Senior Software Project Manager (Medical Devices)

Kinneir Dufort
Bristol
1 week ago
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About Us

Ensera Design is a world-class user-centred innovation and product development consultancy, specializing in the medical and consumer health sectors. As part of the Ensera Group, we collaborate globally with contract manufacturing facilities in Europe, the USA, and Asia, alongside additional design and product development teams in New Jersey and Colorado.


We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Software Project Manager to join our talented team and contribute to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients.


About the Role

We are seeking a software Project or Delivery Manager with proven experience in medical product development. Our Project Managers work collaboratively with project teams to ensure clients receive timely and consistent updates. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen and demonstrate the ability to foster and maintain robust client relationships. Responsibilities include providing guidance and support to team members as well as independently leading assigned projects.


The role will be focused on managing the delivery of multidisciplinary product development projects with a software and digital focus.


Your skills and experience

Whilst you do not need to meet all of these points, please ensure you meet the majority of them before making an application.


We consider the following to be essential criteria:



  • Three or more years' experience in managing medical device software development projects
  • Experience in working to IEC 62304.
  • Experience of full life cycle management, including products with significant software.
  • Strong commercial understanding from a company and client perspective.
  • Demonstrable experience collaborating with other Project Managers.

We consider the following to be desirable criteria:



  • Experience with development of Class 3 medical devices.
  • Experience of managing software projects using agile methods, and ability to pragmatically adapt the approaches, ceremonies and tooling to the needs of the project.
  • Experience of using Application Lifecycle Management tools, such as Jira or Azure DevOps
  • A calm, level‑headed approach to managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
  • A people person with experience implementing various project management approaches.
  • Experience mentoring and directing software developers, testers and other team members.
  • Experience authoring and presenting statements of work or project bid documents to clients or senior stakeholders.
  • Experience in working to specific standards e.g. ISO9001 & ISO13485, ISO14971.
  • Capable of establishing strong client relationships, committed to a results‑oriented approach, and dedicated to continuous professional development.

For this role we are considering a salary of up to £89,760, although for the right candidates we would be willing to explore a figure above this. As part of your application, we will ask you to state your desired salary. If you would like to discuss your salary expectations in more detail, then please reach out.


Why work with us?

Ensera Design offers interesting and varied work combined and a supportive team culture to provide a stimulating environment where you will have the opportunity to develop and learn from others. We offer flexible working policies where working patterns are agreed with our line managers, taking into account the role, needs of the individual and the team.


We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team.


We offer:



  • Performance‑related company‑wide bonus.
  • Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (Mon-Thu, 9:30am-12:00pm & 2:00pm-4:00pm; Fri, 9:30am-12:00pm).
  • Private healthcare for you and your family.
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
  • Matched contributory pension scheme.
  • 25 days of annual leave, plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform.
  • Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes.
  • Death in service (x4 gross salary).
  • Training and development opportunities, including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge‑sharing sessions.
  • A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company‑wide meeting.
  • Free breakfast every Wednesday, monthly team lunches, and plenty of opportunities to socialise, including team‑organized activities, summer and Christmas parties, and more.

About us

Ensera Design is based in an iconic Grade II listed building in the heart of Bristol. Our vibrant workspace houses state‑of‑the‑art labs, a design studio, usability suites, and collaborative meeting spaces. Nestled in a lively neighbourhood with independent shops, we’re just a short walk from Park Street, the Harbourside, and St. Nick’s Markets.


We are proud of our values:



  • Find a way: we work as one team, combining our knowledge and experience to unite around a shared goal. We trust each other and do what's needed to get things done and exceed expectations.
  • Pull together: We believe anything is possible. When faced with challenges we take the initiative, using our creative spirit and determination to find bold solutions and deliver results that move us forward.
  • Care: We act with integrity, take pride in our work, and support each other. We each play our part to make a positive impact for our customers, our colleagues and our planet.

Our diverse, multidisciplinary team spans research, design, human factors, engineering, prototyping, manufacturing, and beyond. Together, we deliver cutting‑edge solutions for clients ranging from global leaders to innovative start‑ups, with a particular focus on medical devices, drug delivery, orthopaedics, and diagnostics.


Do we sound like a good match for you?

If you’d like to apply or discuss the role, we’d love to hear from you. If you think you might be the right person for us but want an informal chat first, then get in touch via .


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