Senior R&D Project Manager (M/F/D)

Agilent Technologies, Inc.; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Agilent Technologies Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex cross‑functional product development projects spanning software and hardware in the Cell and Biomolecular Analysis Division.

You will drive execution from concept to commercialization while aligning with business objectives and quality standards, coordinating multidisciplinary teams across software, hardware, firmware, and operations.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in product development.
• Proven experience managing software development projects.
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary product development projects.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies, tools and best practices.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Excellent leadership, influencing and communication skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English.

Aufgaben

• Lead and manage complex new product development and product enhancement projects across software, hardware, verification, regulatory, and commercialization activities.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans; balance scope, schedule, quality, cost, and risk.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams across software, hardware, firmware, systems engineering, scientific, regulatory, manufacturing, operations, marketing and service.
• Establish governance structures and reporting; identify risks and dependencies; present status and mitigation plans.
• Drive continuous improvement through PMO initiatives and process enhancements.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Problem-solving

PMP certification

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description The Senior Project Manager leads complex cross-functional product development projects involving both software and hardware engineering teams in the Cell and Biomolecular Analysis Division. This role is responsible for driving project execution from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technical requirements and quality standards. The successful candidate brings strong project leadership experience within complex product development environments and is comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams across software, hardware, firmware, systems engineering, scientific, and operational functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage complex new product development and product enhancement projects. Develop and maintain integrated project plans covering software, hardware, verification, regulatory, and commercialization activities. Drive project execution while balancing scope, schedule, quality, cost, and risk. Ensure alignment of project objectives with strategic business priorities.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Scientific, Quality, Regulatory, Product Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Marketing, and Service teams. Ensure alignment of development schedules, integration activities, verification plans, and release readiness. Facilitate effective communication and decision‑making across global, cross‑functional teams. Resolve project issues and remove barriers to execution. Support teams utilizing hybrid development methodologies.
• Governance & Risk Management: Establish project governance structures and reporting mechanisms. Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks and dependencies. Escalate critical issues and provide data‑driven recommendations to leadership. Prepare and present project status, milestones, risks, and mitigation plans to management.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote project management best practices across the organization. Contribute to process improvements, portfolio management activities, and PMO initiatives.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in product development environments.
• Proven experience managing software development projects.
• Proven experience managing complex multidisciplinary product development projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Excellent leadership, influencing, and communication skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) certification preferred.
• Experience in applying Agile, hybrid, and predictive development methodologies in product development environments.
• Experience in leading projects involving both software and hardware development is desirable.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location.

Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required: Occasional

Shift: Day

Duration: No End Date

Job Function: R&D

Company Culture

As a global leader in laboratory and clinical technologies, we are passionate about bringing great science to life. Our commitment to quality and innovation supports cutting‑edge life science research, patient diagnostics, and ensures the safety of water, food, and pharmaceuticals. As scientists and clinicians pursue small, everyday advances and life‑changing discoveries, we provide trusted answers to their most critical questions and challenges. Leveraging more than 50 years of expertise, we create advanced instruments, software, and consumables supported by teams of highly skilled and knowledgeable people. With 18,000 employees around the world, our global reach and comprehensive solutions provide the most reliable and accurate results, as well as optimal scientific, economic, and operational outcomes. We work collaboratively with our customers on their journey to make a real difference in human lives. Our culture is founded on trust, respect, and uncompromising integrity, and we pride ourselves on being a dynamic and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters innovation. We can’t wait for you to join us as we continue our mission to improve the world around us.

Information about Agilent is available at Agilent.com.