Job Description

Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear develops world-leading medical devices that help people hear. As a top 100 medical device company and market-leader in implantable hearing devices, more people choose a Cochlear-branded cochlear implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly capable Project Manager to lead complex product and system development projects within our global R&D organisation based in Gothenburg, Sweden.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering projects aligned to our product and services roadmap, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards

You will operate in a matrixed, global environment, working across engineering, quality, marketing, regulatory, clinical and operations to bring innovative medical solutions to life.

About Cochlear

At Cochlear, we help people hear and be heard.

We are the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, with a clear purpose to help people experience a lifetime of hearing Our technologies connect people to the world around them, improving quality of life and enabling human connection.

Working at Cochlear means:

• Being part of a purpose-driven organisation focused on patient outcomes

• Contributing to cutting-edge medical technology and innovation

• Collaborating in a truly global and cross-functional environment

• Joining a culture built on trust, accountability, and continuous improvement

What We Offer

At Cochlear, we aim to create an environment where you can do your best work and grow your career.

You can expect:

• Meaningful impact – your work directly contributes to life-changing medical solutions

• Autonomy & trust – lead complex projects with accountability and support

• Global exposure – work across international teams and senior stakeholders

• Professional growth – opportunities to strengthen leadership, project management, and strategic capabilities

• Collaborative culture – work in teams that value openness, diverse perspectives, and shared success

• Flexible work arrangements with possibility to work from home two days a week

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex development projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and timelines

• Manage project budgets typically ranging between ~$0.5M–$3M

• Drive cross-functional collaboration and alignment across senior stakeholders and executive leadership

• Lead and influence multidisciplinary teams without direct reporting authority

• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) and regulatory requirements

• Proactively identify risks, resolve issues early, and ensure successful project outcomes

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices across the organisation

What You Bring

Experience

• Proven track record delivering complex technical or product development projects successfully

• Experience leading cross-functional teams across engineering, marketing, quality, clinical, regulatory, and operations

• Background in regulated environments, ideally medical devices

• Experience influencing senior stakeholders without direct authority

• ~10+ years’ experience in project management or leadership roles

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of project management principles in regulated product development environments

• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and compliance frameworks

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• Strategic thinking and strong business acumen

• Financial and portfolio management capabilities (budgeting, forecasting, cost control)

Competencies

• Ability to lead through influence in complex, matrixed organisations

• Strong decision-making in ambiguous environments

• System thinking with a focus on broader business outcomes

• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong risk management capabilities

What Motivates You

• Delivering high-impact projects that improve patient outcomes

• Solving complex problems and creating structure in ambiguity

• Influencing stakeholders and driving alignment across functions

• Improving ways of working and strengthening project management practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science (minimum requirement)

• Fluent English (written and spoken)

Ready to Apply?

If you are motivated by delivering complex, high-impact projects and want to contribute to life-changing technology, we would love to hear from you.

A Little About Cochlear

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping people to Hear Now. And Always. Cochlear is the global market leader in implantable hearing solutions including cochlear implant systems (CI) and bone anchored hearing aids (Baha™).

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