Principal AWS Solution Architect, Technical Lead - Andover, MA

Michael Page International

Boston, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Architectural Services, Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Corrective Action, Customer Service Software, Delivery Management, DevOps, Documentation, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Healthcare Software, High Availability, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Internet Security, Medical Equipment, Microservices, Needs Assessment, Organ Transplant, Product Lifecycle, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Submissions, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), System Test, Technical Leadership, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing
LOCATION
Boston, MA
POSTED
1 day ago
  • Join a medical device company truly making a difference
  • Excellent base salary & bonus on offer


About Our Client

The company is a commercial-stage publicly traded medical technology company transforming organ transplant therapy for patients worldwide.

Job Description

The successful Hybrid Principal AWS Solution Architect, Technical Lead responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Work with clinical leads and other stakeholders to determine customer needs for regulated digital software applications
  • Elicitate software requirements to support customer needs
  • Develop end-to-end cloud-based solution architecture to monitor and control medical systems
  • Perform software safety risk analysis activities
  • Participate in cybersecurity assessment and ensure a secure architecture and design
  • Contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and documentation of the applications
  • Participate in the development of system test plans and procedures
  • Technically manage software development projects through full product lifecycle
  • Develop and maintain software development procedures per regulatory standards, e.g., FDA guidance, IEC 62304
  • Manage procedures and deliverables for software verification and regulatory submission
  • Address field complaints by determining root cause and implementing corrective actions
  • Support quality audits and the development of FDA submissions

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Principal AWS Solution Architect, Technical Lead will have the following experience:
  • BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 10+ years of related experience in a solutions architecture or equivalent role, with at least 2-3 years focused on developing Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) or Software in a Medical Device (SiMD).
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing highly available, scalable, and secure applications on the AWS cloud.
  • In-depth, hands-on experience with core AWS services, including but not limited to:
    Compute: Lambda, EC2
    Databases: DynamoDB, Aurora
    Data Analytics: Kinesis, S3, Redshift
    Security: IAM, KMS, Cognito
    Application Integration: API Gateway, SQS, SNS, Step Functions
  • Solid understanding of cloud computing principles, the AWS Well-Architected Framework, and modern architectural patterns (e.g., serverless, microservices).
  • Expertise in the regulatory and technical requirements for SaMD development, including quality management systems (ISO 13485) and risk management (ISO 14971).
  • Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, AWS SAM), CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps best practices.
  • Certifications (Preferred): AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional AND/OR AWS Certified Security - Specialty
  • Extensive experience with the full software development lifecycle in a regulated environment.
  • Medical device software development experience with compliance to IEC-62304, IEC-82304, and FDA guidelines is a plus.
  • Great communication


What's on Offer

Compensation details for the Principal AWS Solution Architect, Technical Lead include:
  • A fantastic base salary depending on experience
  • Annual Bonus Target
  • Generous PTO
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Matching 401k Plan


Contact

Joshua Kerslake

Quote job ref

JN-988

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/