Technical Project Manager

Element Science, Inc. is a medical device and digital health company redefining how patients with heart disease are monitored and treated as they transition from the hospital to the home. Our mission is to improve outcomes for patients at risk of life-threatening cardiac events through innovative solutions at the intersection of clinical-grade wearables, advanced algorithms, and therapy delivery.
We are entering an exciting phase of growth as we move from development into early commercialization. Our approach combines hardware, software, and services to deliver a more personalized and seamless patient experience—designed with both patients and clinicians in mind. Our product, a wearable patch defibrillator, is designed for patients with a temporary elevated risk of sudden cardiac arrest, addressing a significant and underserved population of over 500,000 patients in the U.S. By focusing on comfort, usability, and clinical effectiveness, we aim to transform the standard of care during this critical period. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Element Science is backed by leading healthcare and technology investors, including Third Rock Ventures, GV (Google Ventures), Deerfield Healthcare, Cormorant Asset Management, and Invus Opportunities.
SUMMARY OF ROLE:
Element Science is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional projects spanning the full medical device product lifecycle, from early-stage research and development through design, verification and validation, manufacturing, commercialization, and ultimately into the hands of patients who depend on our life-saving technology.
This role offers the opportunity to drive meaningful technical initiatives that bridge innovation and real-world patient impact. Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Manufacturing, and Operations, the Technical Project Manager will align teams, navigate technical challenges, manage risks, and drive execution to ensure products are developed, manufactured, and delivered with the highest standards of quality, safety, and reliability.
The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience guiding medical devices from concept through commercialization, a strong understanding of the technical and regulatory complexities across the product lifecycle, and the ability to translate innovative ideas into successful product outcomes. We are looking for a collaborative, solutions-oriented leader who takes ownership, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is motivated by seeing technology make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead cross-functional projects spanning early-stage R&D, product development, design verification and validation, design transfer, manufacturing scale-up, commercialization, and sustaining engineering.
Partner with technical and operational teams to ensure seamless transitions between development phases, maintaining alignment on product requirements, quality standards, and regulatory expectations.
Drive project readiness for key development milestones, including design reviews, verification and validation, manufacturing readiness, and commercial launch.
Support ongoing product improvements informed by manufacturing performance, field experience, and patient needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.
5+ years of experience in the medical device industry, with demonstrated technical project management experience spanning the full product development lifecycle, from R&D and product design through verification and validation, manufacturing, commercialization, and post-market support.
Demonstrated experience leading medical device projects through the full product development lifecycle, from concept and R&D through manufacturing, commercialization, and post-market support.
Strong understanding of design controls, design transfer, manufacturing readiness, and the cross-functional dependencies involved in bringing regulated medical devices to market.
Experience translating complex technical requirements into executable project plans that support product quality, patient safety, and successful commercialization.
BENEFITS:
Element Science offers a very competitive salary and benefits package including, but not limited to:
Stock Options
90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid Basic Life Insurance
401(k) retirement plan (Traditional and Roth)
Competitive Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
HSA (Health Savings Account)
Employee Assistance Program through PEO
The salary for this exempt-level position will be based on experience and qualifications within an established pay range.
Pay range: $140,000 - $160,000
Element Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job.
At this time, we are unable to offer relocation assistance at Element Science.