Sr. Principal R&D Project Manager - Shockwave Medical

Johnson Johnson; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Sr. Principal R&D Project Manager– Shockwave Medical to join our Santa Clara, CA team. This role leads product development and cross-functional project management across the NPD lifecycle, aligning vision and resources to deliver breakthroughs in medical device technology.

The position emphasizes leadership, risk management, and communication to senior stakeholders, with opportunities to mentor other PMs and drive multiple complex projects from concept to launch.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in science, engineering or business administration or equivalent.
• 12+ years of Medical Device experience with at least 7 years in project management.
• Experience with QSR 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485 and MDR requirements.
• PM training or certification is highly preferred.
• Experience with process improvement initiatives and navigating ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional activities within the NPD lifecycle.
• Plan, risk-manage, and communicate project status to all levels.
• Establish project strategy and maintain organizational alignment.
• Drive multiple parallel projects with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee all phases from Feasibility to Market Release.
• Publish dashboards and formal communications on progress and risk.
• Mentor other Project Managers in the group.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional leadership

Design Control

Risk management

Communication

Leadership

Education

BS/BA in science, engineering or business administration

Tools

QSR 21 CFR 820

ISO 13485

MDR requirements

PM frameworks

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Project/Program Management Group

Job Sub Function

R&D Project Management

Job Category

Professional

All Job Posting Locations

Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description

Johnson & Johnson is hiring for a Sr. Principal R&D Project Manager– Shockwave Medical to join our team located in Santa Clara, CA.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Ready to join a team that’s pioneering the development and commercialization of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) to treat complex calcified cardiovascular disease. Our Shockwave Medical portfolio aims to establish a new standard of care for medical device treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease through its differentiated and proprietary local delivery of sonic pressure waves for the treatment of calcified plaque.

Position Overview

The Sr. Principal R&D Project Manager is responsible for product development, resource, and project management activities associated with executing the company's goals for product commercialization. Responsible for gaining cross functional alignment on strategic vision and goals of projects, meeting project goals and ensuring that appropriate resources are identified and allocated. The role supports R&D New Product Development and/or On Market.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage and coordinate all cross-functional activities within the project and consistent with company's new product development lifecycle and Design Control requirements.
• Highly skilled in project planning, risk management, project execution and communication to all levels of the organization.
• Establish project strategy, vision, and maintain organizational alignment to it, both inside and outside the team.
• Effectively drive multiple parallel projects with unique cross-functional team members.
• Oversee all phases of the product development process from Feasibility to Market Release, with excellent understanding of Design Control principles.
• Publish routine dashboards and reports that effectively communicate progress, risk and achievements of the overall portfolio.
• Develop and deliver formal communications, including effective presentation skills.
• Hands-on management and tracking of overall team progress and ability to provide detailed management status reports and updates.
• Mentoring other Project Managers in the group as needed.
• Ability to lead complex new product development projects from concept to launch.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS/BA in science, engineering or business administration or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 12+ years of Medical Device experience including a minimum of 7 years of project management experience in the medical device industry.
• Experience in Quality System Regulations (QSR) 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, MDR requirements, and other applicable regulations as required.
• Project Management specific training and/or certification is highly preferred.
• Experience with developing, implementing, and monitoring process improvement initiatives, project management frameworks and methodologies.
• Highly capable performing under the pressure of multiple competing deadlines while maintaining a cooperative and constructive working relationship with others
• Demonstrated ability to influence at all functions and levels of the organization.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, adept at navigating organizational challenges and possess ability to work through others and accomplish objectives.
• Outstanding verbal & written communication skills.
• High level of enthusiasm, motivation, and drive for results.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$134,000.00 - $231,150.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

Preferred Skills

Agility Jumps, Business Alignment, Coaching, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Performance Measurement, Process Control, Process Improvements, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Reporting, Project Schedule, Quality Control (QC), Research and Development, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility