Director, Software Engineering & AI

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A Day in the Life

The Director – Software & AI is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving software engineering excellence and accelerating AI adoption across the R&D Software & Systems organization. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, AI/ML, data science, and scalable product development, acting as a force multiplier for global operating units.

The leader will define and execute the Software & AI roadmap, establish world-class engineering practices, and build a high-performance organization that delivers scalable, high-quality, and compliant software solutions aligned to global standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Transformation

In partnership with MEIC R&D leader, formulate and drive the Software Excellence & AI strategy and roadmap aligned with enterprise and OU priorities

Lead digital transformation initiatives including automation, AI adoption, and engineering productivity improvements

Translate enterprise AI vision into MEIC AI execution frameworks and scalable AI-enabled delivery models

Establish software excellence frameworks across SDLC, quality, metrics, and governance

2. Engineering Excellence

Drive best-in-class practices in:

Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Agile / SAFe methodologies

DevSecOps, CI/CD, and test automation

Software quality, metrics, and reliability

Ensure delivery of scalable, secure, and high-quality software systems

Define and implement engineering metrics dashboards and continuous improvement programs

3. AI/ML & Digital Innovation

Partner with global & local partners to embed AI into products, processes, and operations

Drive AI/ML, development, and deployment across products and platforms. Drive Fast scalable AI tools within MDT compliance and allowed LLMs

Drive adoption of data science, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled solutions

Oversee end-to-end AI lifecycle (data engineering, modeling, deployment, monitoring)

AI upskilling, Metrics measurement, traceability and reporting along with MEIC cross functional teams

4. Stakeholder Collaboration

Stakeholder Collaboration in partnership with ER&D Leaders at MEIC : Drive AI enabled Digital Engg , SW Engg productivity and automated digital traceability

5. Organization & Talent Leadership

Build and scale a high-performing Software & AI organization

Lead hiring (including Sr. Principal / Distinguished Engineers) and capability development

Drive talent strategy, coaching, and leadership development

Drive Communities of Practice and upskilling programs in AI and software excellence

Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Electronics, AI/Data Science, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Experience

20+ years in software engineering and product development

10+ years in leadership roles managing large, global engineering teams

Proven experience in:

Software product development

AI/ML strategy and deployment

Digital transformation and engineering excellence initiatives

Experience in regulated industries (e.g., MedTech) preferred

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong expertise in software architecture, cloud, and distributed systems

Deep knowledge of AI/ML, data platforms, and large-scale computing

Experience with Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and engineering metrics

Ability to lead large, complex, cross-functional programs

Strong business acumen and stakeholder management

Proven track record in driving innovation and organizational transformation

Differentiating Leadership Expectations

Strategic thinker with ability to influence enterprise-level decisions

“Leader-as-expert” with strong technical depth and architectural judgment

Ability to operate in a matrixed global environment and drive alignment

High ownership with autonomy in decision-making and execution

Physical Job Requirements

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Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.