Principal Software PM

Real; Boston (OH); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialist Staffing Group is seeking a Principal Software Project Manager to lead large-scale digital surgery initiatives focused on software-enabled medical technologies, AI, and global product launches. This role requires navigating highly regulated environments and coordinating across software, hardware, quality, regulatory, cybersecurity, privacy, and commercial teams.

Based in Boston, MA with hybrid onsite requirements, the 12-month contract offers leadership visibility with executive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• 15+ years of project or program management experience.
• Significant experience leading enterprise software development programs.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC, software release processes and PLM.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive complex software development programs from planning through global launch.
• Lead integrated program management across software, hardware, quality, regulatory, cybersecurity, privacy, and commercial teams.
• Manage relationships with external software development partners and vendors.
• Develop and maintain program plans, roadmaps, and launch timelines.
• Provide executive-level updates at governance reviews.

Skills

Project management

Software project management

Regulated environments

Executive communication

SDLC

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Principal Software Project Manager - Digital Surgery & Global Product Launches

Location & Contract

Boston, MA (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite) 12-Month Contract

An innovative MedTech organization is seeking a Principal Software Project Manager to lead large-scale digital surgery initiatives focused on software-enabled medical technologies, AI-driven solutions, and global product expansion efforts.

This role is ideal for a senior leader who has successfully managed complex software development programs within regulated environments and understands how to bring software-based medical technologies from concept through international commercialization.

The Opportunity

You will oversee strategic programs involving software, hardware, AI, imaging, and surgical navigation technologies while partnering with engineering teams, third-party development partners, quality organizations, and executive leadership.

The successful candidate will bring a combination of strong technical program leadership, software development expertise, and experience driving global product launches in highly regulated settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive complex software development programs from planning through global launch
• Lead integrated program management across software, hardware, quality, regulatory, cybersecurity, privacy, and commercial teams
• Manage relationships with external software development partners and vendors
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, roadmaps, and launch timelines
• Drive risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution activities
• Coordinate system integration, verification, validation, and release readiness efforts
• Support international product expansion and market launch planning
• Ensure alignment with software quality processes, design controls, and regulatory requirements
• Provide executive-level updates and present at governance and stage-gate reviews
• Influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders without direct authority

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• 15+ years of project or program management experience
• Significant experience leading enterprise software development programs
• Strong knowledge of SDLC, software release processes, and product lifecycle management
• Demonstrated experience managing complex cross-functional initiatives
• Proven ability to lead in highly regulated environments
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Experience

• Software as a Medical Device (SaMD)
• Medical Device Product Development
• Digital Surgery Platforms
• Surgical Navigation Technologies
• Robotic-Assisted Surgery
• Medical Imaging Solutions
• AI-Based Healthcare Technologies
• International Product Launches
• FDA-Regulated Product Development
• IEC 62304, ISO 13485, EU MDR, Design Controls, and related frameworks

Why This Role?

This position offers the opportunity to lead high-impact programs that sit at the intersection of software innovation, artificial intelligence, and healthcare technology. You'll work with senior leadership and global teams to bring advanced digital surgery solutions to new markets while helping shape the future of surgical care.

If you have a proven track record delivering complex software products in regulated environments and enjoy leading programs with global reach, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.