SVP, Software Engineering

Job Summary:

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.

Duties & 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.

Language requirements:

• 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.

Compensation: 

The anticipated salary range for this position is $272,000 - $370k plus benefits. Actual placement within this range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, and experience. This position also qualifies for up to 35% annual bonus based on company, department, and individual performance. 

Physical requirements/Work Environment: 

This position primarily works in an office environment and requires frequent sitting, standing, and walking. Daily use of a computer and other digital devices is required. This role may require standing for extended periods when facilitating meetings or walking through facilities.

The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described.