Medtronic · 8 hours ago
Sr Manager- Product Design
Lafayette, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$169K/yr - $253K/yr
7+ years expMedtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology, dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The Sr Manager of Product Design will lead a team of engineers and designers to develop innovative solutions for airway management, ensuring adherence to functional excellence and driving product strategy based on user needs and market insights.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Drive functional strategy to advance Systems & Design Engineering through process, best practices, and organizational changes
Lead, direct, and review the work of individual contributors on the Systems & Design Engineering team to ensure adherence to functional excellence expectations
Identify, develop, and/or execute training to improve product, technology, and clinical subject matter expertise within the group
Lead cross-functional teams to make appropriate, timely decisions and recommendations that result in the successful completion of major organizational objectives
Apply human-centered design principles and familiarity with formative and summative assessments
Serve as the primary owner of the product roadmap for airway management solutions, prioritizing features and enhancements based on customer needs, business objectives, and technical feasibility
Translate complex market insights and customer feedback into actionable product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria for engineering and design teams
Collaborate with stakeholders—including clinicians, healthcare workers, regulatory, and commercial teams—to gather feedback and iterate on product design and functionality
Maintain a strong understanding of market trends, competitive landscape, and user personas to inform product strategy and positioning
Ensure that product releases deliver maximum value to users and stakeholders, balancing innovation with regulatory and quality requirements
Monitor key product metrics and user feedback to drive continuous improvement and inform future development
Provide direct management and mentorship for the Systems & Design team to achieve organizational goals
Develop Systems & Design Engineering talent to be effective leaders, including technical problem solving, soft skills, and communication
Provide targeted opportunities to develop and stretch team members’ knowledge and capabilities
Recruit individuals whose skills will allow us to deliver products that meaningfully impact patient care
Communicate with functional partners to plan, evaluate, and develop technical solutions
Ensure programs have robust technical solutions and risk mitigation plans
Lead multiple design activities in the product development lifecycle, including identification, planning, monitoring, and executing tasks for entire projects
Demonstrate understanding of medical product development, device requirements, regulations, and standards; provide a voice of authority in ambiguous terrain
Support key efforts if major technical challenges are identified
Understand the R&D future portfolio and align talent to achieve goals
Advocate for new systems model-based tools, processes, and practices, and other innovative approaches to product development
Identify long-term opportunities that will continue to advance the systems & design engineering function over a 3–5 year time horizon
Partner in assessing viability and technical risks of specific technologies being considered
Assess long-term opportunities with other companies or academic efforts
Act as the voice of the customer, championing user needs and clinical requirements throughout the product lifecycle
Lead efforts to validate product concepts and designs through engagement with key opinion leaders, clinicians, and end users
Collaborate with marketing and commercial teams to develop positioning and messaging that resonates with target segments
Travel as needed, approximately 10%
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline
7+ years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience
Benefits
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
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
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)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
NHS EnglandBlackstone Life SciencesTrade Capital Funding
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Martha
CEO
Linnea Burman
SVP & President, Neurovascular
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