Manager, Firmware Engineering - Bracco Medical Technologies

Bracco Medical Technologies • Eden Prairie, MN

59d • $160,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The Manager, Embedded Firmware Engineering, is a key leadership role responsible for the overall direction, performance, and development of the embedded firmware function within Bracco Medical Technologies’ global portfolio of medical devices. This leader is accountable for ensuring the successful execution of product development programs, meeting customer and regulatory requirements for functionality, quality, and cost, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence. The Manager will drive continuous improvement, champion cross-functional engagement, and ensure clear ownership and accountability for the embedded firmware function across the organization.

Requirements

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• 7+ years of relevant firmware engineering experience, including application development through the full product life cycle.
• 2+ years of project management experience.
• 4+ years of direct or indirect people leadership experience.
• Career experience developing embedded firmware for typical 32-bit microcontroller architectures.
• Proven leadership of an embedded firmware function, including direct responsibility for talent development, performance management, and team engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence outcomes in a matrixed, global organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and balance competing priorities.
• Effective organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated project management, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to empower and inspire others.
• Self-starter with strong initiative and personal accountability.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• 10+ years of experience in medical device or other highly regulated industry.
• Experience managing or leading others in a similar capacity, and/or demonstrated experience working cross-functionally in the engineering environment.
• Experience in medical device or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience managing or leading others in a similar capacity, and/or demonstrated experience working cross-functionally in an engineering environment.
• Worked on projects utilizing agile methods and modern DevOps tools for firmware application delivery and automated testing.
• Experience developing medical devices and familiarity with regulatory standards for medical device firmware (e.g., IEC 62304, 60601, and ISO 13485).
• Experience with project and portfolio management systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for a team of embedded firmware engineers and firmware testers, ensuring alignment with business goals and organizational priorities.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement within the embedded firmware function.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration by actively engaging with Program Management, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and other key stakeholders to ensure integrated product development and successful project execution.
• Partner with project managers to proactively allocate firmware engineering resources, balance competing project priorities, and make timely adjustments across multiple projects to ensure successful delivery and optimal team utilization.
• Identify competencies required to meet engineering and business objectives; recruit and develop a high-performing team with deep functional expertise.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of embedded firmware solutions for new and existing medical device products, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory standards (e.g., UL, FCC, CE, FDA).
• Develop, coach, and mentor team members, supporting their professional growth and ensuring the team possesses the competencies required to meet current and future business objectives.
• Guide the team in the creation of specifications, technical documents, and verification/validation test plans.
• Set clear expectations for team performance, resource allocation, and project delivery, balancing multiple priorities and adapting to changing business needs.
• Ensure key milestones are met and that solutions delivered are of the highest quality possible.
• Model and drive a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, and commitment to quality throughout the organization.
• Celebrate wins and create a working environment that energizes the team and allows them to have fun while taking on challenging assignments.
• As a key liaison between the embedded firmware team and other functional areas, ensure effective communication, alignment, and shared ownership of outcomes.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays & Paid Family Leave – We provide PTO and Company Holidays to help you recharge, relax and do what’s important to you, when it’s important to you. Our 100% paid family leave options for parents, grandparents and eligible family members provide support for growing families as well.
• Achieve – Beyond competitive compensation, we offer options to help you plan for a financially secure future, including an annual incentive plan and 401k savings plan contributions.
• Live well – We offer comprehensive benefit options to help protect you along the way, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer HSA contributions, employee assistance program, short-term disability, etc.
• Evolve – Through structured on-the-job learning, workshops, seminars, and our tuition reimbursement program, you’ll find many opportunities to grow, personally and professionally.
• Choose – You won’t find “stuffy” here—whether your position requires a hybrid or in-the-office working arrangement. That means business casual for your attire and flexibility in your schedule, wherever possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees