Leadership in Digital Medtech​/Pharma​/Medical devices​/Healthcare​/Lifeciences

Position: Leadership Role in Digital for Medtech/Pharma/Medical devices/Healthcare/Lifeciences
An accomplished and strategic Senior Digital Delivery Leader should be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end delivery of digital products and services that drive healthcare innovation and improve patient outcomes. This professional typically leads cross-functional teams, manages complex project portfolios, and acts as the bridge between technology and business strategy. With a deep understanding of both agile delivery frameworks and the highly regulated medical device industry, they ensure solutions are delivered efficiently, on budget, and in full compliance.
Profile summary
Experience : 10+ years in technology and delivery leadership roles, with at least 5 years focused on digital health, medical devices, or life sciences.
Expertise : A proven track record in guiding digital transformation and leading the delivery of complex, enterprise-level programs, including Software as a Medical Device (SaMD), data analytics, and cloud migration.
Leadership :
Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, QA, product, and regulatory affairs.
Medtech specialization :
Deep knowledge of the Medtech industry, including quality management systems (QMS), regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, MDR), and security standards.
Agile mindset : A strong command of agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) to foster collaboration, optimize team performance, and ensure consistent, iterative value delivery.
Business acumen :
Ability to align digital delivery with strategic business goals, manage budgets, and engage with C-level stakeholders to drive impactful outcomes.
Core competencies and responsibilities
Strategic planning and execution
Digital roadmap :
Define and execute the digital product and solutions roadmap in close collaboration with senior leadership and business stakeholders.
Risk management :
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to project delivery, regulatory compliance, and technology stack.
Financial oversight :
Manage program budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation to ensure cost-effective and on-time delivery.
Leadership and team management
Team development :
Recruit, mentor, and coach high-performing delivery teams, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Cross-functional collaboration :
Act as the primary liaison between technical teams, product managers, marketing, and regulatory departments to ensure a unified approach to delivery.
Stakeholder engagement :
Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, providing clear and transparent communication on progress, challenges, and outcomes.
Digital innovation and technology
Platform modernization :
Lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems, integrate connected devices, and migrate platforms to secure, scalable cloud environments.
Technology oversight :
Provide technical guidance and steer architectural decisions to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with industry trends.
Compliance and security :
Ensure all digital products and platforms adhere to stringent Medtech regulations and data privacy standards (e.g., HIPAA).
Agile delivery and process excellence
Process improvement :
Develop and refine agile delivery frameworks to increase efficiency, reduce time-to-market, and elevate product quality.
Metrics and reporting :
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure delivery velocity, project health, and business impact, reporting outcomes to leadership.
Agile ceremonies :
Facilitate agile events, remove blockers, and support teams in delivering value consistently and predictably.
Educational and professional background
Educational :
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, or Life Sciences). An advanced degree (e.g., MBA or M.S.) is preferred.
Certifications :
Professional certifications such as PMP, SAFe, or Scrum Master are highly desirable.