Job Details

Overview

In these newly created software development leadership roles (2), you will enable Sarnova's/Cardio Partner's technology organization to deliver faster, smarter, and more reliably. By championing Agile practices and engineering standards, you will improve delivery velocity, enhance team collaboration, and ensure technical solutions meet business objectives. Your leadership will directly impact operational efficiency, customer experience, and the modernization of enterprise platforms. This is an exciting position in which you will be building the SW Development and QA teams from scratch.

Cardio Partners, a division of Sarnova, is a national leader in emergency prevention and an ardent advocate in the fight against Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). Cardio Partners offers complete cardiac solutions to our customers including equipment, consultation, end-to-end training, and program management. As an authorized master distributor of all FDA-approved defibrillator devices, the company provides customers the best-in-class value for new and recertified equipment. Customers' emergency preparedness needs are met via Cardio Partners' nationwide CPR training courses and state-of-the-art program management services.

M-TH on-site in Dublin, Fridays remote

Responsibilities

Summary:

As the Software Engineering Manager, you will build and lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering enterprise technology software solutions and driving Agile delivery excellence. This role focuses on engineering leadership, process optimization, and delivery management, leveraging tools such as Jira and Confluence to ensure transparency, collaboration, and predictable outcomes. You will partner with product, business, and technology leaders to align priorities and deliver scalable, secure, and high-quality solutions.

• Drive adoption of Scrum and Agile best practices across engineering teams; facilitate sprint planning, stand‑ups, retrospectives, and release planning
• Own delivery timelines and ensure predictable execution of technology initiatives; and Agile metrics
• Configure and maintain Jira and Confluence for workflow automation, reporting, and documentation; ensure teams use these tools effectively for transparency and collaboration
• Provide technical guidance and leadership for solution design, architecture reviews, and code quality standards
• Partner with product owners, business stakeholders, and QA teams to align priorities and ensure successful delivery of features and integrations
• Analyze delivery metrics (velocity, cycle time, defect rates) and implement process improvements to enhance team performance
• Build and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning
• Work with recruitment team to hire employees; conduct performance reviews
• Identify delivery risks early and implement mitigation strategies; elevate blockers and drive resolution
• Ensure technical documentation and project artifacts are maintained in Confluence for organizational transparency

Skills/Experience Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required
• Minimum 7 years of experience in software engineering and delivery management
• Previous supervisory experience required
• Proven experience leading technical teams in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Strong proficiency with Jira and Confluence for Agile project management and documentation
• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and engineering delivery practices
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; ability to bridge technical and business conversations
• Experience managing complex technology projects with multiple stakeholders
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) preferred
• Experience with microservices architecture and API‑first strategies preferred
• Exposure to eCommerce, enterprise integrations, or SaaS platforms preferred
• Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe, or Agile Coach credentials preferred

Sarnova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) Plan. EEO/M/F/Veterans/Disabled. Our mission is to be the best partner for those who save and improve patients' lives. Excellence in delivering upon our mission is dependent upon having a diverse team that is empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work each day. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, and we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.