Senior Director, R&D Technology, PLM, Orthopedics

Johnson & Johnson

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Work type
On-site
Location
New Brunswick, NJWest Chester, PAPalm Beach Gardens, FLWarsaw, INRaynham, MA
Salary
$178,000–$307,050 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
Jul 24, 2026

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $212k
This role $243k
$153k most similar roles pay here $324k

This role pays more than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $170,000–$255,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $243k versus about $212k for comparable roles.

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About Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson is a multinational corporation operating in three main segments: consumer health products, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, known for brands like Tylenol, Band-Aid, and Janssen. Industry: Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

Johnson & Johnson currently has 68 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,000–$201,250 across 65 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Director, R&D Technology, PLM, Orthopedics

The Senior Director of R&D Technology and Product Lifecycle at DePuy Synthes leads the strategic development and execution of enterprise-wide product lifecycle capabilities for medical devices. This role involves setting a comprehensive strategy and roadmap that aligns with business priorities, digital transformation goals, and regulatory requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing the design, implementation, and optimization of PLM platforms, ensuring compliance and efficiency in product development processes across R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience leading complex IT projects, managing cross-functional teams, and leveraging AI and advanced analytics to enhance R&D operations. Key skills include expertise in PLM systems like Windchill and MatVault, knowledge of medical device regulations, and the ability to translate business needs into actionable technology roadmaps. This role is pivotal in driving innovation and compliance within a global orthopedic industry leader.

What you'll do

  • Set and own the enterprise Product Lifecycle strategy aligned with business priorities.
  • Lead design and optimization of product lifecycle platforms for efficient development.
  • Ensure compliance and efficiency in product development processes across teams.
  • Oversee governance, data integrity, and change management for Product Lifecycle systems.
  • Manage relationships with technology vendors and partners for R&D technology solutions.
  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows.
  • Apply AI and advanced analytics to modernize R&D platforms and enhance decision-making.

What we're looking for

  • 12-15 years of progressive experience in IT or digital technology roles supporting R&D.
  • Proven leadership at director level managing complex cross-functional teams and programs.
  • Expertise in enterprise-scale PLM platforms, product data governance, and system implementations.
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end medical device product lifecycle processes and regulatory environments.
  • Ability to translate business strategy into technology roadmaps and executable delivery plans.
  • Experience leveraging AI in product lifecycle to increase efficiency in product development.

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