Program Manager (Hardware)

GROW WITH US:

Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take a “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.

STAY AWESOME:

Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ technology. We’re also so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Since many of our own team members live with type 1 diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

The Program Manager (PM) leads cross-functional core teams and manages complex hardware projects and/or system-level programs through Tandem’s product development process, with the main goal of developing and delivering new medical device products to market. The Program Manager is expected to exemplify the program management function and capabilities within Tandem and external partners. Key elements of the function include: execution in a phase gate process that defines development team deliverables throughout the product life cycle, lead/participate in core and scrum meetings, establish and drive the team’s project plan and schedule with clearly defined core team roles and responsibilities, establish project metrics, execute PM responsibilities as defined by our Design Control procedures. The Program Manager is also expected to lead or participate in process improvement initiatives led by the PMO.

• Provides project management expertise and leadership to a multi-functional core team from Concept through Commercialization following Tandem’s standard process for product development and/or Design change; ensures implementation and compliance to Design Control procedures and improvements of systems, procedures, and documentation.
• Plans and directs all aspects of hardware/systems projects/programs. Establishes project plans and objectives, develops project cost analysis, establishes, and manages the project schedule and budget, manages resources, tracks progress, and provides updates to management and external partners. Works closely with the Program Office, Project Managers, and functional heads to resolve resource allocation issues, conflicts, and priorities and to ensure projects are staffed appropriately, completed on time, and within budget constraints. Ensures efficient transfer of product from R&D to manufacturing and external marketing.
• Leads/participates in process improvement initiatives related to product development, resource management and allocation, design controls, and other areas that impact cycle time, efficiencies, and compliance in medical device product development.
• Communicates and presents regular and timely project status updates to various levels of the organization including the executive management team and external partners.
• As necessary, performs other duties as required to support the PMO.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, including Privacy/HIPAA, and other legal and regulatory requirements.

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

• Ability to work in matrixed environment, establishing a sphere of influence with both the functional and vertical organizations.
• Ability to drive cultural change through implementation of best practices in project teams.
• Ability to communicate and influence up in order to manage project scope and resources.
• Ability to keep project teams focused, motivated, creatively work to keep the projects on schedule.
• Proficient in the use of Project Management Tools for planning, work breakdown, scheduling, task estimation, and collaboration.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills:
  • Excel:  Forms, Formulas, Functions, Pivot Tables, & Graphs
  • PowerPoint:  Graphics & Animation
  • MS-Project:  Resource loading, tracking
• ECO writing/review
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with persons contacted in the course of performing assigned duties including Company management and outside business associates.
• Ability to interact with executive management on a regular basis.
• Ability to represent Tandem at professional and business functions in a competent manner.
• Excellent advocacy and persuasive skills.

EXTRA AWESOME:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience.
• Certificate in Project Management (PMP) is desired. Alternatively, candidate should be willing to pursue professional certification in the future.
• 4 years’ directly related experience in managing projects in FDA-regulated and ISO 14971 certified industry.
• 4 years’ experience in the medical device industry and compliance to internal Quality Systems.
• Experience in managing projects from inception to post-market sustaining using a phase-gate methodology.
• Knowledge and experience in the implementation of regulatory requirements for medical device development such as FDA’s Design Controls, ISO’s Risk Management and Medical Device standards, ISO Software Development standards (e.g., IEC 62304).
• Experience in managing projects focused on solutions for people with diabetes a plus.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

In addition to innovative technology, we have a culture that fosters the idea that the happiest people are the most productive people. Not only do we hire forward-thinking achievers to join our workforce; we reward, develop, and retain them too. Just one of the many reasons of how we #StayAwesome! To learn more about our culture and benefits please visit https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers.

BE YOU, WITH US!

We embrace the value that every single one of us brings to the table.  But sometimes we forget that when we don’t meet 100% of a job description’s criteria – maybe you’re feeling that way right now? We encourage you to apply anyway.  Because we want you to be you, with us.  Tandem is firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.  We are an inclusive organization, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates.  Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The starting base pay range for this position is $130,000 to $145,000 annually. Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and may also fluctuate depending on candidate’s location and the overall job market. In addition to base pay, Tandem offers a competitive compensation package that includes bonus, and a robust benefits package.  Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts.  You’ll also receive 11 paid holidays per year, a minimum of 20 days of paid time off (starting in year 1) and have access to a 401k plan with company match.  Learn more about Tandem’s benefits here!

YOU SHOULD KNOW:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and regulations. A conditional offer of employment from Tandem is contingent upon successful completion of a thorough screening process comprised of a drug test (excluding Marijuana) and background check, which includes a review of criminal history information.  Tandem has good cause to conduct a review of criminal history information of candidates for this position, as this role may involve access to proprietary, sensitive and/or confidential information, including customer protected health information. This review is required to ensure that individuals in such roles uphold high standards of trust and integrity so as to protect the interests of our customers, employees, and stakeholders.

REFERRALS:

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If you are applying for this job and live in California, please read Tandem’s CCPA Notice: https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.

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SPONSORSHIP: 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected for the requisition or the requisition has a sufficient number of applications.