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A Day in the Life

The Director – Software & AI is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving software engineering excellence and accelerating AI adoption across the R&D Software & Systems organization. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, AI/ML, data science, and scalable product development, acting as a force multiplier for global operating units.
The leader will define and execute the Software & AI roadmap, establish world-class engineering practices, and build a high-performance organization that delivers scalable, high-quality, and compliant software solutions aligned to global standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Transformation

• In partnership with MEIC R&D leader, formulate and drive the Software Excellence & AI strategy and roadmap aligned with enterprise and OU priorities
• Lead digital transformation initiatives including automation, AI adoption, and engineering productivity improvements
• Translate enterprise AI vision into MEIC AI execution frameworks and scalable AI-enabled delivery models
• Establish software excellence frameworks across SDLC, quality, metrics, and governance

2. Engineering Excellence

• Drive best-in-class practices in:
  • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Agile / SAFe methodologies
  • DevSecOps, CI/CD, and test automation
  • Software quality, metrics, and reliability
• Ensure delivery of scalable, secure, and high-quality software systems
• Define and implement engineering metrics dashboards and continuous improvement programs

3. AI/ML & Digital Innovation

• Partner with global & local partners to embed AI into products, processes, and operations
• Drive AI/ML, development, and deployment across products and platforms. Drive Fast scalable AI tools within MDT compliance and allowed LLMs
• Drive adoption of data science, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled solutions
• Oversee end-to-end AI lifecycle (data engineering, modeling, deployment, monitoring)
• AI upskilling, Metrics measurement, traceability and reporting along with MEIC cross functional teams

4. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Stakeholder Collaboration in partnership with ER&D Leaders at MEIC : Drive AI enabled Digital Engg , SW Engg productivity and automated digital traceability

5. Organization & Talent Leadership

• Build and scale a high-performing Software & AI organization
• Lead hiring (including Sr. Principal / Distinguished Engineers) and capability development
• Drive talent strategy, coaching, and leadership development
• Drive Communities of Practice and upskilling programs in AI and software excellence
• Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Electronics, AI/Data Science, or related field
• Master’s degree preferred

Experience

• 20+ years in software engineering and product development
• 10+ years in leadership roles managing large, global engineering teams
• Proven experience in:
  • Software product development
  • AI/ML strategy and deployment
  • Digital transformation and engineering excellence initiatives
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., MedTech) preferred

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in software architecture, cloud, and distributed systems
• Deep knowledge of AI/ML, data platforms, and large-scale computing
• Experience with Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and engineering metrics
• Ability to lead large, complex, cross-functional programs
• Strong business acumen and stakeholder management
• Proven track record in driving innovation and organizational transformation

Differentiating Leadership Expectations

• Strategic thinker with ability to influence enterprise-level decisions
• “Leader-as-expert” with strong technical depth and architectural judgment
• Ability to operate in a matrixed global environment and drive alignment
• High ownership with autonomy in decision-making and execution

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