Director, Cloud Software Engineering

Company Overview

Join us for an enriching journey with Outset, a trailblazing medical device company that is revolutionizing the field of dialysis. Our focus is to create one high performing team, obsessed with progress, in an atmosphere that is brimming with transformative opportunities. The heart of our mission is pioneering a groundbreaking technology that redefines the landscape of dialysis, streamlining complexity and cost, because patients deserve “better” now, not some day.  

At Outset we’re revolutionizing an industry and changing lives. We’re impacting what the future of dialysis looks like by creating a first-of-its-kind technology in order to reduce the cost and complexity of dialysis. FDA cleared for use across care settings, from the hospital to the clinic to the home, the Tablo® Hemodialysis System harnesses modern technology for a new holistic approach to dialysis care. We’re giving providers time back to focus on patient care. And we’re giving patients the power to take control of their life and get back to enjoying the things they love.

Position Overview  

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Cloud Software Development to lead our cloud software development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies, AWS cloud infrastructure, software development, and leadership within the medical device industry. The ideal candidate is passionate about software engineering and leverages software development methodologies (such as Agile Scrum) to deliver world class software solutions.

As the Director of Cloud Software Development, you will work closely with other department heads, stakeholders, and clients to ensure that software solutions meet both business and technical requirements. You will also play a key role in defining the technical vision and strategy for the organization, staying up-to-date with emerging technologies, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This is a critical leadership position that requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills. If you are passionate about technology, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to help make a profound impact on patient lives, this role is for you!

Essential Job Functions

• Lead and manage the cloud software development team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure cloud solutions.
• Apply deep AWS knowledge and experience to ensure the team’s continued development of sustainable, high availability, low-cost product architectures and deployments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, IT, quality and regulatory affairs, to define and execute the cloud software strategy.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of cloud-based applications and services that integrate with our medical devices.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including SOC2, HIPAA, FDA, and ISO.
• Ensure that the software development team adheres to coding standards and best practices to maintain and enhance our software architecture.
• Drive continuous improvement in software development processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, AWS cloud infrastructure developments and industry trends to ensure our cloud solutions remain cutting-edge and competitive.
• Manage budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements/Qualifications

• in computer engineering, computer science, data science or equivalent.
• 10+ years software development experience.
• 7+ years managing and leading SW development teams.
• Knowledge and use of Agile Scrum methodology.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in cloud environments.
• Must have a record of working to deadlines in a rapid development cycle and prioritizing competing demands.
• Demonstrate creativity, problem solving, and intelligent thinking.
• Knowledge and understanding of regulated class II/III medical device requirements for software.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, Node.js, Typescript, and JavaScript.
• Must have a proficiency in SQL, DynamoDB, S3 and experience with large scale database driven applications.
• Knowledge of DevOps and experience leading DevOps engineers.
• Thorough communication and organizational skills. Must be an excellent communicator in technical contexts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS Cloud certifications
• Medical device cyber security software releases
• Experience with IoT and edge computing
• Experience in Mobile App development in either Android or iOS
• Experience in SaaS release optimization

Company Culture

At Outset, we believe every person matters. Every Outsetter, every patient, every caregiver. Because we are here to create a revolution, and we believe in doing that by innovating everywhere with intelligent speed. Our team expects nothing less than our best display of strengths and skills, and we find joy in working together for a common goal. At Outset, we believe that curiosity, ingenuity and conviction in the power of technology will transform the lives of dialysis patients and providers. 

We are fueled by the opportunity to give people their lives back. And we believe that it begins with YOU, our future Outsetter. At Outset, we’ve designed a professional world that our employees are honored and impassioned to belong to, one that offers challenge, the ability to collaborate with great people, and opportunities to build skill and expertise in a fulfilling career. 

An opportunity at Outset Medical won’t just be about finding a job. Our culture revolves around the principles of moving farther, faster, together, so working here feels like a masterclass in peak performance, for individuals and teams. 

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Important Notice

We have been made aware of fraudulent activities where individuals are impersonating our company and offering fake job opportunities. Please note, Outset Medical will never request payment or gift cards during the hiring process, nor will we ask you to purchase your own equipment. Anyone reaching out to you with an email address ending in @outsetmedical.cc, is not a legitimate Outset representative. For legitimate opportunities, always apply directly through our official careers page. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a communication, contact us immediately at peopleops@outsetmedical.com.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT 

Outset Medical is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, age, or any other protected status set forth in federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.