Project Manager, R&D

Baxter International Inc.•Skaneateles, NY

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Program Manager within Baxter's Connected Care R&D organization, your contributions directly influence patient outcomes and the reliability of software-enabled medical devices. You will lead cross-functional teams through complex development cycles, coordinating with engineering, quality, and regulatory partners to drive the delivery of Baxter’s next-generation software medical device platform. This role requires individuals motivated by meaningful impact, energized by teamwork, and skilled at influencing others to achieve outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Engineering (preferred) with 8+ years experience, or Master’s with 5+ years.
3+ years leading cross‑functional projects, ideally in software or regulated medical devices.
Strong command of SDLC, Quality Systems, and Agile project management.
Experience managing full product lifecycles — discovery through launch and sustaining.
Familiarity with FDA regulatory pathways (e.g., 510(k), combination products).
Proven ability to drive execution, manage scope, and proactively mitigate risks.
Excellent communication and presentation skills across technical and leadership audiences.
A self‑starter who thrives in fast‑moving environments and challenges assumptions to drive decisions.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Responsibilities

Provide business and technical leadership for one or more software-focused R&D projects within Connected Care.
Lead teams in defining project strategies, establishing goals, and ensuring project scope is clearly defined and controlled.
Oversee the end‑to‑end lifecycle of a software medical device product from discovery through requirements, development, verification, launch, and sustaining.
Engage regularly with all levels of management to ensure clear communication across teams and collaborators.
Guarantee identification and communication of project risks; develop mitigation plans and guide teams in proactive risk management.
Foresee potential conflict scenarios and drive resolutions that support mutually beneficial outcomes.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Collaborate with other program managers to ensure successful launch of new products, including first‑time 510(k) submissions.
Hold teams accountable for execution, schedule adherence, and delivery of project commitments.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Paid holidays
Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
Family and medical leaves of absence
Paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits