Sr PD Program Manager

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 25 Sep 2026   Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact. A Day in the Life                     At Medtronic Neuroscience , we are redefining what is possible in neurological and spinal care, bringing together innovation, expertise, and partnership to improve lives around the world. Medtronic Neuromodulation delivers therapies that address complex neurological and chronic pain conditions through a portfolio that includes Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Pain Interventions, Interventional Therapies, and Visualase. By combining clinical expertise with advanced technology, we help patients find relief, restore function, and live with confidence. Check us out on LinkedIn: Medtronic Brain Modulation and Pain Interventions This position is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota and is an onsite role. Travel up to 20% may be required to support program execution, stakeholder engagement, and business objectives. Job Description field As a Senior Product Development Program Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams through all phases of product development, from concept and design through manufacturing readiness, product launch, and commercialization. This role is responsible for driving program execution, aligning stakeholders, managing risks, and ensuring delivery of strategic business and product objectives within the Neuromodulation portfolio.

Lead cross-functional core teams to execute product development programs from concept through commercialization. Develop and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource strategies to achieve business objectives. Drive alignment across Research and Development, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical, Operations, Marketing, and Supply Chain functions. Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, issues, and dependencies while ensuring timely escalation and resolution. Provide leadership and direction through design, verification, validation, manufacturing process characterization, and production ramp activities. Monitor program performance using established metrics and communicate status, risks, and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with Medtronic quality systems, design controls, and applicable regulatory requirements throughout program execution. Support strategic portfolio planning and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance development effectiveness and predictability.

Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience in program management, project management, product development, engineering, or a related medical device discipline; OR Advanced degree and 5+ years of relevant experience. Experience leading cross-functional teams through multiple phases of product development and commercialization. Experience managing complex programs involving schedule, budget, resource planning, and risk management. Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive execution across multiple functional organizations. Ability to travel up to 20%.

Experience within the medical device, biotechnology, healthcare technology, or regulated product development industry. Experience leading New Product Development (NPD) programs from concept through commercial launch. Knowledge of design controls, quality systems, and product development processes within a regulated environment. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent program