Embedded Software Project Manager

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Job Function:
R&D Product Development

Job Sub     Function:
R&D Software/Systems Engineering

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:
Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for an Embedded Software Project Manager. This is an onsite position in Danvers, MA.
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Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Execution
Define and manage project scope, objectives, and deliverables for embedded software initiatives.

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.

Drive execution across firmware, driver, and low-level software teams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
Coordinate with hardware, systems, validation, and manufacturing teams to align software development with overall product timelines.

Facilitate communication between engineers, internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Technical
Well versed in C/C++

Understand and guide technical decisions related to RTOS, device drivers, bootloaders, and hardware abstraction layers.

Risk & Quality Management
Identify and mitigate risks related to hardware dependencies, timing constraints, and regulatory compliance.

Ensure software meets performance, reliability, and safety standards

Stakeholder Engagement
Provide regular updates to engineering leadership, product management, and external partners.

Manage expectations and ensure alignment with customer and business requirements.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.

5+ years of experience in either embedded systems development or embedded systems testing, and project management.

Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture, microcontrollers, and real-time operating systems.

Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, logic analyzers).

PMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent certification is a plus.

Preferred

Skills:

Experience in regulated industries (automotive, medical devices, aerospace).

Knowledge of secure boot, firmware update mechanisms, and hardware-software co-design.

Experience managing geographically distributed teams.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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