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Full Spectrum lists this Director, Engineering: Embedded Software opportunity in westborough, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Full Spectrum is an engineering services firm specializing in the design and development of innovative medical devices. We partner with leading companies in MedTech, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. With projects focused on embedded systems, mobile apps, and robotics, engineers at Full Spectrum love the challenge of working with clients on products that have a meaningful impact. Working across different client projects with a wide range of technologies, a career at Full Spectrum offers both technical and professional growth opportunities.
Director of Engineering, Embedded Software
The Director of Engineering, Embedded Software, will be a critical leader within our organization, responsible for the technical vision, strategic goals, and operational excellence of our embedded software development teams. This role requires a proven leader with deep expertise in embedded systems, a strong background in medical device development, and a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory landscape (e.g., IEC 62304). You will manage a team of talented embedded software engineers, oversee multiple client projects simultaneously, and serve as a key technical point of contact for our clients.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Leadership and Strategy:
Collaborate directly with clients to define and execute the technical strategy for embedded software development projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and client needs
Provide hands‑on technical guidance and architectural oversight for complex embedded software projects
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in embedded systems, medical device development, and cybersecurity
Drive innovation and continuous improvement in our software development processes and toolchains
Project and Client Management
Oversee the end‑to‑end software development lifecycle for multiple projects, from requirements definition through verification and validation
Collaborate with Technical Project Managers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope
Ensure all embedded software development activities comply with medical device regulations and standards (e.g., IEC 62304, ISO 13485), including software requirements specifications, software architecture and design documents, and risk management and cybersecurity plans and assessments (including FMEAs)
Collaborate with Business Development staff to introduce prospective customers to the company’s capabilities and expertise and to develop technical proposals for new client work
Team and People Management:
Lead, mentor, and grow a high‑performing team of embedded software engineers
Conduct performance reviews, provide career development opportunities, and foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability
Recruit top talent and build a robust team to meet the demands of our growing business
KEY SKILLS
10+ years recent experience with modern embedded C++
Experience developing medical devices or other safety critical systems
Strong hands‑on experience with embedded development on Linux, Windows, an RTOS, or bare metal
Strong experience with modern SDLC processes (unit testing, static analysis, CI/CD)
Strong familiarity with modern software development tools (Git, SVN, or other industry‑standard source control) and SDLC processes
Experience using Agile techniques, including task / issue management
Demonstrated commitment to high quality
Strong oral and written communication skills
Highly motivated, self‑disciplined, independent and results oriented
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics or related discipline preferred, or equivalent years of experience
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering or related field
10+ years of experience in embedded software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Extensive experience with full product development lifecycle for medical devices, from concept to commercialization
Proven expertise in C/C++ programming for embedded systems
Deep understanding of real‑time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded Linux
Demonstrated experience with hardware‑software integration, including low‑level driver development and debugging
In‑depth knowledge of medical device regulations and standards, especially IEC 62304
Experience with cybersecurity for embedded systems
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client‑facing skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced, services‑based environment
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Experience with wireless communication protocols (e.g., Wi‑Fi, BLE)
Familiarity with other programming languages such as Python or C#
Experience with micro‑controllers from vendors like ARM, STM, or TI
Experience with FPGA development
The base salary for this position is $165,000 to $225,000 annually, and the role is bonus eligible.
The final salary offer is determined by factors such as experience, location, skills, education, and market conditions.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Worksite address
westborough, MA, 01581, US
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