Director, Program Management

BridgeBio Inc.; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 269,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading compensation

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Job summary

BridgeBio Inc. is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead late-stage development and launch activities for BBP-418 in California.

You will organize cross-functional teams, drive integrated development plans, and ensure rigorous execution with strong communication and leadership. The role requires a Master’s degree in a scientific field, 7+ years in drug development, and familiarity with timeline tools like Smartsheet, MS Project, and P6.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a scientific field is preferred.
• PMP certification is desirable.
• 7+ years in pharmaceutical drug development or fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program management activities from planning to risk management.
• Lead Global Product Team and Global Development Team meetings; define objectives and track outcomes.
• Provide executive-level reporting and drive long-range planning and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in a scientific subject

PMP certification desirable

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Mavericks Wanted

When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on
In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allowsscience and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.
Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.

What You'll Do

We are seeking program management leadership to support the BridgeBio Neuromuscular team and the late-stage development and launch of BBP-418.

The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and detail-oriented, with exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities to organize program priorities, support cross-functional collaboration and support high-quality execution. This position will be responsible for developing, organizing, managing, and driving integrated product development plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all program management activities, including planning, decision making, metrics reporting, and global risk management related to our program(s).
• Effectively manage team meetings, including the Global Product Team and Global Development Team, by ensuring that objectives are clearly defined, capturing and disseminating meeting outcomes, information, and action items, and following up on critical actions with teams.
• Foster leadership, strategic thinking, and business acumen while setting high standards that drive alignment, collaboration, accountability, and goal achievement within Program teams.
• Identify and champion best practices in BBS Program Management, including the use of dashboards, templates, tools, and processes to drive efficiency, alignment, and effective planning.
• Reporting and presentation of program information to the Executive Team, functional heads, and other key stakeholders.
• Contribute to long-range planning (LRP) and budgetary planning at the program level.
• Clearly and proactively anticipate, identify, track, communicate, and propose resolution options for discrepancies in priorities and plans, prioritize complex and multiple/conflicting responsibilities and/or issues.

Who You Are

• Master’s degree in a scientific subject preferred. PMP certification is desirable.
• 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical drug development with Phase 2 and 3 stage drug development projects and cross-functional project teams is preferred
• 7 years of hands‑on project management experience at a fast‑paced company is preferred
• Experience with timeline management tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, P6)
• Critical thinking/problem solving and interpersonal communication skills
• Highly organized, meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and handle pressures of a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated development of leadership skills, collaborating and influencing cross-functionally

At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. BridgeBio is a multi‑state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.

Salary

$200,000—$268,800 USD

As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location. We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.

For BridgeBio Full‑Time U.S. Based Roles:

Financial & Rewards

• Market‑leading compensation

• 401(k) with employer match

• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

• Pre‑tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)

• Referral bonus for hired candidates

• Subsidized lunch and parking on in‑office days

Health & Well-Being

• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Fertility & family‑forming benefits

• Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)

• Hybrid work model with flexibility

• Flexible, “take‑what‑you‑need” paid time off and company‑paid holidays

• Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family

Skill Development & Career Paths:

• People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility

• We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching

• We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities