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Apply to JobJob ID256538BRPosition TitleLead Expert Software DevelopmentJob DescriptionDigital and Data have become a major focus at Novartis as we will deploy cutting edge science such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Algorithm for the pursuit of next generation Digital Health Technologies. As part of the Novartis wide digital initiative, we are currently recruiting for a Lead Expert Software Development who will be responsible for leading upcoming SaMD (Software as Medical Devices) projects.



Working in a cross-functional team you will be involved in early phase development activities, the management and monitoring of software development at our external partners, and the commercialization and maintenance of overall life cycle management as legal manufacturer.



In addition to outstanding project management and interpersonal skills, a proven background in software development and lifecycle management, as well as the use and implementation of platform technologies, is crucial for this role. You will also play a critical role in the support and sustainable expansion of the SaMD area.



Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Technical leadership for the software development of mobile and/or web applications classified as SaMD

• Providing software/systems life cycle expertise within a broader cross-functional drug product development team

• Planning and monitoring of design verification and validation activities

• Leading the collaboration with external development partners; support supplier selection, auditing and approval; elaboration of development plans and contracts for upcoming projects; monitoring work progress according to planMinimum requirementsWhat you’ll bring to the role:

Education: MSc/MA in computer science or relevant field

Languages: Fluency in English language incl. technical writing



• Project / program management of complex projects with significant experience of working with safety critical applications

• Excellent understanding of the current Agile development methods and technologies

• Experience in designing innovative software and systems architectures

• Excellent understanding of software design and programming principles as well as in overall verification strategies, including test set-up and test automation

• Proven communication and stakeholder management skills

• Collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary project teams

• Risk management, technical documentation (Design Controls)



Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in regulated environment and using a Systems Engineering approach

• German language skills



WHY CONSIDER NOVARTIS?



817 million. That’s how many lives our products touched in 2018. And while we’re proud of that, in this world of digital and technological transformation, we must also ask ourselves this: how can we continue to improve and extend even more people’s lives?



We believe the answers are found when curious, courageous and collaborative people like you are empowered to ask new questions, make bolder decisions and take smarter risks.



We are Novartis. Join us and help reimagine medicine.DivisionGlobal Drug DevelopmentBusiness UnitTECHNICAL R & D GDDLocationSwitzerlandSiteBaselCompany/Legal EntityNovartis Pharma AGFunctional AreaResearch & DevelopmentJob TypeFull TimeEmployment TypeRegular

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