Director, Software Program Management

Posted:
9/23/2024, 2:12:49 AM

Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ Redwood City, California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Product

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Who We Are

Join us on our mission to democratize access to the abundance of health information in the human eye! Here at identifeye HEALTH Inc., we’re pioneering a new branch in diagnostics between laboratory medicine and radiology, that will enable regular non-invasive health monitoring for both ocular and systemic diseases. 

We believe in empowering the individual by building approachable and intuitive products to provide personalized health insights to each and every patient. Our products are portable, affordable, easy to use and connected devices for early disease detection and monitoring.

We are born from 4Catalyzer - a rapidly growing health-tech incubator founded by Dr. Jonathan Rothberg, an award-winning scientist and highly successful serial entrepreneur. We are fostering a culture of technical excellence where you have the opportunity to learn, explore and see your ideas come to life. 

Joining identifeye HEALTH is the opportunity to redesign the future of healthcare through the power of technology. We are here to solve real-world problems and maximize global impact, motivated by the idea that our products will change lives, including the ones of people you love.

What We Live By

  • Prioritize the Patient - We make products that remove barriers between quality care and the people who need it 
  • Data-Driven Decisions - We search for the best solutions; objective, backed by data, and optimized for speed, simplicity and scale
  • Support Each Other - We celebrate the ideas and contributions of our teammates and recognize that we can only succeed as a team, and when each person feels heard and valued
  • Simplify - We build intuitive solutions to simplify patient care

What You Will Be Doing

The successful candidate will work closely with talented cross functional team members through the company’s initial product launch, primarily managing the software project delivery and building a scalable infrastructure to support a cadence of regular/frequent feature releases that includes additional product 510(k) launches.

As part of our team, your core responsibilities will include::

  • Project Planning and Execution:
    • Develop detailed software project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation with the functional leads
    • Develop a sustainable, scalable, software lifecycle plan that includes regular software product refreshes while managing customer expectations and relationships
    • Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation through to delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, quality, and on budget
    • Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project success
    • Utilize project planning tools such as Asana, Smartsheet and Jira to manage time resources, budgets, and deliverables effectively
    • Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and best practices in software engineering
  • Team Coordination:
    • Lead and motivate cross-functional teams comprising software developers, data scientists, QA engineers, and product managers
    • Facilitate communication between team members, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment and clarity
  • Stakeholder Management:
    • Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and changes
    • Gather and prioritize stakeholder requirements, ensuring they are accurately reflected in project deliverables
    • Communicate status clearly & succinctly with management and the team using reliable and meaningful metrics
  • Quality and Compliance:
    • Ensure that software development processes adhere to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies, particularly in the context of healthcare and medical devices, e.g., FDA, ISO 13485, IEC 62304
    • Oversee testing and validation processes to ensure software meets functional and performance criteria
  • Continuous Improvement:
    • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance project management efficiency
    • Stay current with industry trends and advancements in AI and healthcare technology
  • Hands-On Contribution: While this role involves complex project and stakeholder management, it will also involve hands-on work to ensure project success. This role is initially an individual contributor role but may expand as the product portfolio/business need grows.

What We Are Looking For

Baseline Skills, Experiences, & Attributes:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree or PMP certification is a plus.
  • 10+ years of experience in software project management, with a focus on AI or healthcare technology.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements for medical devices and healthcare software (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485, IEC 62304, IEC 62366, etc).
  • Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and best practices in software engineering.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Fluency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban). 
  • Proven track record of successfully managing complex software projects and delivering high-quality products.
  • Ability to work onsite in our Redwood City, CA office
  • Willingness to travel up to twice per year to our Guilford, CT office

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of AI technologies and their applications in healthcare.
  • Experience working directly with external stakeholders including advisors and customers, to help translate requests into feature requirements and plans

What We Offer

Anticipated Salary Range: $175,000 to $215,000 annually. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, operational needs, potential employee qualifications and other considerations permitted by law. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, equity and program-specific awards. In addition, we provide a variety of other benefits to employees including but not limited to: 
  • Fully covered medical insurance plan, and dental & vision coverage. As a health-tech company, we place great worth on our team’s well-being.
  • 401(k) plan. Everyone should be encouraged to save for their retirement adventures!
  • Flexible PTO policy and remote/hybrid work arrangements. We believe in taking personal responsibility for managing our own time, workload and results. 
  • Free onsite meals & kitchen stocked with snacks at our office locations.
  • Annual "Improve Your Work Environment" stipend. We support what you need to be your best self when at work!
  • Professional development reimbursement. Let's grow together!
  • More exciting employee perks... but most importantly, the opportunity to build a revolutionary healthcare product and save millions of lives! 

identifeye HEALTH Inc. does not accept agency resumes.

identifeye HEALTH Inc. is an E-Verify and equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.