Program Manager (R&D)

Location: Hybrid role based at the corporate headquarters in Del Mar, California, with in-office work 2–3 days per week. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Salary: $120,000–$150,000 annually, plus bonus and benefits.

Company

A medical technology company developing insulin delivery systems and connected products for people living with diabetes.

What you will do

• Lead cross-functional core teams through concept, development, commercialization, and design-change activities.
• Plan and manage software and system-level projects, including scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and project metrics.
• Drive execution through phase-gate product development and ensure compliance with Design Control procedures.
• Coordinate with program management, project management, functional leaders, manufacturing, marketing, and external partners.
• Present project status, risks, priorities, and resource needs to management and executive stakeholders.
• Lead process-improvement initiatives focused on product development, resource allocation, design controls, efficiency, and compliance.

Requirements

• Demonstrated success working in complex matrixed organizations and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience leading project teams, managing priorities and resources, and delivering against schedules and business objectives.
• Proficiency with project management tools, including planning, scheduling, task management, resource allocation, and collaboration software.
• Advanced Microsoft Office expertise, including Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
• Experience with Engineering Change Orders, documentation, review processes, Agile/Scrum, and product development.
• Knowledge of medical device development practices, Design Controls, risk management, quality systems, and applicable software standards.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• PMP certification or willingness to pursue it, and Scrum certification.
• At least four years of experience managing projects in FDA-regulated, ISO 14971-certified, or medical device environments.
• Experience managing products from inception through post-market sustaining using a phase-gate methodology.
• Experience with diabetes-related solutions and standards such as IEC 62304.

Culture & Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits available from the first day.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• At least 20 paid days off and 11 paid holidays annually.
• 401(k) plan with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Inclusive workplace focused on innovation, personal growth, collaboration, and employee well-being.

Hiring process

• Employment is contingent on a pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Background screening may include a review of criminal history because the role involves confidential and protected health information.