Staff Software Program Manager, On-market Products

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Staff Software Program Manager, On-Market Product (NGS)

Responsibilities:

- Lead and work with the Platform On-Market Core & Extended Team on the Instrument Software Workstream in developing detailed project plans, define scope & goals, create WBS & tasks assignment, changes & resource management, identify key tasks with detailed timelines, identify workstream dependencies, analyze critical paths, and set milestones.
- Form and engage project software extended teams to determine potential risks and have mitigation plans. Develop project effectiveness checks and monitor in conjunction with leadership. Track and report on project KPIs.
- Present project plans and provide regular updates to senior management over the project management lifecycle to manage progress against planned commitments and expectations.
- Work independently to handle multiple projects in parallel and communicate effectively to all levels of the organization.
- Network with internal personnel in a matrixed organization to balance priorities and optimize execution.
- Adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment with shifting demands, working with teams in different time zones. Demonstrate strong leadership to effectively work across teams and functions.

Requirements:

- Product development lifecycles and on-market product management working experience in R&D, Manufacturing Operations, and Software Development organizations; from planning phase to launch and field deployment.
- Working knowledge of software development projects (SW Releases, SW Environment management, SaaS, SW Integration projects) using standard methodologies (SCRUM, SAFe, Kanban, waterfall, hybrid).
- Advanced user of project management tools including Microsoft Project and Office Timeline Pro+ to identify and capture workstream dependencies, determine critical paths, resource loading and schedule optimization.
- Familiar with Atlassian Confluence and JIRA software.
- Demonstrated success as an independent PM, strong in communication, interpersonal skills, and customer focus. Advanced maturity and emotional intelligence, able to negotiate and influence cross-functionally.
- Experience working in a regulated environment and familiar with design controls for the development of medical devices such as 21CFR820.30, ISO 13485:2016, ISO 14971:2019 and IEC 62304:2006.

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree (Computer Science/Engineering, Software/Electrical Engineering), with at least 8 years of MNC working experience in a regulated industry on product development (preferably on Medical Devices) and 2 years of experience managing SW projects.
- 4 years as a project manager, with PMP certification will be a plus.

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