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Director, Design Quality
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.. Lead, develop, and resource Design Quality Engineering teams across hardware and software disciplines .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Design Quality Engineering, including leadership in design controls, risk management, and compliance with FDA and international medical device standards. Proven ability to foster a collaborative quality culture while managing cross-functional teams and driving quality improvement initiatives.
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Design ControlsRisk ManagementFDA ComplianceQuality Management SystemLeadership Development
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Hard Skills
Design Quality EngineeringRisk ManagementSoftware Development LifecycleCybersecurityMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringEmbedded SoftwareApplication SoftwareAI-Based DevicesWearable Medical Devices
Soft Skills
CollaborationRelationship BuildingCoachingTrust BuildingLeadership
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeISO 13485ISO 14971IEC 62304IEC 82304IEC 62366EU MDR
Industry Keywords
Medical Device Standards21 CFR Part 820SaMDQuality MetricsRegulatory Interactions
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead, develop, and resource Design Quality Engineering teams across hardware and software disciplines
- Provide leadership oversight of design controls, design transfer, risk management, verification and validation, human factors, and product lifecycle activities
- Partner with cross-functional leaders to establish quality strategies, requirements, decision points, and escalation paths
- Improve design-related Quality Management System processes, metrics, and governance
- Apply complaint, field-performance, and post-market data to identify product risks and prevent recurrence
- Represent Design Quality during FDA inspections, Notified Body audits, regulatory interactions, and executive management reviews
- Ensure compliance with FDA requirements, international regulations, and medical-device standards
- Build and nurture a collaborative, patient- and customer-focused quality culture
- Recruit, coach, and develop leaders and teams, including succession planning and capability development
- Report quality risks, performance, resources, and improvement priorities to executive leadership
- Perform other assignments as directed by management
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum of 15 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; related experience includes medical/science/healthcare field; or equivalent
- At least 5 years of experience in a management position with direct reports
- Expert-level knowledge of Design Controls, Critical-to-Quality strategies, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, and related disciplines
- Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering in the development of complex devices
- Knowledge of software development lifecycle, including embedded software and firmware, application software, and analytics
- Experience with software quality for mobile device apps and remote installation is a plus
- Capacity to collaborate and build positive relationships and trust with cross-disciplinary audiences
- Experience with AI-based devices, SaMD, and/or wearable medical devices preferred
- Master’s or advanced degree preferred
- Knowledge of FDA requirements, 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, IEC 82304, IEC 62366, EU MDR, and other applicable international regulations and standards
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on the first day
- Paid holidays
- PTO
- 401K with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid parental leave
- Pet insurance discount
- Cultural Committee/Charity events
- Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures