Software Technical Program Manager (Northridge, CA)

Medtronic•Northridge, CA

About The Position

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life Careers That Change Lives The Medtronic Diabetes organization is looking for a Software Technical Program Manager to join our Software Operations Organization to in the defining of priorities for evolving our Shared Services platform as a product by balancing the inputs from internal and external stakeholders. The Software Technical Program Manager will work as the liaison between the system level program management team and the customers of the platform including software product owners, software developers, operations teams, and other business customers. This role is responsible for aligning the software release timelines and version scope to give the team a clear direction and report to the business and customers. We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result —and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive. This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care. In general, the following responsibilities apply for Software Technical Program Manager role. This includes, but is not limited to the following:

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field and 5+ years of Software Engineering, Product Development, or Product/Program Management OR Advanced Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field and 3+ years of Software Engineering, Product Development, or Product Management

Nice To Haves

3+ years’ experience in product management, program management, product development or related field.
Lean Mindset and proven experience around ‘Build, Measure, Learn (repeat)’
Demonstrates ability to problem solve
Team oriented – ability to motivate and work well with diverse, cross-functional teams
Proven ability to influence and negotiate internally and with customers.
Medical device product/industry/technical acumen
Proven ability to work globally
Strong analytical and process skills
Strong project management skills
Ability to work effectively within a matrix environment

Responsibilities

Leads or leverages cross functional teams to evaluate, develop and manage projects for new product development and ongoing lifecycle management of products, processes and therapies.
Lead daily standup sessions for 1 - 2 projects
Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management.
Manages the development and implementation process of a company’s products and services involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing products and processes.
Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports.
Monitors the project from initiation through delivery.
Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.
Communicates with stakeholders, obtains stakeholder engagement to ensure the end products or processes will solve the business problems.

Benefits

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values.
We recognize their contributions.
They share in the success they help to create.
We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)