Senior Product Development Program Manager (Aortic)

TL;DR

Senior Product Development Program Manager (Aortic): Leading the development and launch of the next generation Valiant Thoracic stent graft platform with an accent on strategic program leadership, cross-functional team mobilization, and risk management. Focus on championing product development best practices, overseeing launch readiness, and facilitating governance and decision-making.

Location: Onsite in Santa Rosa, CA or Santa Ana, CA, United States (requires unrestricted U.S. work authorization at time of hire, no sponsorship for this level). Working on-site 4 days per week, less than 10% travel.

Salary: $191,200 - $286,800 USD

Company

Global leader in healthcare technology focused on Structural Heart and Aortic operating unit, developing minimally-invasive solutions for heart valves and aortic aneurysms including TAVR systems and stent grafts.

What you will do

• Lead definition and delivery of program scope, strategy, quality, cost, and schedule aligned with business goals.
• Secure and mobilize cross-functional resources to drive program success.
• Champion product development best practices and oversee commercial launch readiness.
• Lead business reviews and serve as primary liaison for strategic insights.
• Maintain communication and alignment with stakeholders and leadership.
• Foster collaborative, high-performing team environment and manage risks and trade-offs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, math or technical discipline with minimum 7 years of technical work experience, OR advanced degree with 5 years of experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional product development programs.
• Ability to manage program predictability, risks, and stakeholder engagement.

Nice to have

• Experience in highly regulated industry, preferably implantable medical devices.
• Knowledge of product development cycles including clinical and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to coach and mentor engineering team members.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary, hirify.global Incentive Plan (MIP), 401(k) with employer match.
• Health, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, life insurance, long-term disability.
• Paid time off, holidays, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan.
• Employee Assistance Program, global well-being program, flexible benefits.
• Inclusive culture emphasizing innovation, diversity, professional growth, and cross-functional collaboration.