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Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Excited to grow your career?

We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Our people make all the difference in our success.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Technical leader for complex software program(s) and important sub-project(s) with responsibilities for large elements of the product development effort.

• Provide technical leadership, to direct and in-direct reports, with the ability to deep dive into technical issues.

• Lead in the development of project plans and timelines for product delivery. Create Product Development goals which are linked with business priorities and traced to individual engineering responsibilities.

• Accountable in driving decisions between technical teams and with cross functional stakeholders

• Lead technical and design reviews

• Lead technical risk management activities including maintaining technical risk register, driving identification of risk and resolution of those.

• Facilitates team dialogue to identify technical risk, develops mitigation strategies/plans and works to have strategies in place should they be needed.

• Coordinate with R&D functional leaders to develop best-in-class R&D tools, processes & standards within the development platform.

• Drive and lead innovative problem resolution at an accelerated pace.

• Assure technical excellence of the product/project.

• Work in a development environment which supports both organic and inorganic development opportunities.

• Work with cross-functional teams to achieve program goals

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or related field required. Master's degree or PhD preferred.

• At least 10 years of growing responsibility in R&D technical engineering roles or a PhD in a relevant engineering discipline with 3-5 years of industry experience, with extensive, successful experience in product development and a clear understanding of quality management systems.

• In-depth understanding on design control and regulated product development

• Regulated industry experience (FDA, Automotive, Industrial, etc.)

• Familiarity with software development and agile frameworks. Experience in leading agile software teams and relevant certifications are a plus.

• Experience leading a team of multi-disciplinary engineers.

Additional Skills and Abilities

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills required.

• Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration.

• Demonstrated capability for critical thinking and solutioning.

• Willingness to travel up to 20% (domestic and international).

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. 

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At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

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