Software Technical Program Mgr at Medtronic

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.A Day in the LifeCareers That Change LivesThe Medtronic Diabetes 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. Medtronic 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.Must Have: Minimum RequirementsTo be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field and 5+ years of Software Engineering, Product Development, or Product/Program ManagementORAdvanced Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field and 3+ years of Software Engineering, Product Development, or Product ManagementNice 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 environmentPhysical Job RequirementsThe 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 & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA 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):$150,400.00 - $225,600.00This 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).Medtronic benefits and compensation plansAbout MedtronicWe lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.At Medtronic, most positions are posted on our career site for 3-7 days.  SummaryLocation: Northridge, California, United States of AmericaType: Full time