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The Senior IT Manager for Enterprise Architecture & Data Platforms (EADP) at Medtronic is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing project management, program management, portfolio management, and continuous improvement activities within EADP. This includes defining project scope, goals, benefits, and deliverables, as well as managing resources, timelines, and budgets. Additionally, the role involves coordinating related projects, managing the IT portfolio, driving continuous improvement, providing leadership and collaboration, ensuring governance and compliance, and contributing to strategic planning. Ultimately, the Senior IT Manager for EADP is accountable for driving operational excellence, delivering value through IT initiatives, and contributing to the overall success of the EADP organization. The preferred candidate is SAFe 6.0 Lean Portfolio Manager (LPM) certified. The preferred candidate has a proven track record of developing teams and maturing capabilities. The ideal candidate is capable of developing individual contributors into the future leaders of the organization.

We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result —and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) means zero barriers to opportunity within Medtronic and a culture where all employees belong, are respected, and feel valued for who they are and the life experiences they contribute. We know equity starts beyond our workplace, and we must play a role in addressing systemic inequities in our communications if we hope to have long-term sustainable impact.

Anchored in our Mission, we continue to drive ID&E forward both to enhance the well-being of Medtronic employees and to accelerate innovation that brings our lifesaving technologies to more people in more places around the world.

Bring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions – we’re a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to be a part of technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We encourage and support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare. Join us for a career in IT that changes lives. Medtronic is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. Check out the accomplishments of our Women in IT group! http://bit.ly/MedtronicWomeninIT.

A Day in the Life

• Overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects within the EADP value stream, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and successful outcomes. This involves defining project scope, goals, and deliverables, as well as managing project resources, timelines, and budgets to ensure efficient project management.

• Coordinating and managing multiple related projects within the EADP value stream, addressing interdependencies, risks, and issues across the program portfolio.

• Managing the EADP IT portfolio, including prioritization, resource allocation, and strategic alignment with business objectives, evaluating and selecting projects based on their potential value and impact.

• Driving a culture of continuous improvement within the EADP value stream, identifying opportunities for enhancing operational efficiency, optimizing processes, and implementing best practices in project and program . . management.

• Establishing and driving continuous improvement of portfolio execution leveraging the Scaled Agile Framework.

• Providing leadership and guidance to a team of IT professionals, fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams, and building strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization.

• Ensuring compliance with IT governance frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements, implementing effective controls and measures to mitigate risks.

• Contributing to the development and execution of the EADP IT strategy, aligning IT initiatives with business goals, and driving innovation and transformation within the value stream.

• Responsible for driving operational excellence and delivering value through IT initiatives, contributing to the overall success of the EADP organization.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• 18+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or 15+ years of experience with an advanced degree.

• 8+ years of managerial experience.

Nice to Have

• Previous Medtronic experience.

• Prior experience and proven track record in software development, architecture or other highly technical roles prior to becoming a project management and continuous improvement people leader.

• Project and program management certification such as the Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP) or agile certified practitioner (PMI-ACP).

• Knowledge of IT governance and compliance frameworks.

• Experience in strategic planning and leadership.

• Continuous improvement and operational excellence background. Certified in continuous improvement.

• SAFe 6.0 Lean Portfolio Manager (LPM) certified.

• Prior experience in healthcare technology, medical devices, life sciences.

• Understanding of healthcare regulatory requirements and compliance standards.

• Organizational Change Management (OCM) and transformation experience.

• Stakeholder management expertise.

• Proficiency in data management, analytics, business intelligence and automation tools.

• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms and scalable IT infrastructure solutions.

• Skills in identifying and mitigating project, program and portfolio related risks.

• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation.

About Medtronic

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.

Physical Job Requirements

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.