Company Overview
Auxogyn is a privately held company and leader in reproductive health. We provide novel scientific and clinically validated solutions to IVF clinicians and their patients by translating scientific discoveries in early embryo development into clinical tools that improve patient outcome. The company’s flagship product, the Eeva Test, delivers objective information regarding embryo development that IVF clinicians and patients can use to make important treatment decisions.
Auxogyn’s Eeva System is the first and only non-invasive device FDA has cleared to date to aid in embryo selection. Auxogyn received FDA clearance for the Eeva System in June, 2014. The Eeva System also received the CE mark in July 2012, and it is currently available for use in selected countries in the EU and Canada.
Auxogyn is privately held and funded by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Merck Serono Ventures, SR One and TPG Biotech. Follow the company on Twitter @Auxogyn.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for managing, developing and maintaining software through the full life cycle process. S/He must have a proven track record of bringing product to market, which includes design, development, and production. The leader will drive quality, productivity and predictability in all that the team delivers. The successful candidate will be highly experienced in driving complex cross-functional software programs and must excel at effectively collaborating with team members across multiple functions.
Additionally, the candidate must be competent in effective management practices, including team alignment, building a solid management infrastructure and developing a pipeline of both technical and managerial leaders. S/He will also foster a culture of collaboration, initiative, innovation, and business results.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of software development and release – including design, implementation, integration, and verification. Develop processes in support of product quality.
- Collaborate with the cross-functional leadership team to establish the product vision and roadmap.
- Drive the definition of software architecture and selection of technology platform(s). Collaborate with electronics and mechanical engineers to realize the product vision.
- Establish and maintain the software development life cycle process in accordance with IEC 62304 and FDA regulations.
- Develop appropriate software documentation, including specifications, modules, designs, schedules, and test procedures. Deliver the software portion of regulatory submissions.
- May perform hands-on software development including firmware, user interface, data storage and management, communications/networking.
- Recruit, lead, and mentor outstanding software talent. Support, maintain and document software functionality.
- Maintain compliance as required by regulatory bodies and the company’s Quality System.
Preferred Qualifications
Education and/or Job Experience
- B.S. in Computer Science or a related Engineering discipline required, Master’s degree preferred
- 5+ years of leadership experience as a Director or Senior Manager of agile software development teams with more than one company in the medical device or diagnostic field
- 10+ years of overall technology development experience as a software engineer or similar technical hands on position within software development, preferably within the medical device or diagnostic field.
Special Skills, Abilities, and Requirements
- Must have strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in building, or leading teams to build complex software systems in the medical device or diagnostics field.
- Ability to drive multiple, critical initiatives at strategic & tactical levels across the portfolio
- Familiarity working with a diverse technical team including electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and life sciences.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams of software engineers and software test engineersStrong background in software engineering and programming. Track record in object-oriented design and C++. Firmware experience.
- Hands-on development in C#/.NET and/or Java. Experience with web development, cloud-based applications, remote data access, etc. preferred.
- Ability to thrive in a highly-collaborative, fast-paced, team-based environment.
Demonstrated Personal Characteristics
Candidate must be driven to deliver results with the ability to establish rapport, earn trust, and effectively collaborate with others. Essential attributes of the successful candidate is one who:
- Is Action Oriented:
- Motivated by results
- Full of energy when faced with challenges
- Able to make and implement tough decisions
- “Proactive” as opposed to “reactive”
- Deals with Ambiguity:
- Can be flexible and adaptable in a complex, changing environment
- Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty
- Works Collaboratively:
- Practices attentive and active listening
- Has the patience to hear people out and to search for constructive input
- Exemplifies Interpersonal Savvy and Integrity:
- Relates well to all kinds of people—both inside and outside the company
- Builds constructive and effective relationships
- Uses diplomacy and tact
- Adheres to an appropriate set of core values and beliefs
- Always acts with uncompromising integrity
We offer a competitive compensation package including health insurance, stock options and a challenging work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified candidates please send your resume to [email protected].