Senior Manager, R&D Future Technologies

As the Senior Manager, R&D Future Technologies you will lead the technology strategy that shapes the next generation of Peripheral Vascular surgical solutions. In this high‑visibility role, you will turn breakthrough ideas into scalable platforms - advancing clinical precision, simplifying workflows, and accelerating innovation that improves patient outcomes worldwide.

To learn more about Stryker’s Peripheral Vascular portfolio, click here: Stryker Peripheral Vascular

This is a hybrid or onsite role based in Irvine, CA; candidates must live within commuting distance and be onsite 4-5 days per week.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop high-performing R&D team by executing a robust talent strategy focused on attraction, retention, and engagement.

• Anticipate and assess emerging peripheral surgical technology trends by partnering with marketing and physicians to shape portfolio direction and maintain competitive advantage.

• Spearhead the adoption of digital engineering tools, advanced analytics, and AI/ML capabilities to accelerate R&D cycles and strengthen data driven decision making.

• Drive cross-functional collaboration to solve complex technical and business challenges using structured problem-solving methodologies.

• Manage high-complexity projects, including planning, budgeting, and staffing, to meet business goals and timelines.

• Translate department goals into actionable performance objectives for direct reports.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements by overseeing design control processes and reviewing technical documentation.

• Lead Voice of Customer activities and champion customer-centric design practices.

• Develop and manage cost center budgets and contribute to business unit-level financial planning.

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to assess emerging technologies and shape technical strategies.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in R&D or engineering roles.

• At least 4 years of direct people management experience.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Experience managing budgets and financial planning at the project or department level.

• Experience guiding a team through a full medical device or surgical technology product development cycle, including scaleup and launch related activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in coaching and developing team members through performance management strategies.

• Strong understanding of the healthcare market and clinical needs.

• Experience leading Voice of Customer initiatives and applying customer insights to product development.

• Ability to communicate complex technical and strategic concepts to diverse audiences.

• Experience with regulatory frameworks for medical devices (e.g., FDA, EU MDR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304).

$155,900 - $259,800 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.