Director, Global Software

<div><p><span><span>Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences,<span> </span></span><span>diagnostics</span><span><span> </span>and biotechnology? </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>At<span> </span></span><span>Beckman</span><span><span> </span>Coulter Life Sciences</span><span>, one of<span> </span></span></span><a href="https://danaher.com/our-businesses" target="_blank"><u><span>Danaher’s</span></u></a><span><span><span> </span>15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and<span> </span></span><span>we’re</span><span><span> </span>all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact</span><span>.  </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>You’ll</span><span><span> </span>thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And<span> </span></span><span>by harnessing<span> </span></span><span>Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, we know time is the most critical<span> </span></span><span>facet</span><span><span> </span>in the laboratory today</span><span>:  time</span><span><span> </span>to get life-saving therapies to patients faster; reclaiming time by automating tedious manual workflows; and saving time spent addressing<span> </span></span><span>erroneous</span><span><span> </span>or complex results.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>We are partners in time and accelerate answers to critical questions through the power of automation. We develop innovations for scientists by scientists, with many of our 3,300+ global colleagues coming from the laboratory.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>It’s</span><span><span> </span>all part of our time-tested approach to bringing meaningful innovations at the speed of life since 1935. And<span> </span></span><span>we’re</span><span><span> </span>just beginning.<span> </span></span><span>Working together, let’s put our time and talents together to advance human health for tomorrow.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Learn about the<span> </span></span></span><a href="https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system" target="_blank"><u><span>Danaher Business Syste</span></u><u><span>m</span></u></a><span><span><span> </span>which makes everything possible.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>The</span></span><b><span><span> </span></span><span>Head of Software Engineering</span></b><span><span><span> </span></span></span><span><span>is responsible</span></span><span><span><span> </span></span></span><span><span>for</span><span><span> </span></span><span>leading<span> </span></span><span>the global software engineering organization to deliver innovative, compliant, and scalable solutions that accelerate scientific discovery and transform patient outcomes worldwide.<span> </span></span><span>Drive</span><span><span> </span>technology strategy and execution across multiple geographies, ensuring seamless integration of advanced platforms that enable data-driven insights and competitive advantage for the business</span><span>.</span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>This position<span> </span></span><span>reports to the<span> </span></span></span><b><span>Vice President of R&D</span></b><span><span><span> </span></span><span>and<span> </span></span><span>is part of the<span> </span></span><span>Beckman Life Sciences Research and Development department</span><span><span> </span></span><span>working<span> </span></span><span>r</span><span>emotely</span><span><span> </span></span><span>to cover<span> </span></span><span>multiple regions</span><span>.  </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><div><p><b><span>In this role, you will have the opportunity to:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Define and execute the global software engineering strategy aligned with corporate<span> </span></span><span>objectives</span><span><span> </span>and R&D priorities</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Drive adoption of modern architectures, cloud platforms, AI/ML, and emerging technologies to accelerate life sciences solutions</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Build, lead, and mentor a diverse, high-performing engineering organization across multiple geographies</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle, ensuring quality, scalability, security, and compliance with industry standards</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Partner with R&D, product management, data science, and regulatory teams to deliver integrated solutions</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Governance & Compliance -<span> </span></span><span>Establish</span><span><span> </span>robust processes for cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory compliance in all software products</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Budget & Resource Optimization - Manage global engineering budgets, vendor relationships, and resource allocation to maximize ROI</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>The essential requirements of the job<span> </span></span><span>include: </span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering<span> </span></span><span>and<span> </span></span><span>2</span><span>0</span><span>+<span> </span></span><span>years’ experience<span> </span></span><span>in software engineering</span><span>; or<span> </span></span><span>Master’s/Doctoral<span> degree </span></span><span>with at least<span> </span></span><span>6+</span><span><span> </span>years in a global leadership role</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong understanding of life sciences, healthcare, or regulated industries</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Expertise</span><span><span> </span>in modern software architectures (microservices, cloud-native), DevOps, and data platforms</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Familiarity with compliance frameworks (FDA, HIPAA, GDPR,<span> </span></span><span>GxP</span><span>)</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Experience managing distributed teams across multiple time zones and cultures</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Ability to align technology initiatives with business goals and communicate effectively with executive stakeholders</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Track<span> </span></span><span>record of</span><span><span> </span>driving digital transformation and fostering innovation at scale</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:</span></b><span><span><span> </span></span></span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Ability to travel – </span><span>25</span><span>% domestically and internationally</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><span> </span></div><div></div><div><p><b><span>It would be a plus if you also<span> </span></span><span>possess</span><span><span> </span></span><span>previous</span><span><span> </span>experience in:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Instrument Firmware/Software design and development</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Cloud design and development</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Systems engineering and architecture<span> </span></span><span>expertise</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p></p><p>#LI-KW4</p><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Beckman Coulter Life Sciences</span><span>,</span><span><span> </span></span></span><span><span>a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether<span> </span></span><span>it’s</span><span><span> </span>a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at</span><span><span> </span></span></span><a href="https://leplb1040.upoint.alight.com/ah-angular-afirst-web/#/web/danaher/cp/preauth-home" target="_blank"><u><span>Danaher Benefits Info</span></u></a><span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p><p><span>At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Beckman Coulter Life Sciences can provide.</span></p><p></p><div><p><span><span>The<span> </span></span><span>annual<span> </span></span><span>salary range<span> </span></span><span>for this role is $200,000 - $260,000</span></span><i><span>.</span></i><span><span><span> </span>This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of<span> </span></span><span>possible compensation</span><span><span> </span>for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be<span> </span></span><span>modified</span><span><span> </span>in the future.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>We offer<span> </span></span><span>comprehensive</span><span><span> </span>package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Note: No amount of pay<span> </span></span><span>is considered to be</span><span><span> </span>wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee<span> </span></span><span>remains</span><span><span> </span>in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be<span> </span></span><span>modified</span><span><span> </span>at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.</span></span><span> </span></p></div></div></div><p><span>Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. </span></p><p></p><p><span>For more information, visit </span><a href="http://www.danaher.com/" target="_blank"><span>www.danaher.com</span></a><span>. </span></p><p></p><p><span>Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. </span></p><p></p><p><span>The U.S. EEO posters are available <a href="http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></p><p></p><p><span>We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please <span><span><span>contact:1-202-419-7762</span></span></span> or </span><a href="mailto:applyassistance@danaher.com" target="_blank"><span><span><span><span>applyassistance@danaher.com</span></span></span></span></a><span>.</span></p>

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