Panther Life Sciences · 2 days ago
Device Development Engineer
New York
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expPanther Life Sciences is pioneering a new class of skin health, beauty, and therapeutic products through their innovative microneedle array patch platform. They are seeking a Device Development Engineer to design, develop, and ensure regulatory readiness of their microneedle-based device platform, contributing to the advancement towards FDA approval.
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Responsibilities
Contribute to the end-to-end design and development of Panther’s MAP devices, including microneedle arrays, applicators, and user-facing components
Characterize and refine microneedle geometries, mechanical interfaces, and delivery mechanisms to ensure consistent and reliable performance
Support iterative prototyping, testing, and refinement of device components from early concept through verification and validation
Ensure device designs are intuitive, safe, and robust for both clinical and consumer use environments
Contribute to device design controls, including requirements definition, risk analyses, and verification and validation documentation
Support IDE-enabling activities, Pre-Subs, and FDA interactions by preparing technical documentation and test data
Execute and document bench testing and usability studies to demonstrate device performance and mechanism of action
Collaborate with regulatory and clinical teams to ensure device documentation aligns with FDA expectations
Qualification
Required
3–5+ years of medical device development experience, with a strong focus on mechanical and system-level device design
Direct experience contributing to FDA-cleared or approved devices (510(k), De Novo, or PMA)
Familiarity with design controls, risk management, and usability engineering for regulated devices
Proven ability to contribute meaningfully to device development from early concepts through verification and validation
Strong hands-on engineering skills and comfort operating in fast-moving, resource-constrained environments
Clear communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Preferred
Prior experience in a medtech organization, or in a high-performing device startup
Experience with drug delivery devices, combination products, or skin-interfacing devices
Personal traits that include: detail orientation, clear communication, collaborative mindset, and openness to direct feedback
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree a plus
Benefits
Health Insurance includes Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
Meaningful and valuable Equity (Full-time roles only and varies by country).
Unlimited PTO and Paid Company Holidays.
Some work travel may be required.
In-person events.
Complimentary lunch provided daily at the office
Company
Panther Life Sciences
Panther Life Sciences is a biotechnology company that develops skin-based treatments using its proprietary microarray patch technology.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Mindy Skelton Scibilia
VP of Partnerships and Impact
Recent News
2025-10-24
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