SVP, Software Engineering

Masimo•Irvine, CA

6d•$272,000 - $370,000•Onsite

About The Position

The SVP, Software Engineering is responsible for defining and leading Masimo’s global software engineering strategy, execution, and organizational capability across all software domains, including embedded systems, cloud platforms, applications, and enterprise systems. This role provides executive leadership over software architecture, development, validation, and delivery, ensuring alignment with business priorities, product innovation, and regulatory requirements. The SVP drives the evolution of scalable, high-quality software solutions, establishes engineering excellence, and builds a high-performing organization to support Masimo’s growth and technology leadership.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in software engineering, including development of complex, high-reliability systems
8+ years of progressive leadership experience, including leading leaders and large, distributed engineering organizations
Deep expertise across multiple software domains, including embedded systems, applications, and cloud technologies
Experience with cloud platforms, data systems, and connected device ecosystems
Proven track record of defining and executing software strategy at an enterprise level
Strong experience in regulated environments, including FDA, 510(k), and quality systems (GMP)
Demonstrated success delivering complex products from concept through commercialization
Experience establishing engineering standards, development processes, and scalable architectures
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical strategy into business impact
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence executive stakeholders
Ability to work onsite Monday-Friday in Irvine, CA
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to interpret technical documents, schematics, and written instructions.
Ability to clearly document technical findings and communicate with cross-functional team members.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field required

Nice To Haves

Experience in medical device, healthcare technology, or physiological monitoring systems
Background in both software and firmware/hardware integration
Experience leading organizations through transformation, scaling, or post-acquisition integration
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a global, multi-layered software engineering organization, including leaders across embedded, platform, application, and systems engineering
Define and execute the enterprise software strategy and roadmap aligned with product, business, and customer needs
Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle, including architecture, design, development, verification, validation, and release to production
Establish and drive engineering standards, best practices, and governance across all software teams to ensure scalability, quality, and consistency
Drive innovation in software technologies, platforms, and architectures to enable next-generation medical device and digital health solutions
Define and drive the enterprise cybersecurity strategy across software platforms, including secure architecture, product security, and regulatory compliance.
Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Algorithm Engineering, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and IT to deliver integrated solutions
Lead the adoption and optimization of modern development methodologies, tools, and frameworks (e.g., Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, cloud-native architectures)
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including FDA, IEC, and global quality standards
Build and scale software platforms and products that enhance customer experience, operational performance, and business differentiation
Identify and implement opportunities for efficiency, cost optimization, and process improvement across the software organization
Serve as the primary software engineering leader interfacing with executive leadership, providing strategic insights and technical direction
Drive organizational design, talent strategy, succession planning, and leadership development across the function
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, partnerships, and external capabilities to advance business objectives
Provide leadership on complex, high-impact technical challenges requiring cross-functional and enterprise-level solutions
Perform other responsibilities as assigned