Software Development Manager - Merge Hemo

Merge medical imaging solutions, offered by Merative, combine intelligent, scalable imaging workflow tools with deep and broad expertise to help healthcare organizations improve their confidence in patient outcomes and optimize care delivery.
Meet your radiology, cardiology, enterprise imaging needs – on your own terms – with Merge by Merative imaging solutions. Trusted by 6 of the 10 largest U.S. health systems, Merge empowers healthcare organizations with advanced medical imaging solutions to enhance workflows, optimize care delivery, and help improve patient outcomes. Merge’s Imaging Suite, built on a cloud-native foundation, provides solutions for Vendor-Neutral Archive (VNA), PACS, Enterprise Image Viewing and Workflow Orchestration. Merge’s portfolio also includes Best in KLAS Cardiology and Hemodynamic Monitoring, and Digital Pathology.
Merative is seeking a Development Manager / Engineering Manager to lead software engineering for Merge Hemo, a mission‑critical, FDA‑regulated medical device software platform used in cath labs and hospital environments worldwide.
This role combines people leadership, hands‑on technical oversight, Agile delivery, and regulated SDLC execution, with a strong emphasis on modern development practices and Generative AI tooling to improve productivity and quality while maintaining compliance.
Will require onsite presence in Hartland WI few times a month.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Lead and manage a team of software engineers delivering medical device software solutions.

• Own Agile delivery execution, including sprint planning, tracking and on-time delivery.

• Drive end‑to‑end software development lifecycle (SDLC) execution in a regulated environment.

• Provide technical leadership across design, implementation, verification, validation, and sustainment.

• Partner with software architects to ensure scalable, secure, and clinically safe solutions.

• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and medical device standards (IEC 62304, ISO 14971, IEC 62366, FDA cybersecurity guidance).

• Enforce strong documentation, traceability, verification, and audit readiness practices.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Product Management, Quality, Regulatory, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing, Support, and Implementation teams.

• Recruit, mentor, and develop engineers; conduct performance reviews and career coaching.

• Champion responsible use of Generative AI tools (e.g., End-to-end Agentic (Copilot or Claude) pipelines including design, coding, test generation, documentation).

• Balance delivery speed, quality, technical debt, and patient safety priorities.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

• 8+ years of software development experience, including people management.

• Proven experience delivering in a healthcare OR medical device software Or from a regulated environment.

• Strong hands‑on understanding of: 

  • Agile / Scrum development

  • Regulated SDLC and design controls

  • Risk management and verification & validation (V&V)

• Technical depth to credibly guide architecture and design discussions.

• Experience leading cross‑functional teams in complex product environments.

• Hands‑on experience with Generative AI tools supporting development workflows (coding, testing, documentation, defect analysis). 

Nice to Have

• Experience with clinical systems and/or cath lab software.

• HL7 integrations, client/server or on‑prem medical systems experience.

• Experience supporting FDA submissions, audits, inspections, or field actions.

• Prior leadership in AI‑assisted development pipelines.

Why Join Us

• Build software that directly impacts patient care and clinical outcomes.

• Lead a high‑visibility, regulated medical device product.

• Apply modern GenAI‑enabled engineering practices in a safety‑critical environment.

• Collaborate with passionate and experienced engineers, clinicians, and product leaders. 

Compensation

The salary range provided in this job posting is intended to reflect the general market value for the position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific requirements of the role. This range may also be subject to change as market conditions evolve. We encourage open communication throughout the interview process to discuss compensation expectations. For base-salary + commission sales roles, the range represents On-Target Earnings.

Min – Max :

$155,324.00 - $232,986.00 (USD)

Benefits

The benefits described represent the current offerings at our organization, however, benefits are subject to change and may vary by location and employment status.  We strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’ health, wellness, and financial goals.  Please note that benefits may be discussed in more detail during the hiring process.

• Remote first / work from home culture

• Flexible vacation to help you rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones

• Paid leave benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401k retirement savings plan

• Infertility benefits

• Tuition reimbursement, life insurance, EAP – and more!

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