Lead Connectivity Engineer, R&D

Hologic is the market leader in mammography and a global champion for women’s health. Our Breast & Skeletal Health solutions help clinicians detect disease earlier and more accurately. We’re now looking for a
Lead Connectivity Engineer
to shape what’s next in imaging interoperability.

You will lead the design and implementation of connectivity and interoperability across Hologic’s Breast & Skeletal Health product portfolio. Acting as the go-to expert for DICOM, HL7, FHIR, and related standards, you’ll ensure our systems integrate seamlessly and securely with PACS, RIS, EI, EMR/EHR, and other clinical systems.

You’ll combine deep technical expertise with leadership—guiding junior engineers, influencing cross-functional teams, and representing Hologic in external collaborations and industry forums. This role can sit hybrid in Marlborough, MA or Newark, DE.

• Define and maintain standard connectivity models for Hologic platforms.
• Lead projects in network image management, interpretation workflows, printing, procedure management, and offline storage.
• Ensure compliant, secure integration with hospital IT systems (PACS, RIS, EI, EMR/EHR).
• Provide expert-level input on interoperability requirements and designs for new and existing products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex interoperability issues as a third-tier escalation point; perform root cause analysis and drive corrective actions.
• Build and manage lab environments and tools to improve Connectivity team efficiency.
• Educate internal teams and present technical topics to customers and industry groups.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster strong collaboration with Engineering, Field Service, Clinical Applications, Technical Support, and external vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s in a technical field preferred.
• Typically 8+ years relevant experience with a bachelor’s; 6+ years with a master’s; 3+ years with a PhD.
• Proven experience leading product or process improvements;
  Agile experience a plus.

• Deep knowledge of medical imaging and radiology workflows.
• Strong experience with DICOM (standards, conformance, network services, media exchange) and interoperability.
• Experience with PACS, RIS, EI, EMR/EHR, PMS and related integrations.
• Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, and enterprise imaging workflows (e.g., modality worklist, prior image retrieval).
• Experience with tools such as Mirth/Next Gen or Laurel Bridge Software is a plus.
• Exposure to 510(k)/PMA submissions, HIPAA/GDPR, de-identification, and EHR integration is highly valued.
• Experience with project/requirements tools (e.g., Atlassian, JAMA) is a plus.

• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to explain complex topics to varied audiences.
• Strong collaborator with the ability to lead, influence without authority, and manage vendors.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and project/workload management skills.

We are committed to making Hologic the company where top talent comes to grow. For you to succeed, we want to enable you with the tools and knowledge required and so we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career. We offer a competitive salary and annual bonus scheme, one of our talent partners can discuss this in more detail with you.

If you have the right skills and experience and want to join our team, apply today. We can’t wait to hear from you!

The annualized base salary range for this role is $119,300 - $186,600 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.

Agency and Third-Party Recruiter Notice:

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Hologic, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer inclusive of disability and veterans.

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