Senior Technical Project Manager Firmware Development (Remote)

What you’ll do

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  Project Leadership: Lead and manage embedded firmware development projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
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  Agile Methodologies: Implement and promote agile project management practices, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to enhance team productivity and collaboration.
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  Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and product management teams to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
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  Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all firmware development processes comply with 21 CFR Part 820 and other relevant regulatory standards, including documentation and validation requirements.
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  Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
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  Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, issues, and milestones, fostering transparency and accountability.
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  Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior project managers and team members, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
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  Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and refine project management processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the firmware development lifecycle.

What you need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on embedded firmware development for medical devices.
• Proven experience with agile project management methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Strong understanding of 21 CFR Part 820 regulations and quality management systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate teams and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, MS Project).
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.