Senior Engineer, R&D Software Engineer at Johnson &… · Cincinnati

Senior Engineer, R&D Software Engineer Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.  We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.  At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: R&D Product Development Job Sub Function: R&D Software/Systems Engineering Job Category: Scientific/Technology All Job Posting Locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America Job Description: About Surgery Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Engineer, R&D Software Engineer. Remote work options within the United States may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company. Purpose The Senior Engineer, R&D Software Engineer plays a critical role in enabling the continuous evolution of the MedTech R&D product lifecycle and digital thread. This role is responsible for developing and advancing sector-wide processes and digital platforms—including PLM, ALM, CAD, Digital Adoption, and Design Engagement—that serve as the foundation for scalable, data-driven, and increasingly autonomous R&D capabilities. This individual partners cross-functionally to deliver digital solutions that enhance speed, quality, and user experience while ensuring operational stability and supporting future innovation. You Will Be Responsible For Designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining software solutions aligned to the R&D digital thread Enabling and enhancing digital platforms such as PLM, ALM, CAD, and related enterprise tools Leading the design of scalable, future-ready digital solutions across the product lifecycle Partnering across R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT to deliver integrated digital capabilities Driving continuous improvement initiatives and identifying opportunities for automation and data-driven solutions Supporting onboarding, migrations, and adoption of enterprise R&D platforms Writing clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical documentation Delivering technical reports, memoranda, and knowledge-sharing materials Coaching and mentoring junior engineers on processes, tools, and best practices Participating in pilots and exploration of emerging technologies to support innovation Influencing standards, architectures, and engineering practices across business units Operating effectively in ambiguous environments and leading exploratory initiatives Qualifications / Requirements Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field); advanced degree strongly preferred Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in software or systems engineering Solid understanding of product development, New Product Introduction (NPI), and lifecycle R&D processes Hands-on experience with PLM, ALM, CAD, and/or digital thread concepts Experience working with enterprise digital platforms and/or R&D systems Experience working in regulated environments preferred Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, IT) Strong systems thinking, problem-solving skills, and learning agility Demonstrated track record of delivering complex technical solutions and driving measurable outcomes Ability to contribute under general direction while impacting operational goals Willingness to travel domestically up to 10% Preferred Qualifications Experience with automation, advanced data capabilities, or intelligent digital solutions Exposure to global or multi-business environments Demonstrated ability to design scalable and future-ready digital architectures Experience influencing technical standards, frameworks, or best practices across organizations Comfort evaluating and implementing emerging technologies Experience supporting enterprise system adoption and digital transformation initiatives Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Agility Jumps, Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Collaborating, Critical Thinking, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Product Design, Report Writing, Requirements Analysis, Research and Development, SAP Product Lifecycle Management, Scripting Languages, Software Architectures, Software Development Management, Software Engineering Practices, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Technologically Savvy The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $109,000.00 - $174,800.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year