Project Manager, R&D

Baxter International Inc.

Program Manager within Connected Care R&D managing software-focused projects impacting patient outcomes. Overseeing product lifecycle from discovery to launch with cross-functional collaboration.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timePalm Beach Gardens • Florida, Illinois, New York, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide business and technical leadership for one or more software-focused R&D projects within Connected Care
Lead teams in defining project strategies, establishing goals, and ensuring project scope is clearly defined and controlled
Oversee the end‑to‑end lifecycle of a software medical device product from discovery through requirements, development, verification, launch, and sustaining
Engage regularly with all levels of management to ensure clear communication across teams and collaborators
Guarantee identification and communication of project risks; develop mitigation plans and guide teams in proactive risk management
Foresee potential conflict scenarios and drive resolutions that support mutually beneficial outcomes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Collaborate with other program managers to ensure successful launch of new products, including first‑time 510(k) submissions
Hold teams accountable for execution, schedule adherence, and delivery of project commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s in Engineering (preferred) with 8+ years experience, or Master’s with 5+ years
3+ years leading cross‑functional projects, ideally in software or regulated medical devices
Strong command of SDLC, Quality Systems, and Agile project management
Experience managing full product lifecycles — discovery through launch and sustaining
Familiarity with FDA regulatory pathways (e.g., 510(k), combination products)
Proven ability to drive execution, manage scope, and proactively mitigate risks
Excellent communication and presentation skills across technical and leadership audiences
A self‑starter who thrives in fast‑moving environments and challenges assumptions to drive decisions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical and dental coverage that start on day one
insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
paid holidays
paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
family and medical leaves of absence
paid parental leave
commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
childcare benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

software development lifecycle (SDLC)Agile project managementquality systemsproduct lifecycle managementrisk managementrequirements gatheringverificationproduct launchcontinuous improvement510(k) submissions

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingconflict resolutionproactive risk managementself-starteradaptabilitypresentation skillsaccountability