[Remote] Principal R&D Project Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Johnson & Johnson is a leading healthcare company focused on innovation in medical technology. They are seeking a Principal R&D Project Manager to oversee projects within the Navigation platform in Digital R&D, ensuring successful delivery of projects in a regulated medical device environment.ResponsibilitiesOwn project planning and baseline management for assigned Navigation projects, including project charter, scope baseline, WBS, and an integrated master schedule aligned to the platform program planManage project schedule execution, critical path tracking, milestone readiness, and schedule recovery actions; maintain and communicate weekly status to the platform leadership teamOwn the project budget baseline, track actuals and forecasts, and perform earned value management (EVM) tracking; provide inputs for program-level financial reviews and funding decisionsMaintain the project RAID log (risks, issues, assumptions, dependencies) with proactive mitigation actions; escalate cross-project or platform-level risks and decisions through the Platform Program ManagerLead weekly project core team meetings, drive action/decision tracking, and ensure timely follow-through across cross-functional contributorsDrive disciplined design controls and Design & Development Planning (DDP) execution, ensuring required evidence packages and reviews support regulatory and quality expectationsPlan and drives phase-gate readiness activities and toll-gate submissions (schedule, documentation, V&V readiness, risk status, and stakeholder alignment)Manage project change requests (scope/schedule/cost) and ensure changes are reviewed, approved, and documented per governance and change control expectationsDrives project resource demand and capacity planning with functional leaders; surface and resolve resource conflicts and negotiate mitigation plans or escalations as neededSupport hybrid execution cadence (Agile sprints + hardware work packages) by coordinating sprint planning inputs, backlog readiness, and integration dependencies with the Scrum Master, Software Lead, and technical leadsCoordinate vendor/contractor deliverables and procurement tracking (SOW/PO/PCARD) in partnership with PM Operations and Finance; ensure supplier work aligns to schedule, quality, and deliverablesExecutes assigned project(s) and provides data-driven recommendations and inputsLeads project closure activities including lessons learned, final reporting, and transition to sustaining/operations as applicableProvide transparent project dashboards and stakeholder communications (status, KPIs, risks, decisions, and next milestones), and initiate/manage project escalations through closure when requiredSkillsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field5+ years of project management experience within regulated class II and product development environments (medical device, robotics, navigation, or software-enabled products preferred)Experience with phase-gate execution and design controls documentation in a QMS environment. Deep understanding of regulated medical device product development and phase-gate execution, including FDA 21 CFR 820.30 / ISO 13485 design controlsExperience managing complex, cross-functional programs across software, systems, and hardware, including integrated planning across requirements, architecture, V&V, clinical, quality, and regulatory deliverablesDemonstrated technical problem-solving leadershipExcellent knowledge of Agile, Lean, SAFe, or hybrid execution modelsStrong project controls and financial acumen including budget baselining, forecasting, earned value management (EVM) concepts, and data-driven performance reportingDemonstrated ability to build and manage integrated schedules (IMS/WBS), critical path, and dependency mapping across cross-functional teamsProficiency with project management tooling (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Planisware/Cadence PPM, Jira/Azure DevOps) and documentation practicesStrong stakeholder management and communication skills; ability to produce clear dashboards, executive updates, and decision briefsExperience operating in Agile/SAFe or hybrid delivery models; ability to drive project resource and schedule planningStrong in RAID management and structured escalation; ability to drive mitigation actions and decisions to closureStrong in project controls including budget baselining, forecasting, and earned value management (EVM) conceptsExperience with Class II or Class III medical devices, robotics, navigation, or software-enabled productsBenefitsSubject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:Vacation –120 hours per calendar yearSick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar yearHoliday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar yearWork, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar yearParental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a childBereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar yearCaregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 daysVolunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar yearMilitary Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar yearCompany OverviewAt Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. It was founded in 1886, and is headquartered in New Brunswick, NJ, US, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.jnj.com.Company H1B SponsorshipJohnson & Johnson has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2026, 48 in 2025, 56 in 2024, 58 in 2023, 59 in 2022, 44 in 2021, 27 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.