Lead Software Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a global healthcare technology team developing next-generation intelligent solutions for Ultrasound Systems. In this role, you'll combine hands-on software engineering with technical leadership, driving architecture decisions, mentoring engineers, and delivering innovative solutions that make a real impact on patient care worldwide.

Your responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, documentation, testing, and verification of complex software modules
• Act as a technical lead for a small team of software engineers, providing guidance and mentoring
• Drive architecture and technical direction for Windows-based applications and integration solutions
• Develop software using C++, C#, WPF, WinForms, COM, AppAPI, Visual Studio, and MSBuild
• Champion engineering best practices including TDD, CI/CD, automated testing, code reviews, coding standards, and documentation
• Lead Agile activities including sprint planning, execution, retrospectives, task breakdown, and validation strategies
• Coordinate with local and international teams, translating requirements into technical solutions and delivery plans
• Provide regular updates on technical progress, risks, and project status to stakeholders and management
• Ensure software quality, maintainability, and compliance within a regulated healthcare environment
• Contribute to projects involving scanner applications, developer tools, streaming clients, Python clients, and software integrations

What we're looking for

• BSc, MSc, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• At least 5 years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong programming skills in C++ and C#
• Hands-on experience with Windows desktop development, including Visual Studio, MSBuild, WPF, and WinForms
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems, pull request-based workflows, automated testing, and technical documentation
• Experience building and integrating DLLs, LIBs, and C-style APIs in Windows environments
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software engineering best practices
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Previous experience mentoring engineers and owning technical delivery
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken

Nice to have

• Experience with WPF, WinForms, MFC, COM, and AppAPI
• Experience with Python and mixed C++/Python applications
• Experience in medical device software development or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of imaging technologies, ultrasound systems, image processing, DICOMWeb, streaming solutions, or archive/viewer workflows
• Experience with AI-powered solutions and AI-assisted development
• German language skills

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid work model (2 office days, 3 home office days)
• Competitive compensation package
• Cafeteria allowance
• Home office support
• Glasses allowance
• Private health insurance
• Parental support programs
• Fitness and wellbeing benefits
• International and collaborative work environment
• The opportunity to shape healthcare technologies used by clinicians worldwide