Sensor R&D Product Development Manager

Application Window The application window for this opening will close on 9 Jun 2026. Overview 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 Sensor R&D Product Development Manager is responsible for leading the successful execution of product development initiatives supporting MiniMed’s continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) programs. This cross‑functional leader drives the definition, development, and delivery of new R&D development programs throughout the product development lifecycle, collaborating closely with engineering, regulatory, quality, and clinical teams to advance MiniMed’s sensor pipeline from concept through development. Responsibilities Directs, designs and implements a comprehensive product management strategy. Oversees clinical study readiness, execution and closeout activities, including protocol development support, site coordination, study materials, data collection, issue resolution, and cross‑functional alignment with R&D, Clinical Affairs, Regulatory, Quality and Program Management. Collaborates closely with engineering, regulatory, quality and clinical teams to advance MiniMed’s sensor pipeline from concept through development. Ensures projects are executed within established timelines and budgets while meeting key milestones and deliverables. Supports design reviews, verification and validation strategy and product improvement activities. Contributes to intellectual property strategy through invention disclosures, patent support, publications, technical reports and external technology assessments. Directs those involved in the design, modification and evaluation of all phases of a specific product or group of products from product definition through production and release (ProductLifecycleManagement). Provides effective leadership through strong communication, presentation and influence‑management skills. Engages senior leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders to drive alignment and project success. Fosters a high‑performing, collaborative team environment focused on innovation and execution excellence. Oversees performance, talent development, engagement, accountability and goals of direct reports. Ensures compliance with applicable quality system requirements, design controls, medical device standards and regulatory expectations. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; or advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience in glucose sensor, biosensor, electrochemical sensor, or other medical device product development. Demonstrated expertise in problem solving, structured experimentation, and data‑driven decision making. Knowledge of medical device product development, design controls, risk management, quality systems, and regulated development environments. Proven ability to influence technical and business decisions across cross‑functional teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate complex technical topics to senior leaders and technical teams. PhD or MS in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline. Demonstrated experience in navigating a matrix organization to gain alignment and drive program through product development life cycle. Experience partnerships with pre‑clinical and clinical sites, product shipping and delivery, and data interpretation. Strong track record taking concept generation through experimentation into design or successful product launches. Experience working across R&D, clinical, regulatory, quality, manufacturing, supplier engineering and business development functions. Compensation and Benefits Base salary range: $132,800.00 - $199,200.00 (U.S. locations excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California). Short‑term incentive (STI) eligibility. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance; Health Savings Account; Healthcare Flexible Spending Account; life insurance; long‑term disability leave; dependent daycare spending account; short‑term disability coverage; paid time off and holidays; 401(k) plan with company match; Employee Stock Purchase Plan; Employee Assistance Program; Non‑qualified Retirement Plan Supplement; Capital Accumulation Plan. Physical Job Requirements The responsibilities listed describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. For office roles, you are required to be independently mobile and interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co‑workers. Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of MiniMed 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, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. MiniMed participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr USA-Medtronic MiniMed, Inc 1017