job Description
Job Function:
R&D Product Development

Job Sub Function:
R&D Software/Systems Engineering

Job Category:
People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:
Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Manager, Embedded Software Engineering based in Danvers, MA.

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Job Summary:

The Senior Manager of Embedded Software Engineering leads a team of engineers responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining embedded software systems. It is a coach and a player role that combines technical leadership with strategic oversight, ensuring that embedded solutions meet performance, reliability, and compliance standards across hardware platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy:
  • Lead and mentor a team of embedded software engineers and/or engineering managers.
  • Define team goals, development roadmaps, and performance metrics.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Align software development efforts with organizational objectives and product strategies.


Technical Oversight:
  • Guide architecture and design of embedded software systems using C/C++.
  • Ensure integration with hardware components and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, USB, etc.).
  • Oversee software validation, verification, and compliance per IEC 62304
  • Drive adoption of best practices in version control, CI/CD, simulation, and debugging.


Project & Process Management
  • Manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing priorities and resources.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, QA, product, and operations teams.
  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality software within budget constraints.
  • Maintain documentation and traceability for regulatory and quality audits.


Talent Development
  • Recruit, onboard, and develop engineering talent.
  • Conduct performance reviews and career development planning.
  • Promote knowledge sharing and technical training within the team.


Education:
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.


Experience:
  • 10+ years in embedded software development in medical device domain.
  • 4+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Proven experience with embedded systems in consumer electronics, automotive, medical devices, or industrial applications.


Skills:
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ and QNX operating system.
  • Familiarity with software development tools (e.g., JAMA, Git, Jenkins, JIRA).
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and software lifecycle management.


Preferred Certifications:
  • PMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent project management certifications.
  • Domain-specific certifications (e.g., medical device software compliance, automotive safety standards).


The anticipated base pay range for this position is $137,000 to $235,750.

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation's performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401k).This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation - up to 120 hours per calendar year. Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington - up to 56 hours per calendar year. Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays - up to 13 days per calendar year. Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year. For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits This job posting is anticipated to close on November 20, 2025. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

About Johnson & Johnson

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