Senior Software Architect

Job Description SummaryThe Point of Care Ultrasound business develops traditional console as well as portable/handheld ultrasound equipment, that is both cost effective and elegant. Our mission is to enable clinicians to confidently assess patient conditions in diverse clinical environments, including at the point of care and in GP offices. Senior Software Architect will be responsible for wing-to-wing execution of technical projects to deliver high quality outcomes to internal and/or external customers.

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

Job Description

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Partner(s) with functional owner to define requirements. 
• Work(s) with technical team internal and external to the initiative to ensure software module is built for scalability, performance, maintainability, and security. Building proof of concepts for frameworks, tools & design evaluation, preparing & presenting design proposals.
• Analyse requirements & develop architecture, technology roadmap for one or more application/product module.
• Guide the team to translate designs into working software, help them by removing technical impediments.
• Responsible for strategy, optimization, and implementation of complex on premise and cloud-based system architectures. Will lead a team of technical resources.

Qualifications/Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or more in Computer Science or in “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
• Minimum of 15+ years of professional experience (OR master’s degree with 10+ years of professional experience)
• Domain/Tech Skills: C++, Qt/QML, Microservices, REST, distributed systems, design patterns, Enterprise Security, Interoperability standards (DICOM, HL7, FHIR). Preferably Healthcare domain
• Proven track record of successful problem definition, decomposition, estimation.
• Provides expertise in Design, Architecture, Development, Continuous Integration and Delivery.
• Leads impact assessment and decision related to technology choices, design /architectural considerations, and implementation strategy.
• Expert in providing oversight, mentoring team members and leading large development efforts. Experienced in effectively delegating work.
• Subject matter expert in processes and methodologies with ability to adapt and improvise in various situations.
• Expert in navigating through ambiguity and prioritizing conflicting asks.
• Expert level skills in design, architecture, and development, with an ability to take a deep dive in the implementation aspects if the situation demands.
• Demonstrates expert level skills in collaboration with different stakeholders, influences decisions, ability to take strategic view.
• Expert in core data structures as well as algorithms and could implement them using language of choice when necessary - as a value offering.
  • Defines and owns coding and design standards, ensures secure development practices, establishes expectations around performance, drives internationalization, and manages CI/CD pipelines.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills; able to present at conferences and explain complex technical problems in simple terms.
• Good knowledge of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design, Software Design Patterns
   
• Proficient in C/C++ tech stack and experience developing products using multi-platform development tech stack like Qt, QML
• Proficient in REST Web Services, Microservice Architecture, Distributed Systems
• Proficient in Mobile Application Development
  Mentor the team to improve technical excellence and eliminate tech debt. Trains and mentors more junior peers in architecture concepts
• Lead system migrations & consolidations, as well as planning for obsolescence and upgrades
• Identify and implement new technologies.
• Identify critical path decisions, make recommendations, and influence program leaders and business process owners to maximize project payback.
• Ability to consult customer on alignment of outcomes and desired technical solutions at an enterprise level.
• Ability to Analyse, design, and develop a software solution roadmap and implementation plan based upon a current vs. future state of the business.
• Able to lead early-stage customer interactions; Guide customers as they develop confidence and comfort with approaches and integrate with their legacy tech investments.
• Good interpersonal skills, including creativity and curiosity with ability to effectively communicate and influence across all organizational levels.
• Quality Specific Goals: 
  • Aware of and comply with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position.
  • Complete all planned Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines. Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required.
  • Ensure compliance/closure of Regulatory and Quality requirements before approving Design Outputs/Program Deliverables
  • Lead continuous improvement activities by driving the implementation of process and product quality improvement initiatives.
  • Responsible for software quality including unit testing and verification of the system. 

Inclusion and Diversity

GE Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

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