About the Role
3 days onsite – hybrid schedule (flexible)
We are seeking a Software Development Director to lead global software R&D teams within the Productivity Solutions Division. This role manages a distributed organization, including direct reports, an international supervisor, and offshore vendor teams.
You will drive the delivery of software solutions for regulated life sciences applications, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with business priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead global teams, including direct reports, managers, offshore teams, and external vendors
Oversee full software development lifecycle across multiple concurrent projects
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including ISO 13485 (required)
Drive Design Control processes, product lifecycle management, and quality outcomes
Manage resources, budgets, and vendor relationships
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders across software, genomics, and pathology domains
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical or scientific field
10+ years of product development experience (software and/or hardware)
7+ years of leadership experience managing global, distributed teams
Strong background in software R&D and delivery in regulated environments
Direct experience with ISO 13485 and medical device quality systems (required)
Domain knowledge in genomics, pathology, or life sciences preferred
Experience managing offshore teams, contractors, and vendors
Key Skills
Proven leadership of global, multi-layered teams (including managers and vendors)
Strong program management across multiple projects
Ability to operate in regulated environments and drive compliance
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Focus on execution, quality, and continuous improvement
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least June 30, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $213,696.00 - $333,900.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: R&DSkills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant technical or scientific field
- 10+ years of product development experience (software and/or hardware)
- 7+ years of leadership experience managing global, distributed teams
- Direct experience with ISO 13485 and medical device quality systems
- Strong background in software R&D and delivery in regulated environments
- Experience managing offshore teams, contractors, and vendors
- Experience with Design Control processes and product lifecycle management
- Strong program management across multiple concurrent projects
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Domain knowledge in genomics, pathology, or life sciences
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Retirement Support — The core U.S. package highlights a generous 401(k) match as a strength. Retirement programs are positioned as competitive within the company’s total rewards.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount provides accessible equity and augments total compensation. Ownership opportunities are presented as a notable advantage alongside retirement benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off, company holidays, a personal holiday, and paid volunteer time create a broad leave offering. Time off can accrue into multiple weeks in the first year, supporting flexibility.
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Analytical scientists and clinical researchers worldwide rely on Agilent to help fulfill their most complex laboratory demands. Our instruments, software, services and consumables address the full range of scientific and laboratory management needs—so our customers can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Whether a laboratory is engaged in environmental testing, academic research, medical diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals or food testing, Agilent provides laboratory solutions to meet their full spectrum of needs. We work closely with customers to help address global trends that impact human health and the environment, and to anticipate future scientific needs. Our solutions improve the efficiency of the entire laboratory, from sample prep to data interpretation and management. Customers trust Agilent for solutions that enable insights...for a better world.
