Program Manager - Embedded Systems (SW/HW)

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with strong Embedded Software and Hardware expertise to lead complex, cross-functional programs involving embedded products and platforms. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end program execution across the product lifecycle-from concept and architecture through development, validation, regulatory compliance, and release. You will work closely with engineering, quality, regulatory, supply chain, and customer stakeholders to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of embedded solutions. Responsibilities

• Lead and manage embedded system programs involving firmware, software, hardware, and system integration across multiple teams and geographies.
• Define program scope, objectives, deliverables, milestones, and success criteria in alignment with business and customer goals.
• Drive end-to-end program execution across the product development lifecycle, including requirements, design, development, verification, validation, and release.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including embedded SW, HW, systems engineering, QA, regulatory, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Track and manage program schedules, dependencies, risks, issues, and mitigation plans; proactively escalate when required.
• Ensure adherence to embedded development processes, medical quality standards, and Medical regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate technical and program reviews, including design reviews, milestone reviews, and customer governance meetings.
• Manage change requests, impact analysis, and trade-offs related to cost, schedule, scope, and technical feasibility.
• Oversee integration of embedded software, firmware, hardware, and third-party components.
• Support release planning, production readiness, and post-release sustainment activities.
• Provide clear, concise program status reports to senior leadership and customers.
• Mentor and guide teams on program management best practices within embedded environments.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or related field).
• 8+ years of experience in program or project management within embedded systems (SW/HW) product development. PMP/PgMP certification is preferred.
• Strong understanding of embedded software, firmware, hardware design, and system integration concepts.
• Hands-on experience working with embedded development teams using C/C++, RTOS, Linux, microcontrollers, SoCs, and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, etc.).
• Proven experience managing programs using Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Waterfall, or hybrid models.
• Strong knowledge of product development lifecycle (PDLC) and software development lifecycle (SDLC) for embedded products.
• Experience with risk management, dependency tracking, and cross-team coordination in complex technical programs.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-project environment., * Experience in regulated industries such as medical devices.
• Familiarity with standards such as ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, IEC 60601 (as applicable).
• Experience managing programs involving cybersecurity, safety, and compliance for embedded systems.
• Exposure to hardware manufacturing, NPI, and supply chain coordination.
• PMP, PgMP, SAFe Agilist, or similar program management certification.
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