BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Our vision for Peripheral Intervention at BD
Our Peripheral Intervention (PI) business unit offers a comprehensive range of medical products, devices and services for the treatment of peripheral arterial and venous disease, cancer detection, and end-stage renal disease and maintenance.
About the Job
As Software Engineering Manager, you will lead cross‑functional teams across application development, embedded systems, DevOps, and software testing. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering scalable, secure, and high‑quality software solutions aligned with business objectives, while overseeing the full development lifecycle from planning through deployment. You will mentor and support engineering teams, foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, and implement best practices across CI/CD, automation, and testing. Working closely with Product Management, QA, Hardware, and Regulatory teams, you will ensure seamless delivery of integrated solutions, while also driving resource planning, performance management, and career development to align team capabilities with strategic goals and compliance standards.
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Lead and manage Software Development and Test teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical strategy.
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Oversee the full software lifecycle—from planning and development to deployment and testing—ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
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Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across all teams.
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Define and implement best practices in software engineering, CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and testing.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, QA, Hardware, and Regulatory, to deliver integrated solutions.
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Drive resource planning, performance management, and career development for team members.
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Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations, especially in regulated environments.
About you
Architectural & Design Skills
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Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns, particularly in projects involving embedded systems and hardware development.
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Experience designing scalable, maintainable, and secure software systems.
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Understanding of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps).
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Familiarity with cloud platforms (especially Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
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Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy standards.
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Hands-on experience with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes, and automated testing frameworks.
Soft Skills & Leadership:
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At least 5+ years in leadership roles, managing multi-functional software teams.
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Ability to mentor developers (SW and Embedded) and conduct effective code reviews.
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Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
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Effective communication with multi-functional teams (QA, Product, DevOps).
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Experience in agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
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Ownership of end-to-end delivery and technical decision-making.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, embedded systems or related field.
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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.
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Proven experience in DevOps practices, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines.
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Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and automation frameworks.
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Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
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Experience delivering complex software projects in a fast-paced environment.
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Experience in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, automotive, aerospace).
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Experience in and knowledge of IEC62304 and 13495 standards preferred.
Salary Range €120K - €130K + Bonus + Benefits
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
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.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
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.
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Salary Range Information
€95,200.00 - €145,150.00 EUR Annual
