Manager, Software Engineering - Mobile

Tandem Diabetes Care

2d • Remote

About The Position

GROW WITH US: Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take the “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry. STAY AWESOME: Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology — an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we’re so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com A DAY IN THE LIFE: The Manager, SW Engineering - Mobile plays a pivotal role in our mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions for diabetes management. The manager will lead teams of software engineers responsible for developing the user experience for Tandem’s mobile applications while we expand our reach to the international market. This is a high impact role that requires technical expertise in mobile platforms (Android and iOS), working cross functionally with technical product management, project management, system, and other departments necessary to produce safety critical features. You will have accountability for the overall performance and results of a software team within the mobile department. You will contribute to high level planning and will evaluate the results of research and development projects to assure accomplishment of technical objectives.

Requirements

• Strong background in software development; medical device or healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Expertise in UI technology on Android and iOS platforms using Kotlin and Swift.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, including FDA, IEC, and ISO standards.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and medical device software development standards.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and mentoring software engineering teams.
• Ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Knowledgeable with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) methodology.
• Strong proficiency with software development tools such as JIRA and Git.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Skilled at effectively communicating department or area issues and results within and across functional areas and conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or timelines.
• Able to gain cooperation of others.
• Skilled at effectively leading a cooperative team effort and organizing resources to achieve team goals.
• Able to make and prioritize process and resource decisions based on overall team needs.
• Strong project management, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, or related field or combination of equivalent education and years of applicable work experience.
• 7+ years of software development experience combining:
• 3+ years management experience leading a software engineering team.
• Mobile application product launch and sustainment experience.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced coursework/master’s in software engineering, MBA, professional license, or certificate preferred.
• Medical device industry or related area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads and inspires a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Leads and manages a team of external software engineers and provides clear guidance to produce desired results.
• Sets clear annual goals and expectations and provides mentorship and guidance to team members.
• Conducts performance evaluations, offers constructive feedback, and promotes professional growth.
• Provides appropriate merit recommendations, and promotion candidacy for all eligible team members.
• Works collaboratively with mobile management to achieve team goals and company objectives.
• Manages teams that plan, design, and develop the user experience of mobile software on Android and iOS that connects with Tandem Insulin pumps.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including hardware, firmware, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless interoperability.
• Stays up to date with industry advancements and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Manages project timelines, resource allocation, and budgets to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Identifies risks and proactively develops mitigation strategies.
• Monitors and reports on project progress to stakeholders.
• Maintains a focus on software quality, regulatory compliance, and best practices.
• Oversees testing, validation, and verification activities to ensure the reliability and accuracy of mobile development.
• Promotes a culture of quality and regulatory compliance within the software engineering team.
• Organizes training programs and workshops to educate team members on relevant quality standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Ensures that all software components meet regulatory requirements, such as FDA guidelines, IEC standards, and ISO standards.
• Assists in the preparation of documentation for regulatory submissions.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, including Privacy/HIPAA, and other legal and regulatory requirements.
• Drives process improvements and the adoption of agile methodologies to enhance team efficiency and product quality.
• Promotes a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the engineering team.
• Works with senior leadership to determine long term product, skill, and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision available your first day, as well as health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts.
• You’ll also receive 11 paid holidays per year, a minimum of 20 days of paid time off (with accrual starting on day 1) and you will have access to a 401k plan with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager