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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior director medical device in the United States is $142,920.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,500.00 and $161,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Senior Director in Medical Device leads and manages teams responsible for the development, regulatory approval, and commercialization of medical devices. They oversee product strategy, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams such as R&D, marketing, and quality assurance. Their role also involves setting department goals, managing budgets, and building relationships with key stakeholders to drive business growth.

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As a Senior Director in Medical Device, you will regularly collaborate with diverse teams such as R&D, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, marketing, and manufacturing. Your role involves facilitating communication between departments to ensure product development aligns with both regulatory standards and market needs. You’ll often lead cross-functional meetings, set project priorities, and resolve bottlenecks to keep projects on track. This collaborative environment is crucial for successfully bringing innovative medical devices to market while meeting strict compliance and quality requirements.

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To thrive as a Senior Director in Medical Devices, you need extensive experience in product development, regulatory compliance, and a strong background in life sciences or engineering, often supported by an advanced degree. Familiarity with FDA regulations, ISO standards, quality management systems, and project management tools is typically required. Leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication are essential soft skills for guiding cross-functional teams and driving innovation. These skills ensure the safe, compliant, and successful delivery of medical devices in a highly regulated and competitive industry.
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Infographic showing various Senior Director Medical Device job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,920 per year, or $68.7 per hour.

Director Medical Device Manufacturing Operations

Castle Biosciences, Inc

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Castle Biosciences Earns "Top Workplaces USA Award" for Phoenix, Pittsburgh, and Friendswood!

Learn more at www.CastleBiosciences.com

Castle Biosciences Inc. is growing, and we are looking to hire a full-time Director Medical Device Manufacturing Operations working from our Phoenix, AZ office location, with a start date on or before October 1, 2026.

Why Castle Biosciences?

Exceptional Benefits Package:

  • Excellent Annual Salary + 35% Bonus Potential
  • 20 Accrued PTO Days Annually + 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401K with 100% Company Match up to 6%
  • 3 Health Care Plan Options + Company HSA Contribution
  • Company Stock Grant Upon Hire

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF the Director Medical Device Manufacturing Operations

We're building a brand-new medical device manufacturing operation and need an experienced leader to build it from the ground up. This Director-level role will own everything from facility startup and process validation, to team building and day-to-day operations. All within an FDA-regulated environment. It's a high-visibility opportunity for someone who thrives on creating something from scratch and wants to make a real impact at a growing diagnostics company. What you'll do: Lead the startup and commercial launch of Castle's new manufacturing facility; from equipment installation and process validation through first production runs; build and lead the manufacturing team, including hiring managers, supervisors, and technicians, and establishing the training and operational systems they need to succeed; own day-to-day manufacturing performance including safety, quality, delivery, and cost; while driving continuous improvement and ensuring ongoing FDA/ISO compliance.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Operations Management, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, MS Engineering, or related) preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience in medical device, diagnostics, or biotechnology industries, with at least 5 years in director-level or equivalent roles
  • Proven experience leading manufacturing startup operations, greenfield site launches, or significant facility expansions in FDA-regulated environments (21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, GMP)
  • Strong understanding of process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), equipment qualification, and manufacturing documentation systems

*Please see the full job description at the end of the job ad.

SCHEDULE

  • This is a full-time onsite role in Phoenix, Monday-Friday, with hours that vary based on operational needs, especially during the startup phase.

READY TO JOIN OUR BIOTECH TEAM?

We truly appreciate your time. If this feels like the right opportunity for you, we'd love for you to complete our mobile-friendly application. We're excited to learn more about you and look forward to connecting soon!

Castle Biosciences Awards and Research Developments!

WORK AUTHORIZATION

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Currently, Castle Biosciences does not sponsor H-1B visas, OPT, or employment-related visas.

ABOUT CASTLE BIOSCIENCES INC.

At Castle, it all comes down to people. After all, disease doesn't just happen - it happens to people. We believe that disease management and treatment decisions can be better informed through a person's unique biology, which is revealed through the scientific rigor of our innovative, laboratory-developed tests. We are committed to empowering healthcare providers and patients with the goal of improved outcomes.

Every employee at Castle has an impact on patient care, and we work to ensure that everyone finds their work to be both challenging and rewarding. We behave with integrity and treat our colleagues with respect and kindness. Our culture fosters an environment of trust, transparency, and collaboration. We prioritize and encourage internal growth and professional development.

Castle Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail ReasonableAccommodationsRequest@castlebiosciences.com.

This email was created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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