**Job Title:** Project Manager
Location: Switzerland, Europe
We are seeking an experienced and talented Project Manager to join our team in Switzerland. This role requires excellent communication and leadership skills to establish a common understanding of project timelines, milestones, and delivery expectations.
* Main Responsibilities:
* Coordinate activities, track project dependencies, create and manage project metrics incl. timelines, milestones, deliverables and costs.
* Set up and lead project core teams, determine and control project resource allocations, conduct project meetings and be responsible for stakeholder management and reporting.
* Produce project progress reports, KPIs and dashboards.
* Manage, track and mitigate project risks, serving as the key point of reference for all projects and drive problem resolution.
* Develop and regularly update monitoring reports for all projects and key initiatives within the organization, including project KPIs.
* Communicate potential delays, hurdles, propose solutions, implement them when possible.
* Adhere to best practices and strive for continuous improvement.
* Ensure the adequate level of documentation for projects, such as SRS, traceability, planning, timeline, release, with a focus on good documentation practice, regular follow-up of the progress and compliance with regulations for the development of software as medical devices.
* Manage product development technical file and actively contribute to documentation required for gate review meeting milestones and regulatory submissions.
* Contribute actively to change management, process improvement, and optimization of software development processes, procedures, and agile iterations.
* Play a significant role in the agile activities together with the software project manager/SCRUM master and team including prioritization, sprints planning, iterations and releases.
* Facilitate product increment planning and drive other project planning workshops.
* Contribute to the maintenance of the Operational Projects Roadmap in collaboration with the product and project management team.
* Manage specific projects or initiatives as required by the business strategy and priorities.
* Perform any other duties as assigned by the line manager.
What You Need to Succeed:
Education & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, ideally Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science. Master's a plus
Project Management:
* At least 5 years of experience as a Project Manager, ideally (but not essential) in a medical device, biotech, software development or related field
* Experience with Hybrid project methodologies i.e. Agile/SAFe and Waterfall
* Proficiency in project follow-up, monitoring, reporting, Good Documentation Practice, project KPIs and metrics
* Experience with project management tools such as MS Project and JIRA. PMP certification or training is a real plus
Technical Expertise:
* Strong technical background in software development, and strong understanding of software development processes – essential. Experience in the development of Software as Medical Device is a plus
* Experience in requirements management and testing software essential
* Knowledge of SalesForce and experience in SaaS is a real plus
Regulatory Knowledge:
Knowledge of relevant medical device regulations and standards (e.g., IEC 62304, ISO 13485, FDA requirements) a plus
Languages & Eligibility:
* Good oral level of professional English. Good writing skills in English.
* Business French highly desirable.
* Swiss or European nationality with work permit eligibility is essential.
Soft Skills Required :
Leadership & People Skills: Good leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team, drive collaboration, build relationships across departments and lead a project team to success.
Excellent Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Customer-Centric Mindset: Focused on delivering high-quality, customer-centric solutions while maintaining a solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.
Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-growing, innovative and dynamic environment, with shifting priorities. Comfortable with ambiguity and change.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify problems, take initiative, and think outside the box to find and implement effective solutions. Organized and methodical approach to project management.
Success & Growth Focused: Results oriented with a focus on deadlines, quality and the successful delivery of objectives. Willingness to constantly learn and grow.
Mindset: Ethical, honest, and respectful in all personal and professional interactions. Committed, proactive and takes full ownership of project deliverables.
What We Offer:
A competitive compensation and benefits plan that is respectful of work life balance, and which encourages eco-friendly awareness. This includes:
* Competitive salary
* Remote / Hybrid work options
* 25 days' vacation per year
* Excellent pension scheme 60% financed by employer
* Lunch card with employer contribution per month
* Allowance to encourage eco-friendly commute options