Director, Software Engineering at Danaher Corporation

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Danaher Corporation Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Diagnostics, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum 15 years of software development experience including embedded, application, and cloud technologies; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required
  • Minimum 4 years of direct managerial experience leading software and technical engineering teams in a regulated industry
  • Proven track record of delivering software products for medical instruments within FDA, ISO, or equivalent regulatory frameworks
  • Demonstrated proficiency in driving cross-functional collaboration across global teams to execute software application roadmaps
  • Experience applying customer feedback to improve product design and software functionality in commercial or clinical environments
  • Led structured improvement initiatives using DBS or similar operational excellence frameworks to enhance software development outcomes
  • Oversaw large-scale software programs with measurable performance metrics, including team productivity, delivery timelines, and compliance adherence

Responsibilities

  • Define and align business cases and product feature requirements for GX Product Software in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders using structured product management frameworks
  • Lead development and timely delivery of GX instrument software applications using Agile and Lean methodologies, ensuring sprint velocity and release cadence targets are met
  • Develop and implement SOPs, execution models, and software lifecycle processes aligned with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 compliance standards
  • Manage resource capacity planning and recruitment pipelines to maintain a minimum 90% team utilization rate and fill critical software engineering roles within 60 days
  • Drive engineering excellence through deployment of Danaher Business System (DBS) tools and measurable process improvement initiatives across software development teams
  • Provide technical mentorship and execution oversight to cross-functional leaders, ensuring milestone adherence and defect resolution rates meet quarterly targets
  • Oversee integration of GX software features with internal and external systems, maintaining compatibility with instrument firmware, cloud platforms, and LIMS interfaces

Skills

Software Engineering
Agile
Lean
ISO 13485
FDA 21 CFR Part 820
Danaher Business System
Product Management
Resource Planning
Team Leadership
Software Architecture
SOP Development
Sprint Velocity

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1969Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.
Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.
Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.
The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.
Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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