Senior Product Manager - Regulatory Affairs

Sonova; California (MO); Remote; USD 82,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical device company is seeking a Senior Product Manager for Regulatory Affairs. You will lead regulatory product management for Class III medical devices, ensuring compliance with global standards. The role requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and a focus on continuous improvement. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar field is essential, along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline. Remote work is an option.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k plan with company match

Paid parental bonding leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in operations or product management for Class III medical devices.
• At least 2 years’ experience in labeling for Class III medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of product labeling for compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to execute labeling solutions.

Skills

Proficient in English

Expert-level writing and proofreading

Analytical and problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in scientific discipline / engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

SAP

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

Valencia, CA – Remote

Senior Product Manager – Regulatory Affairs

The purpose of this role is to lead and drive regulatory product management activities for Class III active implantable medical devices, ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements throughout the product lifecycle. Serve as a strategic partner to cross-functional teams by providing regulatory expertise and leadership in labeling, packaging, and product development initiatives. Champion continuous improvement and regulatory innovation to support global market access and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of product labeling (e.g., labels, instructions for use, direct part marking, packaging artwork) to ensure compliance with international regulatory requirements.
• Interpret and apply global and country-specific labeling regulations and standards, incorporating changes accurately and on time into product documentation.
• Serve as a regulatory subject matter resource on cross-functional teams, providing labeling and packaging input during product development, lifecycle updates, and global market expansion.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., R&D, Quality, Marketing, Clinical, Operations) and external partners to execute labeling solutions that meet compliance and business needs.
• Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation to support global submissions and registrations in coordination with Regulatory Affairs management.
• Participate in identifying process improvements and support implementation to improve labeling workflows, documentation quality, and regulatory efficiency.
• Contribute to global product release readiness by ensuring applicable labeling and packaging regulatory requirements are met.
• Track and report on relevant regulatory changes, sharing potential impacts with internal stakeholders as appropriate.
• Assist with special projects and other responsibilities as assigned by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Travelling Requirement

up to 20%

More about you

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in scientific discipline / engineering or equivalent.

Nice to Have

• Advanced Degree in scientific discipline / engineering / Management.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in operations, logistics, product management or project management for Class III active implantable medical devices with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in labeling for Class III medical devices, plus progressive experience in quality or engineering in a regulated industry.

Nice to Have

• 5+ years’ experience in global regulatory affairs or labeling for Class III active implantable medical devices.

Professional Competencies

• Proven ability to engage and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, including executive leadership.
• Maintains professionalism and composure in high-stakes regulatory discussions and decision-making forums.
• Expert-level writing, proofreading, and data management skills, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and compliance.

Nice to Have

• Deep knowledge of global labeling requirements and regulatory standards for Class III active implantable medical devices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate regulatory challenges and develop proactive solutions.
• In-depth understanding of international regulatory frameworks, including FDA, EU MDR, Health Canada, and other global authorities.

Language(s) / Skills

• English / Proficient

Nice to Have

• Proficiency in any other language

IT Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experienced with Oracle, SAP and Salesforce.
• Experienced with cloud-based systems.

Internet Connectivity

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Application notes

Don\'t meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn we\'d love to hear from you!

How to apply

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, Telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone, please contact Sonova Human Resources.

What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision coverage*
• Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
• TeleHealth options
• 401k plan with company match*
• Company paid life/AD&D insurance
  • Additional supplemental life/AD&D coverage available
• Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  • STD LTD Buy-ups available
• Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Legal/ID Theft Assistance
• PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
• Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hearing aid discount for employees and family
• Internal social recognition platform

*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.

This role's pay range is between: $82,400/yr - $123,600/yr , compensation is based on skillset and location. This role is also bonus eligible.

How we work

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.