Sr. Product Manager, Device Connectivity

Medela; McHenry (IL); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

401K with match

Paid Parental Leave

Generous PTO package

Job summary

Medela in McHenry, IL is seeking a Senior Product Manager for Medical Devices SaaS & Connectivity. This hybrid role involves leading product strategy for their connected healthcare solutions, focusing on the U.S. market.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in product management, strong digital healthcare knowledge, and excellent stakeholder management skills. A competitive salary starting at $140K plus bonus is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of product management or innovation experience within regulated healthcare.
• Strong understanding of FDA and healthcare technology trends.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead product lifecycle management for NICU and maternity care solutions.
• Shape and execute portfolio strategy across hardware and software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product launch success.

Skills

Digital healthcare ecosystems

Stakeholder management

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Job description

Senior Product Manager, Medical Devices SaaS & Connectivity

Medela LLC – McHenry, IL – Hybrid Work Schedule, 3 days on-site. Salary starting at $140K plus bonus.

Join Medela and help shape the future of connected healthcare solutions in the NICU and maternity care space. We are seeking a strategic, technology‑driven Senior Product Manager to lead the evolution of our global device and connectivity ecosystem, focusing on the U.S. market and expanding digital healthcare capabilities. This role blends traditional medical device product management expertise with digital health, connectivity, and software commercialization.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits plan
• 401K with match
• Money Purchase Plan
• 16‑week Paid Parental Leave
• Generous PTO package, including 14 paid holidays
• A great place to work
• Salary starting at $140K

What You’ll Do

Product Strategy & Portfolio Leadership

• Lead global product lifecycle management for Medela’s NICU and maternity care device and connectivity solutions.
• Shape and execute portfolio strategy across hardware, consumables, connectivity, and SaaS‑based healthcare solutions.
• Develop business cases, pricing strategies, and monetization models to support profitable growth and long‑term value creation.
• Drive product and ecosystem innovation focused on connecting hospital‑to‑home workflows and EMR integration.
• Translate customer pain points and market insights into scalable, customer‑centric product solutions.

Digital Health & Device Connectivity Solutions

• Support the launch and commercialization of next‑generation digital and connected healthcare solutions.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to develop intuitive, clinically appropriate software and device experiences.
• Help accelerate organizational capability around SaaS commercialization and digital solution adoption.
• Bring external market intelligence and technology trends into the organization to shape future innovation opportunities.
• Evaluate partnerships, healthcare technology ecosystems, and integration opportunities within the hospital environment.

Global Collaboration & Go‑to‑Market Execution

• Collaborate closely with R&D, Digital Marketing, Operations, Medical/Clinical teams, and regional Marketing Impact teams.
• Support global go‑to‑market execution while adapting strategies to regional and customer‑specific needs.
• Work within a highly matrixed global organization to balance speed‑to‑market with stakeholder alignment.
• Partner with commercial and regional teams to drive adoption, onboarding, retention, and launch success.
• Serve as a key contributor to product launch readiness and commercialization strategy.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field required.
• Strong understanding of digital healthcare ecosystems, connectivity solutions, and healthcare technology trends.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to build compelling business cases and pricing strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast‑paced global environment.
• Strong analytical, structured, and data‑driven approach to problem‑solving.

Experience

• 8+ years of product management, solution management, or innovation experience within regulated healthcare or MedTech environments.
• Experience launching and commercializing SaaS, connected health, telehealth, or healthcare IT solutions.
• Proven success leading product innovation initiatives involving both hardware and software ecosystems.
• Experience with FDA and MDR regulated markets required.
• Experience with EMR integrations, healthcare connectivity platforms, or digital clinical workflows highly preferred.
• Background in NICU, maternity care, lactation, or hospital‑based workflows is a strong plus.
• Experience working in global organizations and highly matrixed environments preferred.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

• Curious about emerging technologies and digital healthcare innovation.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity while driving urgency and execution.
• Consultative and collaborative approach with strong cross‑functional influence skills.
• Ability to bridge technical, clinical, and commercial perspectives.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong ownership and accountability.
• Passion for improving healthcare workflows and patient outcomes through connected solutions.

Additional Details

• Hybrid role with onsite expectations three days per week in McHenry, IL.
• Travel up to 10–20%, including occasional international travel.
• Role supports key markets across the Americas and Europe.
• Exposure to clinical and hospital environments required.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, protected veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity (transgender status), weight, height or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.