Software Technical Program Manager

USA-MiniMed Distribution Corp. 1018; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

MiniMed is seeking a Software Technical Program Manager to join the Software Operations Organization to define priorities for evolving our Shared Services platform as a product by balancing inputs from internal and external stakeholders.

You will align software release timelines and version scope, report to the business and customers, and lead cross-functional teams across development, operations, and product ownership to ensure successful delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field and software product development/management experience.
• Proven ability to influence and negotiate internally and with customers.

Responsibilities

• Leads or leverages cross functional teams to evaluate, develop and manage projects for new product development and ongoing lifecycle management of products, processes and therapies.
• Lead daily standup sessions for 1–2 projects
• Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management.
• Monitors the project from initiation through delivery.
• Communicates with stakeholders and ensures end products will solve business problems.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science or related field

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 9 Nov 2026

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

The MiniMed organization is looking for a Software Technical Program Manager to join our Software Operations Organization to in the defining of priorities for evolving our Shared Services platform as a product by balancing the inputs from internal and external stakeholders.

The Software Technical Program Manager will work as the liaison between the system level program management team and the customers of the platform including software product owners, software developers, operations teams, and other business customers. This role is responsible for aligning the software release timelines and version scope to give the team a clear direction and report to the business and customers.

We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result -and everyone wins. MiniMed walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.

In general, the following responsibilities apply for Software Technical Program Manager role. This includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Leads or leverages cross functional teams to evaluate, develop and manage projects for new product development and ongoing lifecycle management of products, processes and therapies.
• Lead daily standup sessions for 1 - 2 projects
• Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management.
• Manages the development and implementation process of a company's products and services involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing products and processes.
• Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports.
• Monitors the project from initiation through delivery.
• Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.
• Communicates with stakeholders, obtains stakeholder engagement to ensure the end products or processes will solve the business problems.

Required Knowledge and Experience

Requires a Bachelors degree and minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• 3+ years' experience in product management, program management, product development or related field.
• Lean Mindset and proven experience around 'Build, Measure, Learn (repeat)'
• Demonstrates ability to problem solve
• Team oriented - ability to motivate and work well with diverse, cross-functional teams
• Proven ability to influence and negotiate internally and with customers.
• Medical device product/industry/technical acumen
• Proven ability to work globally
• Strong analytical and process skills
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to work effectively within a matrix environment
• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field and Software Engineering, Product Development, or Product/Program Management experience.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$109,000.00 - $185,000.00

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