Senior Manager - Software Engineering

Job Description Summary

The Senior Engineering Manager for Compute, Cybersecurity & Serviceability is a critical leadership role responsible for defining strategy, driving execution, and managing the lifecycle of core platform capabilities within the MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Global Software Organization. This leader will establish and scale a high-impact, multidisciplinary engineering team in Waukesha, partnering closely with global stakeholders across engineering, product, and cybersecurity functions.

This team will design, build, and operate a unified compute and software platform spanning operating systems, cybersecurity, and serviceability domains. The platform will serve as the backbone for next-generation MRI systems, enabling software‑defined capabilities, strengthening cybersecurity posture, and accelerating product innovation across the portfolio.

• Build and lead a high‑performing, multidisciplinary engineering team, fostering deep technical expertise, collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth.
• Own people leadership end‑to‑end, including talent acquisition, development, performance management, succession planning, and retention of top engineering talent.
• Own the development and delivery of unified compute platforms across workstation and server platforms (e.g., Host, Data Acquisition, and Image Reconstruction), establishing a scalable, high‑performance foundation across MRI product portfolios.
• Drive service platform modernization by leveraging modern architectures and GenAI‑enabled workflows to improve scalability, efficiency, and serviceability.
• Elevate cybersecurity capabilities by driving secure‑by‑design practices and modern security tool chains to deliver compliant, secure, and resilient product releases.
• Define and execute the platform roadmap for Compute, Operating Systems, Cybersecurity, and Serviceability in close partnership with product management and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Own the full platform lifecycle, balancing new development, sustaining engineering, and continuous innovation to meet the needs of both the installed base and future product generations.
• Deliver platform releases with strong execution discipline, ensuring predictability, quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Establish and evolve modern engineering practices, tooling, and infrastructure to improve delivery speed, automation, and software quality.
• Foster a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and customer focus while driving continuous improvement across the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).
• 6+ years of progressive technology leadership experience within a global product development organization.
• 6+ years of software development experience with a strong understanding of modern engineering practices and software lifecycle management.

Organizational & Operational Expertise

• Minimum of 2 years of experience managing a team of software engineers, including setting priorities, managing performance, coaching employees, and developing talent.
• Proven experience leading end‑to‑end product lifecycle execution, from concept definition and new product introduction through product iteration and sustaining engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in building and scaling platform‑based architectures, delivering reusable solutions that support multiple product lines throughout their lifecycle.
• Proven track record of delivering highly complex programs with predictability and strong execution outcomes, consistently achieving a high do/say ratio.
• Ability to anticipate technology and market trends, champion innovation, and translate emerging opportunities into actionable strategies and roadmap investments.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a demonstrated ability to foster a high‑performance, customer‑centric culture that drives innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Technical Expertise

• Deep expertise in Linux systems and distributed compute architectures, including CPU‑ and GPU‑based platforms.
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