Engineering Manager, Software Verification & Validation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing V&V team by designing scalable structures, defining career paths, and overseeing hiring, coaching, performance management, succession planning, and mentoring.
• Develop multi-year staffing roadmaps aligned with growth objectives and partner globally to harmonize processes and share best practices.
• Define and execute comprehensive software V&V strategies, including test planning, case design, execution, defect management, and requirements-to-test traceability.
• Drive test automation initiatives by selecting frameworks, scripting, integrating with CI/CD pipelines, identifying bottlenecks, streamlining workflows, and tracking V&V metrics.
• Ensure quality and regulatory compliance by embedding processes, maintaining audit readiness, and authoring process documentation.
• Contribute to site leadership strategic decision-making and foster a collaborative environment as part of the site leadership team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, IT, Product Owners, Quality Engineers, and vendors to represent V&V in governance, negotiate scope and timelines, and escalate issues.
• Manage Agile V&V delivery “in-sprint” and across releases, overseeing resources, schedules, risks, and stakeholder reporting.
• Cultivate the R&D site’s identity and culture by promoting innovation, continuous improvement, and customer-centric values.

Qualification & Requirements

• Proven track record as a Manager of Managers, managing high-performing teams to achieve excellence and career growth.
• Deep expertise in Software Verification & Validation fundamentals, including end-to-end V&V methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Proven experience with test automation frameworks and integrating V&V into CI/CD pipelines
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and medical-device software regulatory frameworks (e.g. ISO 13485, IEC 62304)
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic roadmaps that anticipate verification needs and align with organisational goals
• Experience building strong, collaborative partnerships with R&D, IT, product teams, and external stakeholders
• History of translating complex V&V concepts into clear communication for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Success navigating Agile environments to identify process improvements and quickly resolve challenges
• Skilled in managing diverse stakeholder priorities, reporting progress transparently, and securing executive buy-in
• Experience championing a culture of innovation, quality, and customer focus within a technical organisation
• Track record of taking decisive, data-driven actions, owning outcomes, and consistently delivering on commitments

Something extra to grab our attention

• Medical-Device Industry Expertise: Hands-on experience with Class III implantable devices, particularly in hearing or neuro-stimulation.
• Regulatory & Risk Management Proficiency: Deep familiarity with ISO 14971 risk management alongside ISO 13485 and IEC 62304 compliance for software in critical medical devices.
• Passion for Customer centric solution: a demonstrable commitment to improving patient outcomes

Benefits

• Insurance Benefits
• Retirement Benefits
• Vacation Policy
• Other Perks and Benefits…