Technical Program Manager

Company Overview

Echo Neurotechnologies is an exciting new startup in the Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) space, driving innovation through advanced hardware engineering and AI solutions. Our mission is to deliver cutting-edge technologies that restore autonomy to people living with disabilities and improve their quality of life.

Team Culture

Join a small, dedicated team of knowledgeable and motivated professionals. Our early-stage environment offers the opportunity to take ownership of broad decisions with significant and long-lasting impact. We emphasize continuous learning and growth, fostering cross-functional collaboration where your contributions are vital to our success.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager with a strong background in medical devices, hardware engineering, design verification and validation (V&V), and expertise in design controls to lead technical teams in the development and delivery of complex technical programs. As the Technical Program Manager, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end execution of a novel medical device program, ensuring collaboration and communication across the core teams and leaders, as well as compliance with regulatory and quality requirements. You will use your leadership skills to help the team problem-solve, drive decision-making, and deliver results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage relationships with internal and external teams including suppliers and development partners across engineering, quality, and manufacturing to deliver medical device programs for IDE early feasibility studies, pivotal clinical trials, and PMA submissions.

• Coordinate across departments (Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing) and with external partners to execute logistics timelines against program goals.

• Act as the primary point of contact for project status, effectively communicating progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to core team, stakeholders, and external partners.

• Develop and maintain project schedules, logistics plans, and risk mitigation strategies with internal and external teams.

• Collaborate with engineering teams on the design and development and oversee the planning and execution of hardware deliverables.

• Manage and drive team on project design control deliverables, including Product Requirements, Risk Analyses, DVT, MVP, and more.

• Use Jira and other tools to create, manage, and track tasks, sprints, and project progress, ensuring clear visibility and accountability across teams.

• Provide technical guidance and support design reviews, technical problem-solving, and risk assessments, drawing on your engineering expertise.

• Proactively identify and address program challenges, driving solutions to ensure timely delivery of critical milestones.

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within program teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).

• 5+ years of program management in product development from concept development to production release.

• Serve as a key point of contact for external consultants and contractors, including manufacturing partners and suppliers.

• Demonstrated success in managing projects and complex logistics with tight timelines.

• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools such as MS Project, Jira, sprint planning, and task tracking, including creating trackers, dashboards, and reporting.

• Knowledge of medical device development processes, including design controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance for medical devices.

• Technical background in hardware, electronics, embedded systems, or similar fields, with an understanding of V&V and design transfer activities for hardware projects.

• Experience in establishing work relationships across multi-disciplinary teams and with partners in different time zones, building trust and demonstrating critical thinking and thought leadership.

• Experience managing suppliers (both domestic and international) for hardware components and subassemblies development.

• Familiarity with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality systems relevant to hardware and electronics, such as ISO 13485 and FDA regulations.

Skills and Abilities

• A proven track record for managing complex technical projects and logistics with a tight timeline.

• Strong leadership skills; self-starter, good listening skills.

• Superior written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical skills with excellent problem-solving abilities.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Experience with positively managing change and conflict.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work on exciting, cutting-edge projects to transform patients’ lives in a highly collaborative work environment.

• Competitive compensation, including stock options.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• 401(k) program with matching contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Echo Neurotechnologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Confidentiality

All applications will be treated confidentially. Applicants may be asked to sign an NDA after the initial stages of the interview process.