Director, Product Portfolio & Program Management – MedTech

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe in Irvine, CA seeks a Director of Program Management to lead enterprise‑wide Cordella product portfolio governance. You will drive Agile/hybrid processes across hardware, software, and cloud platforms, optimize budgets, and align with regulatory standards while coordinating global teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic portfolio management, and the ability to influence across R&D, Regulatory, Quality, and Commercial functions to deliver regulated medical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; advanced degree preferred.
• 10–12 years in medical device product development or project/program management.
• Proven success in managing complex portfolios and launching regulated products.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio strategy and governance for Cordella system and related components.
• Oversee Agile and hybrid program management across hardware, software, and cloud apps.
• Own portfolio budget planning, forecasting, and resource optimization.
• Direct cross-functional teams and drive on-time product launches.

Skills

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Financial and resource planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Master's Degree or equivalent

Tools

PMP

PfMP

SAFe Certified

Job description

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe in Irvine, CA seeks a Director of Program Management to lead enterprise‑wide Cordella product portfolio governance. You will drive Agile/hybrid processes across hardware, software, and cloud platforms, optimize budgets, and align with regulatory standards while coordinating global teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic portfolio management, and the ability to influence across R&D, Regulatory, Quality, and Commercial functions to deliver regulated medical