Director Software Delivery

Lead the future of medical technology by driving software delivery excellence.

For one of our clients in Mechelen - Belgium, we are looking for a Director Software Delivery to lead the delivery of regulated medical device software within our Technology Centre. This senior leadership role involves defining the customer software roadmap, guiding agile teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

You will drive continuous improvement, oversee governance across the software lifecycle, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies and mitigate risks. Acting as the on-site leader, you will empower Product Owners and Delivery Managers while fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute a customer-centric software platform strategy aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements
• Lead and coach Product Owners and Delivery Managers, strengthening autonomy and delivery excellence
• Drive predictable, high-quality delivery across multiple agile squads
• Manage cross-team dependencies, risks, testing strategies, and CAPA processes
• Champion continuous improvement through customer feedback and delivery metrics
• Build a strong "One Team" culture across global R&D and supporting functions

About You
Essential

• Extensive leadership experience in software delivery within regulated environments
• Strong knowledge of medical device regulations (ISO 13485, IEC 62304, FDA 21 CFR Part 820)
• Deep understanding of Agile and hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct engineering line management
• Experience building and scaling high-performing product and delivery teams
• Solid financial and commercial acumen (budgeting, capacity planning, KPIs)

Desirable

• End-to-end medical device lifecycle experience, including V&V, risk management (ISO 14971), and design controls
• Background in highly regulated industries (medical devices, healthtech, aerospace, pharma)
• Strong experience with PI planning and complex dependency management

Why This Role?

• You lead by empowering others and building trust
• You enjoy balancing product vision, delivery, and regulatory complexity
• You are motivated by team growth, impact, and continuous improvement
• You aspire to grow into senior leadership within a global R&D organisation

Your Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• 40% Home Office
• A challenging position in a future-oriented technology sector with the opportunity to shape the medical technology field
• International work environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Attractive compensation, including a fixed base salary and a fair bonus scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Online fitness programs
• An extensive onboarding and training program
• Individual training and career development opportunities

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Thomas Wenig at t.wenig@proclinical.com.

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