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Job Overview

At BD, we’re driven by our mission to be the makers of possible.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is recognized as one of the premier global leaders in medical technology. Our commitment to advancing health is at the core of everything we do. This ambitious goal requires creativity and dedication from all our teams—from design and engineering to manufacturing and marketing—enabling us to tackle challenges and create innovative solutions that turn visionary ideas into reality.

We value the importance of the human element in our diverse global workforce, as it is essential for our growth and progression. Join us to find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development and empowers you to reach your full potential. Become a catalyst for change with us.

Join Us in Transforming Health through Software Engineering

Working at Becton-Dickinson (BD) places you at the forefront of supporting healthcare products and devices that impact patients worldwide today, while shaping the future of medical technology through intelligent, connected solutions and improved care for chronic conditions.

As part of the Software Technology Solutions (STS) group at BD, you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge enterprise software solutions, platforms, and services while engaging in all stages of the product design process. This role offers you a unique chance to collaborate with various core teams across diverse platforms and business units, providing a comprehensive view of BD’s extensive product and service offerings.

Our STS environment emphasizes flexibility to help you balance professional and personal commitments. We prioritize the development of our associates and have cultivated a culture of servant leadership to support your career growth through constructive feedback and recognition, enabling you to bring your authentic self to work every day. With a growth mindset and a desire to make a positive impact, you can thrive at STS in your journey as a software engineer and contribute to BD’s mission of revolving health in ways you have yet to imagine.

Your Role:

BD’s Software Technology Solutions Division (STS) is seeking a dynamic Sr. Engineering Manager who will focus on building and sustaining a Clinical Interface Engine.

This role is ideal for a proactive leader with a unique blend of intelligence, integrity, and technical expertise, allowing you to cultivate a high-performing team through mentorship, coaching, recruitment, and tackling complex technical challenges.

In this collaborative position, you will work closely with various teams, providing guidance on the creation and management of clinical data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the design, development, and upkeep of a scalable, high-performance health data interface engine.
• Develop comprehensive technical design documentation, considering system dependencies, potential failure scenarios, maintainability, testability, and support ease.
• Collaborate with Architecture, PM, DevOps, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of the team’s strategic roadmap with the overarching program vision.
• Establish and implement performance metrics to enhance the functionality and efficiency of high-volume HL7 v2 interfaces.
• Incorporate best practices in software engineering (such as version control and continuous integration) across the entire codebase.
• Coordinate with program management to set key delivery milestones and address engineering risks that could impact the program.
• Facilitate decision-making regarding work scope, task duration, and design requirements.
• Attract, nurture, and retain talent within the BD team.
• Foster a collaborative environment to ensure a shared understanding of intricate subjects.
• Lead and contribute to process improvement initiatives within the entire department.

Qualifications:

• Over 10 years of experience in the Health Technology sector, with a successful record in developing and maintaining scalable, high-volume data interfaces, including at least 3 years in a Cloud environment.
• Minimum of 5 years leading teams and managing direct reports.
• Expertise with leading HL7 interface engines such as Iguana and Intersystem.
• Familiarity with design and development experiences surrounding HL7 FHIR, HL7 CDA, and HL7 v2.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and serverless technologies.
• Proven ability to lead transformations in modern software development practices and continuous delivery.
• Experience in designing systems with observability for monitoring and addressing anomalies, failures, and performance degradation.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and design principles.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a successful track record in motivating and developing high-achieving teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of translating complex issues into actionable strategies.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Golang, Python, and Java.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and implementing DevOps practices.
• A demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to meeting project objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

At BD, we recognize the need for on-site collaboration to stimulate creativity, innovation, and efficient problem-solving critical in the fast-evolving healthcare sector. Hence, most roles necessitate a minimum of 4 days per week in the office to uphold our culture of excellence while also respecting work-life balance through flexible arrangements. Remote and field-based position expectations will be explicitly stated in the job posting.

Please note that for certain roles at BD, employment is dependent upon verification of full COVID-19 vaccination status. In specific locations, COVID-19 testing may be available or required. We will consider requests for accommodation as per BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy and applicable law.

Why Join Our Team?

A career with BD means being part of a community that values your insights and contributions, encouraging you to embrace your true self at work. We support each other in pursuing excellence, adhering to our core values of integrity and accountability, and fostering a learning culture every day.

To find purpose in possibilities, we seek individuals who can envision the bigger picture and comprehend the human stories behind everything we do. We welcome innovative and driven individuals eager to help us reshape the future of health. At BD, you will be immersed in a culture that enables growth and nurtures your contributions while making a positive impact on the world.

Discover more about BD and our mission at our website.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not engage in illegal discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Primary Work Location:

USA CA – San Diego Bldg A&B

Work Shift:

At BD, we are dedicated to investing in our associates’ well-being, development, and offering recognition and rewards that cultivate a performance-driven culture. Competitive compensation and benefits programs are available, which can be explored further on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary and hourly rate frameworks have been established to ensure fair and competitive rewards for associates, recognizing various levels of expertise and supporting career growth. The offered salary or hourly rate is influenced by a variety of factors, including experience, education, location, and the specifics of the position. Please note that salary ranges may differ for remote and field roles.

Salary Range:

$155,200.00 – $256,000.00 USD Annually