iTester Inc
Industry: Medical Devices | Neurotechnology | Digital Health
Employment Type: Full-time | Long-term Executive Role
The Opportunity
A fast-scaling, innovation-driven healthcare technology organization operating at the intersection of medical devices, neuroscience, and advanced digital platforms is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead enterprise-wide execution. The organization is entering a pivotal scale-up phase, with multiple areas of activity, a strong R&D foundation, and a growing portfolio of regulated healthcare products. This role is designed for a senior operator who combines deep operational rigor with regulatory awareness and a clear ambition to progress into a CEO role over time. Role Overview
Reporting directly to the Founder/CEO and working closely with the Board, the COO will be responsible for translating strategic vision into disciplined execution across operations, product commercialization, regulatory readiness, and people leadership. This is a hands-on, high-impact role suited for a leader who thrives in complex, regulated environments and is motivated by long-term value creation. Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Lead and scale end-to-end operations across multiple business units and functional areas Establish operating cadence, performance metrics, governance frameworks, and execution discipline Ensure seamless coordination across R&D, engineering, manufacturing, clinical, and commercial teams Product & Market Execution
Oversee the transition of products from development to successful market launch Drive operational readiness for scaling medical and neurotechnology products in domestic and international markets Partner with product and commercial leaders to accelerate time-to-market while maintaining quality and compliance Regulatory & Compliance
Support and oversee FDA submissions, regulatory strategy, and quality systems Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. and international medical device regulations Build scalable regulatory and documentation processes to support future product pipelines People & Culture
Lead, develop, and mentor cross-functional leadership teams Build a high-performance, mission-driven culture across technical, clinical, and business functions Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholder groups, including scientists, clinicians, engineers, and operators Strategic Partnership & CEO Readiness
Serve as a trusted partner to the CEO on enterprise strategy, growth planning, and execution Prepare the organization for future funding rounds, partnerships, and global expansion Develop the breadth of leadership required to assume CEO responsibilities over time Ideal Candidate Profile
Experience & Background
Multiple years of experience as a COO or in a comparable senior operating role Strong experience in medical, healthcare, or medical device environments (medical devices strongly preferred) Experience operating organizations with multiple lines of business or product portfolios Exposure to FDA submissions, regulatory frameworks, and compliance processes Proven track record of bringing regulated products to market Leadership & Commitment
Strong people leader with the ability to align teams around execution and accountability High integrity, resilience, and comfort operating in scale-up environments Clear aspiration to grow into a CEO role Willingness to make a long-term commitment (minimum 4+ years) Availability
Ability to start in the near term Willingness to be based in or relocate to Tucson, Arizona, with flexibility for hybrid engagement Why This Role
Play a central role in building a high-impact, category-defining healthcare technology company Significant influence over strategy, operations, and culture Clear pathway toward future CEO leadership Opportunity to work at the forefront of neurotechnology and medical innovation Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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A fast-scaling, innovation-driven healthcare technology organization operating at the intersection of medical devices, neuroscience, and advanced digital platforms is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead enterprise-wide execution. The organization is entering a pivotal scale-up phase, with multiple areas of activity, a strong R&D foundation, and a growing portfolio of regulated healthcare products. This role is designed for a senior operator who combines deep operational rigor with regulatory awareness and a clear ambition to progress into a CEO role over time. Role Overview
Reporting directly to the Founder/CEO and working closely with the Board, the COO will be responsible for translating strategic vision into disciplined execution across operations, product commercialization, regulatory readiness, and people leadership. This is a hands-on, high-impact role suited for a leader who thrives in complex, regulated environments and is motivated by long-term value creation. Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Lead and scale end-to-end operations across multiple business units and functional areas Establish operating cadence, performance metrics, governance frameworks, and execution discipline Ensure seamless coordination across R&D, engineering, manufacturing, clinical, and commercial teams Product & Market Execution
Oversee the transition of products from development to successful market launch Drive operational readiness for scaling medical and neurotechnology products in domestic and international markets Partner with product and commercial leaders to accelerate time-to-market while maintaining quality and compliance Regulatory & Compliance
Support and oversee FDA submissions, regulatory strategy, and quality systems Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. and international medical device regulations Build scalable regulatory and documentation processes to support future product pipelines People & Culture
Lead, develop, and mentor cross-functional leadership teams Build a high-performance, mission-driven culture across technical, clinical, and business functions Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholder groups, including scientists, clinicians, engineers, and operators Strategic Partnership & CEO Readiness
Serve as a trusted partner to the CEO on enterprise strategy, growth planning, and execution Prepare the organization for future funding rounds, partnerships, and global expansion Develop the breadth of leadership required to assume CEO responsibilities over time Ideal Candidate Profile
Experience & Background
Multiple years of experience as a COO or in a comparable senior operating role Strong experience in medical, healthcare, or medical device environments (medical devices strongly preferred) Experience operating organizations with multiple lines of business or product portfolios Exposure to FDA submissions, regulatory frameworks, and compliance processes Proven track record of bringing regulated products to market Leadership & Commitment
Strong people leader with the ability to align teams around execution and accountability High integrity, resilience, and comfort operating in scale-up environments Clear aspiration to grow into a CEO role Willingness to make a long-term commitment (minimum 4+ years) Availability
Ability to start in the near term Willingness to be based in or relocate to Tucson, Arizona, with flexibility for hybrid engagement Why This Role
Play a central role in building a high-impact, category-defining healthcare technology company Significant influence over strategy, operations, and culture Clear pathway toward future CEO leadership Opportunity to work at the forefront of neurotechnology and medical innovation Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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