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Senior Manager, IT R&D Systems
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Johnson & Johnson MedTech .
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured. We are committed to developing smarter, less invasive, and more personalized treatments, especially in the field of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL). Learn more at https://www.jnj.com. The role is located in Santa Clara, CA.
Position Overview The IT Senior Manager – R&D Systems will lead the strategic and operational management of R&D platforms supporting Shockwave Medical’s product development lifecycle. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless integration, performance, and compliance of critical R&D systems within the broader Johnson & Johnson MedTech ecosystem.
You will be responsible for overseeing the support, enhancement, and governance of R&D Systems used in clinical trials, product design, and regulatory submissions. The role demands strong leadership, technical acumen, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive innovation, efficiency, and compliance in a regulated medical device environment.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy
Lead a team of IT professionals and contractors supporting R&D systems.
Define and execute the roadmap for R&D systems aligned with Shockwave and JnJ MedTech goals.
Partner with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, and Quality teams to understand evolving needs and translate them into scalable IT solutions.
Application Support & Optimization
Oversee day‑to‑day operations, incident management, and performance monitoring of R&D systems.
Ensure timely resolution of application issues and proactive system health checks.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives including automation, integration, and user experience enhancements.
Compliance & Governance
Ensure all systems comply with GxP, ISO, and JnJ design control requirements.
Maintain audit readiness and support internal/external inspections.
Manage data integrity, access controls, and cybersecurity protocols in collaboration with Cybersecurity organization.
Project & Vendor Management
Lead cross‑functional projects including SSO migrations, system upgrades, and new tool implementations.
Manage vendor relationships and service level agreements (SLAs).
Coordinate with JnJ IT Infrastructure and Technical Services to align support models and deployment strategies.
Integration & Change Management
Support Shockwave’s integration into systems including ERP, MES, and Data platforms.
Facilitate training and onboarding for new tools and processes.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Procurement to ensure alignment across business functions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (master’s preferred).
8+ years of experience in IT Systems, preferably in MedTech or life sciences.
Proven leadership in managing R&D systems and cross‑functional teams.
Strong understanding of clinical trial systems, product development workflows, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with Shockwave R&D systems is highly desirable.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
Additional Information
The anticipated base pay for this position is $138,000–$238,050 annually.
The Company maintains highly competitive, performance‑based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.
Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company‑sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com.
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Senior Manager, IT R&D Systems
role at
Johnson & Johnson MedTech .
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured. We are committed to developing smarter, less invasive, and more personalized treatments, especially in the field of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL). Learn more at https://www.jnj.com. The role is located in Santa Clara, CA.
Position Overview The IT Senior Manager – R&D Systems will lead the strategic and operational management of R&D platforms supporting Shockwave Medical’s product development lifecycle. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless integration, performance, and compliance of critical R&D systems within the broader Johnson & Johnson MedTech ecosystem.
You will be responsible for overseeing the support, enhancement, and governance of R&D Systems used in clinical trials, product design, and regulatory submissions. The role demands strong leadership, technical acumen, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive innovation, efficiency, and compliance in a regulated medical device environment.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy
Lead a team of IT professionals and contractors supporting R&D systems.
Define and execute the roadmap for R&D systems aligned with Shockwave and JnJ MedTech goals.
Partner with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, and Quality teams to understand evolving needs and translate them into scalable IT solutions.
Application Support & Optimization
Oversee day‑to‑day operations, incident management, and performance monitoring of R&D systems.
Ensure timely resolution of application issues and proactive system health checks.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives including automation, integration, and user experience enhancements.
Compliance & Governance
Ensure all systems comply with GxP, ISO, and JnJ design control requirements.
Maintain audit readiness and support internal/external inspections.
Manage data integrity, access controls, and cybersecurity protocols in collaboration with Cybersecurity organization.
Project & Vendor Management
Lead cross‑functional projects including SSO migrations, system upgrades, and new tool implementations.
Manage vendor relationships and service level agreements (SLAs).
Coordinate with JnJ IT Infrastructure and Technical Services to align support models and deployment strategies.
Integration & Change Management
Support Shockwave’s integration into systems including ERP, MES, and Data platforms.
Facilitate training and onboarding for new tools and processes.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Procurement to ensure alignment across business functions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (master’s preferred).
8+ years of experience in IT Systems, preferably in MedTech or life sciences.
Proven leadership in managing R&D systems and cross‑functional teams.
Strong understanding of clinical trial systems, product development workflows, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with Shockwave R&D systems is highly desirable.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
Additional Information
The anticipated base pay for this position is $138,000–$238,050 annually.
The Company maintains highly competitive, performance‑based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.
Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company‑sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com.
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