Software Engineering Program Manager – Cardiac Ablation Solutions

Medtronic

. Lead software engineering teams responsible for architecture, design, development, testing, and sustaining activities for complex medical device software .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $142,400 - $213,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading software engineering teams for medical device software development, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and IEC-62304 standards. Proficient in project management, risk management, and applying Agile methodologies to drive continuous improvement and successful product delivery.

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Medical Product Software DevelopmentIEC-62304 ComplianceAgile MethodologiesProgram ManagementCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentRisk ManagementDefect ResolutionEffort EstimationTechnical PlanningSoftware Lifecycle ProcessesConfiguration ManagementData VisualizationReal-Time Performance SystemsHardware Integration

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem SolvingCollaborationInfluencing SkillsStrong Work Ethic

Tools & Technologies

Engineering Management ToolsDocumentation PracticesContinuous Improvement Processes

Industry Keywords

FDA GuidanceRegulatory RequirementsProduct DevelopmentProcess ImprovementUnrestricted U.S. Work Authorization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead software engineering teams responsible for architecture, design, development, testing, and sustaining activities for complex medical device software
Work with the development team to plan and execute release milestones, risk management, defect resolution, and continuous improvement
Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions for current and future product releases
Define, plan, organize, and coordinate software development deliverables across multiple sites in accordance with FDA and other regulatory requirements
Lead forecasting, effort estimation, resource planning, technical planning, execution, and release activities
Manage predictable project schedules and budgets
Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing industry-standard software engineering development processes
Apply software development methodologies, including Agile practices, to improve execution, collaboration, and delivery across the organization
Contribute to product strategy through project/product planning, roadmap input, and tradeoff analysis
Provide regular status updates for management and cross-functional review

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, OR an Advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of medical product software development, IEC-62304, and FDA guidance, or experience in other highly regulated environments
Program Management experience in a technical discipline or relevant software engineering experience
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required
Detailed skill in organizing work for unstructured problems or execution tasks
Ability to effectively interface and influence employees at different organizational levels
Strength in working with cross-functional teams across facilities to solve problems
Strong understanding of good documentation practices, software lifecycle processes, configuration management, and commonly used engineering management tools
Record of success in leading product development and/or process improvement projects
Ability to work with Quality, Regulatory, Systems, Test, and other engineering partners to ensure software deliverables meet product, compliance, and business needs
Experience leading teams that develop complex software systems involving real-time performance, hardware integration, data visualization, or distributed system components
Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial drive
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to travel as needed
Roles below the Principal level require unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
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)
Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law
Employee Stock Purchase Plan for temporary employees