Software Architect

Job Description SummaryThis role leads the architecture and development of desktop applications and cluster server solutions for digital ultrasound systems, covering real-time imaging, algorithm engineering, and distributed computing. The candidate must have deep expertise in Qt, WPF, or Electron with strong C++ and/or C# proficiency, plus proven ability to translate clinical workflows into scalable, secure software. Collaboration with clinical and business stakeholders is essential to align technical strategies with business objectives and drive hospital system integration. Requirements include a Master's degree in Science, 10+ years of software development experience, demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams, and familiarity with healthcare standards, cloud platforms, and CI/CD practices.
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Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Define and lead the technical architecture of desktop applications for Digital ultrasound systems, ensuring alignment between technical capabilities and clinical workflow needs.
• Translate ultrasound clinical workflows and business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable desktop software architectures.
• Drive end-to-end architecture decisions across desktop applications, algorithm engineering, backend services, data storage, and deployment pipelines.
• Collaborate with product managers, clinical experts, and business stakeholders to define system requirements, prioritize features, and identify technical enablers for business growth.
• Apply principles of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) and methodologies such as Lean/Agile/XP, CI/CD, Software and Product Security, Scalability, Documentation Practices, Refactoring, and Testing Techniques.
• Design and develop desktop applications for ultrasound imaging, including real-time image acquisition, processing, and display.
• Architect and develop cluster server solutions to support distributed computing, large-scale data storage, and high-performance processing for ultrasound systems.
• Guide and mentor software development teams in best practices for architecture design, code quality, performance optimization, and security.
• Evaluate and recommend technology stacks, frameworks, and tools that align with long-term product vision and business strategy.
• Lead technical due diligence and system integration efforts during hospital deployments and upgrades, while considering business impact and ROI.
• Stay current with industry trends and innovations in medical imaging, ultrasound technology, and AI-enabled clinical workflows, and assess their business applicability.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in software development and architecture.
• Deep expertise in desktop application development using frameworks such as Qt, WPF, or Electron, with strong proficiency in C++ and/or C#.
• Demonstrated experience in ultrasound imaging workflows, including real-time image acquisition, processing, and display in clinical environments.
• Proven track record in algorithm engineering and optimization, with the ability to translate research algorithms into production-ready software.
• Strong experience in cluster server development and distributed systems, including high-performance computing and scalable backend architectures.
• Familiarity with healthcare data standards such as HL7, DICOM, FHIR, and IHE integration profiles.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Alibaba Cloud, AWS, Azure) and containerized deployment (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of mentoring engineering teams and influencing technical strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to work with non-technical stakeholders, understand business objectives, and translate them into technical strategies.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Prior experience in an Agile/XP environment, with a solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and software security best practices.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in building or integrating ultrasound imaging platforms or AI-driven clinical decision support systems.
• Background in healthcare interoperability standards and integration with third-party systems.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese preferred, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a global environment.
• Displays understanding of the project's value proposition for the customer and shows commitment to deliver the best value proposition for the targeted customer.

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