Director, R&D Software Engineering – Clinical Platforms & Modernization

At Clario, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, we transform lives by unlocking better evidence. We are seeking a talented and motivated Director of Software Engineering to join our R&D Software Engineering organization. In this role, you will provide accountable leadership for our established product platforms, drive stability and modernization across legacy systems, and help deliver reliable solutions that improve clinical research and patient lives globally. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. What We Offer United States Competitive compensation Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning Day 1 Flexible work schedules Attractive PTO package Remote and hybrid work options Canada Competitive compensation Comprehensive health and dental benefits Flexible work arrangements Generous PTO package Career development and growth opportunities What You'll Be Doing Lead multiple engineering teams responsible for the delivery, maintenance, and evolution of established software platforms, ensuring reliability, performance, and scalability Drive modernization of legacy systems, including improvements to architecture, code quality, and development practices Take ownership of R&D oversight of new acquisitions Establish and enforce engineering standards, governance, and best practices across teams Promote the effective use of AI-assisted development tools (e.g., code generation, testing, and productivity tools) to improve engineering efficiency, code quality, and developer experience Maintain a hands-on leadership approach (~20%), providing architectural guidance, technical oversight, and mentorship Partner with Product Management and stakeholders to prioritize initiatives that balance modernization, technical debt reduction, and operational stability Oversee software testing strategies and quality practices, ensuring high standards for reliability, compliance, and performance Ensure changes to legacy platforms maintain regulatory compliance and validated-system integrity throughout the software lifecycle Identify and remove delivery bottlenecks, improving team velocity and cross-functional collaboration Partner with Product to evaluate platform lifecycle decisions, including consolidation, refactoring, or retirement of legacy components Ensure effective resource planning, team structure, and capability development to meet evolving business needs Lead, coach, and develop engineering managers and senior engineers, building a strong and sustainable organization What We Look For Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with 5+ years in engineering leadership roles. Proven expertise in leading engineering teams supporting established/legacy software platforms Demonstrated ability to modernize legacy systems while maintaining operational stability and compliance Significant experience in healthcare, life sciences, medical imaging, clinical technology, medical devices, or another highly regulated technology environment is strongly preferred. Experience with medical imaging platforms, healthcare workflows, clinical systems, or related technologies is highly desirable. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience partnering across Product, Quality, and Engineering Ability to work effectively in a Remote/Hybrid environment (US or Canada) At Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It's a cause that unites and inspires us. It's why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought, backgrounds, and experiences drives innovation and success.

Lead multiple engineering teams in the delivery and evolution of established software platforms while driving the modernization of legacy systems. Provide technical oversight and architectural guidance to ensure reliability, scalability, and regulatory compliance in a clinical research environment.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering with over 10 years of software engineering experience, including 5+ years in leadership. Strong preference for candidates with experience in highly regulated environments such as healthcare, life sciences, or medical devices.

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible work schedules • Paid time off • Remote and hybrid work options • Career development and growth opportunities

• SoftwarePreferred
• TechnicalPreferred
• ReliabilityPreferred
• Regulatory CompliancePreferred
• CollaborationPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred
• TeamsPreferred
• CompliancePreferred
• AI-assisted developmentPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• DevelopmentPreferred
• FlexiblePreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Software Engineering Leadership
• Legacy System Modernization
• Software Architecture
• Regulatory Compliance
• AI-assisted Development
• Resource Planning
• Technical Mentorship
• Stakeholder Management
• Software Testing Strategies
• Clinical Technology
• Medical Imaging Platforms
• Healthcare Workflows

• Software
• Management & Leadership
• Healthcare
• Engineering
• Technology

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Director