Manager Software Development & Engineering – Industrial IoT

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Manager Software Development & Engineering – Industrial IoT

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. This vital is key to the day-to-day management and technical advancement of our IoT development team, ensuring that projects are implemented efficiently, aligned with business requirements, and adhere to protocols in software development.

As a core member of our Digital, Technology & Innovation organization, you will collaborate closely with engineers, automation specialists, IT professionals, and operations staff across the globe. Your focus will be on leading and motivating your team through all phases of the software development lifecycle—from requirements gathering and design, to delivery and support—while maintaining a strong culture of communication, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the IoT Development Team: Manage a team of software developers, ensuring that workloads are balanced, project achievements are met, and individual contributors are supported in their professional growth.
• Project Management: Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of industrial IoT projects. Coordinate team activities, manage timelines, and ensure alignment of resources to meet project goals.
• Technical Oversight: Provide guidance on software development standard methodologies, code quality, and fixing. Support the team in implementing features, resolving technical challenges, and adhering to architectural standards.
• Collaboration: Work in partnership with Operations, Quality, Automation, and IT teams, building strong multi-functional relationships to ensure software solutions meet business needs and align with regulatory requirements.
• Requirements Gathering: Engage with collaborators to define project scope, collect user requirements, and translate them into actionable development plans and technical specifications.
• Software Development Lifecycle Management: Monitor all phases of SDLC, from design and build through testing, deployment, and support. Ensure proper documentation, validation protocols, and training materials are developed and maintained.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Champion standards for code quality, data integrity, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance, including GxP and other industry requirements.
• Mentorship & Talent Development: Mentor engineers within the team, fostering their technical growth, collaboration skills, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Incident Management: Act as the primary customer concern point for technical issues affecting the team's work, coordinating incident response and root cause analysis as needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Find opportunities for team and process improvement. Encourage adoption of new tools, technologies, and practices to enhance productivity and code quality.
• Change Management: Support change management initiatives to facilitate the successful adoption of new software systems across industrial sites.
• External Collaboration: Coordinate with contractors, partners, and external vendors engaged in IoT projects, ensuring consistent communication and alignment with internal standards.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree / Master's degree / Bachelor's degree and 8 to 13 years of experience in software development, managing engineering or development teams, preferably in an industrial or IoT environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with industrial automation systems and advanced IoT modules.
• Familiarity with integrating IoT platforms with SCADA, data historians, and enterprise systems.
• Exposure to ISA-95 standards, data lakes, and digital manufacturing initiatives including AI/ML for manufacturing data.
• Experience working with global, matrixed teams and external vendors.
• Professional certifications in IoT, software development, or project management.

Soft Skills

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to clearly articulate technical concepts and foster strong team relationships.
• Teamwork: Collaborative approach to problem solving, with a commitment to building trust and respect within the team and across departments.
• Initiative: Self-motivated, proactive, and enthusiastic about getting results and supporting team success.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and fixing abilities, with attention to detail and a commitment to root cause analysis.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project requirements in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Leadership: Experience mentoring and developing engineering talent, with a passion for building hard-working teams and a culture of continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application, interview, and employment processes. Please contact us to request accommodation.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.