Building better and safer medical technologies isn't just what we do — it's who we are.

It's how we make sure technology speaks not only in code, but with meaning: better technologies, better ways of working, and more inclusive communities.

We align with what matters for people and for the planet, actively nurturing it to be better and safer.

At the centre, it's our people who power everything we do. It's their talent, drive and different ways of thinking that keep us moving forward, pushing the limits of what's possible.

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager with strong experience in medical devices to lead complex, high-stakes projects in a highly regulated environment.

About the Role:

You will lead end-to-end delivery of projects within the medical devices sector, ensuring compliance, quality, and timely execution. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, clients, and regulatory stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet both technical and clinical expectations.

This role requires a leader who understands not only project management, but also the regulatory, quality, and safety requirements specific to medical devices.

Which brings us to you, the person with:

• 5+ years (ideally 7+) of experience managing complex projects, with a strong focus on medical devices
• Proven experience working within regulated environments (e.g., IEC 62304, ISO 13485, FDA, MDR)
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills in safety-critical contexts
• Experience managing cross-functional teams including software, quality, and regulatory experts
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving mindset and risk management capabilities
• Experience delivering projects using Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid methodologies
• Experience managing international or multi-site projects
• Fluent in Englihs (C1/C2 Level)

Nice to have:

• Background in software for medical devices (SaMD / SiMD)
• Experience with validation, verification, and clinical considerations

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of medical device projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• Manage scope, timelines, budget, risks, and stakeholder expectations in a regulated healthcare environment
• Coordinate with quality and regulatory teams to ensure adherence to industry standards and certification processes
• Guide multidisciplinary teams across software, hardware, and systems engineering
• Ensure clear, structured communication across clients, internal teams, and leadership
• Drive risk management, traceability, and documentation aligned with medical device requirements
• Support continuous improvement and adoption of best practices in medical device development lifecycles
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of quality, safety, and excellence
• Contribute to business development activities within the medical devices domain, supporting client relationships and growth

Critical Software provides:

• Work that fits your life, not the other way around
• Offices designed to make you feel like you belong
• A team that knows how to work hard, but also how to have fun
• Pay that makes you feel valued, plus performance-based rewards
• Your growth is our priority: training, support, and opportunities!

Plus, Perks with Purpose:

• Private Health Insurance

Because your health and peace of mind matters.

• Employee Assistance Programme

Confidential support for you and your household from mental health to legal or financial advice, we're here for whatever life throws your way.

• Home Office Support

Get what you need to work comfortably from home, without turning your living room into an ergonomic nightmare.

• Extra Holidays

The longer you're with us, the more you get. Two extra days after your first year, and more as time goes on.

• Extra Parental Leave

Two additional months of fully paid leave for both parents — whether you're welcoming a child by birth or adoption.

• Flex-time

We don't clock-watch. Work when it makes sense for you, as long as it works for your team and goals.

• Gradual Return to Work Support

Returning after a long break? We'll help you ease back in with a plan that fits your pace and needs.

• Away From Keyboard - Sabbatical programme

Long-term employees can take time off to explore new ideas, projects or experiences and come back with fresh eyes and stories to tell.

Every day we embrace new missions across industries as diverse as aerospace, space, defence, transport, telecoms, government, energy, finance and healthcare.

Now, the real question is: are you ready to join us and help make the world a better and safer place?

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We are an equal opportunity workplace and committed to allow candidates with disabilities or neurodevelopmental conditions to prove their competencies to their full potential. We are willing to move the barriers that may prevent you from demonstrating that you are the right candidate for this role, so please let us know if you need some adjustment in your recruitment process.

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