Director, Software
Carl Zeiss X-ray Microscopy, Inc.
Job ID: 4nQkatg-_QPb_PETAAAAAA==
Location: United States
Description:
About Us: How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! What’s the role? The Director of Software Engineering is responsible for providing resource management, technical leadership, and quality control in the design and development of state-of-the-art software. The Director of Software Engineering reports to Head of R&D/Engineering. Also, this position manages team of Software Engineers, works with other R&D Managers and Product Managers throughout XRM, and coordinates software development with other Zeiss sites and external software partners to meet customer needs in a timely manner. Sound Interesting? Here’s what you’ll do: Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Establish pragmatic software performance and quality metrics (organizational, architectural, and project level), benchmark the organization and individuals, and implement performance improvement plans. Establish software architectural framework and a development process that ensures adherence to that framework. Identify state of the art software tools, technology, methodologies, and processes for the software organization. Pilot these in the organization and on projects, Contribute directly to software technical discussions (technology, platforms, architecture and designs) through knowledge and experience in Software Engineering. Plan projects, provide technical direction, and coordinate the efforts of software engineers in performance of assigned projects including identifying risks/issues. Build a multiyear software resourcing strategy and plan balancing the strategic value of work and operational efficiency. Lead, coach, appraise and develop the internal software team, including hiring well qualified personnel, and effectively manage external software partners. Manage software headcount plans and contribute to engineering budgets to achieve business assigned targets. Mentor and develop software team members in software architecture, quality, and user workflows. Work with other departments to plan and develop new software products. Evaluate individual and team performance of the software group, executing development and performance plans as needed. Create a culture of continuous improvement Do you qualify? Experience and Education Requirements: BS in Computer Science or other technical or engineering degree required. Fifteen (15) years of applicable experience in commercial software development required. Ten (10) years functional management experience in product development or related roles Five (5) years’ experience building high performance organizations Multiple industry software development experience preferred; instrument software experience is ideal. Demonstrated verbal and written communication at the subordinate, peer and project level required and at the executive level desired. Demonstrated leadership in software architectural design and decision-making Demonstrated ability to establish and ensure adherence to operational objectives, work plans, budgets, schedules, and performance requirements. Demonstrated ability to identify and adapt quickly to change and work in highly dynamic environment. The annual pay range for this position is $183,000 – $229,000 The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus or sales commissions. ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off. robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off. We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS! Medical Vision Dental 401k Matching Employee Assistance Programs Vacation and sick pay The list goes on! ZEISS is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled Veteran Employer Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Clara Cresswell Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends). Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together. Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow. Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity. Apply now! It takes less than 10 minutes.
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Posted Date: 1 month ago
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