Sr PD Program Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 9, 2026. Medtronic scores A on the Alion truth index.
Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first - developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.
A Day in the Life
At Medtronic Neuroscience, we are redefining what is possible in neurological and spinal care, bringing together innovation, expertise, and partnership to improve lives around the world.
Medtronic Neuromodulation delivers therapies that address complex neurological and chronic pain conditions through a portfolio that includes Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Pain Interventions, Interventional Therapies, and Visualase. By combining clinical expertise with advanced technology, we help patients find relief, restore function, and live with confidence.
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This position is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota and is an onsite role. Travel up to 20% may be required to support program execution, stakeholder engagement, and business objectives.
The Core Team Leader (CTL) is responsible for the management direction of all phases of design and development of systems and software from product definition through development, manufacturing process characterization, production ramp, and global commercialization.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional core teams to execute product development programs from concept through commercialization.
- Develop and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource strategies to achieve business objectives.
- Drive alignment across Research and Development, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical, Operations, Marketing, and Supply Chain functions.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, issues, and dependencies while ensuring timely escalation and resolution.
- Provide leadership and direction through design, verification, validation, manufacturing process characterization, and production ramp activities.
- Monitor program performance using established metrics and communicate status, risks, and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with Medtronic quality systems, design controls, and applicable regulatory requirements throughout program execution.
- Support strategic portfolio planning and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance development effectiveness and predictability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience in program management, project management, product development, engineering, or a related medical device discipline; OR Advanced degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through multiple phases of product development and commercialization.
- Experience managing complex programs involving schedule, budget, resource planning, and risk management.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive execution across multiple functional organizations.
- Ability to travel up to 20%.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience within the medical device, biotechnology, healthcare technology, or regulated product development industry.
- Experience leading New Product Development (NPD) programs from concept through commercial launch.
- Knowledge of design controls, quality systems, and product development processes within a regulated environment.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent program management certification.
- Experience supporting Neuromodulation, Neuroscience, implantable technologies, or other complex medical device portfolios.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
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.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
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Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$178,400.00 - $267,600.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
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