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MiniMed Product Development Project Management Specialist in Los Angeles, California
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 9 Apr 2026
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.
About the Role
We are looking for a Product Development Project Management Specialist who will support the successful implementation of strategic product development programs utilizing the PDP (product development process). This position will ensure best-in-class new product development practices as a competitive advantage for the business. The Project Management Specialist will support the core team leader on next generation insulin pump development programs
About the Role
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
Partner with the core team leader to coordinate day-to-day program activities and ensure smooth execution.
Manage the release and maintenance of program documentation in the document management system, ensuring compliance with internal procedures
Maintain program dashboards for team collaboration and leadership review
Monitor program timelines, milestones and deliverables; follow-up with stakeholders to maintain progress.
Facilitate communication among cross-functional teams and escalate issues as needed.
Maintain program tracking systems, including risk register and decision logs.
Support the core team leader with managing the program budget with components that include human resources, prototypes, suppliers, and general expenses
Organize and prepare for meetings, including agendas, materials, and action item tracking.
Contribute to continuous improvement of program management and product development systems and processes.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your resume.
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other science related field and 2+ years program management, project engineering or product development experience.
Nice to Have
Masters in Engineering
Project Management Certification (PMP)
Experience in product development of medical devices
Strong project management skills with experience effectively and efficiently executing against project contracts; knowledge of process and project planning best practices.
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal/team effectiveness with ability to succinctly and accurately communicate to various levels of management and employees.
Strong analytical, planning, organization and time management skills.
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Experience devising and implementing streamlined processes and strategic projects to improve efficiency, timeliness, and productivity.
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package
At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):100000
At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.
For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.
MiniMed Benefits (http://myminimedbenefits.com) Overview
About MiniMed
MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.
Learn more about our business, and our mission here (https://www.minimed.com/en-us/about-us/) .
It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here (http://www.minimed.com/en-us/la-county-legal-notice) a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.