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Senior Regulatory Affairs Program Lead (Monarch) MedTech Surgery

Johnson & Johnson


Job Location:

Santa Clara County, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 125000 - 201250
Posted: 13 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

At Johnson & Johnsonwe believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented treated and curedwhere treatments are smarter and less invasive andsolutions are our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for more at

As guided by Our Credo Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Regulatory Affairs Group

Job Sub Function:

Regulatory Affairs

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Remote (US) Santa Clara California United States of America

Job Description:

About Surgery

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology were developing the next generation of smarter less invasive more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery Ready to join a team thats reimagining how we heal Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the worlds most prevalent conditions such as obesity cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at are searching for the best talent for a Senior Regulatory Affairs Program Lead to support our Robotics and Digital Solutions business. The preference for this role is a Flex/Hybrid schedule and be based in the Santa Clara CA office. Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the company. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Purpose: The Senior Regulatory Affairs Program Lead provides regulatory guidance to project teams in strategic planning and related submissions to support the Monarch Platform under minimal supervision the individual is responsible for developing and executing regulatory strategies to support new modified and currently marketed medical devices. This includes the preparation of regulatory documentation for submissions to regulatory health authorities (i.e. European Notified Body BSI European MDR and FDA). The Senior Regulatory Affairs Program Lead helps to define data and information needed for regulatory actions in conjunction with cross-functional teams. He/she guides conformance with applicable regulations through the development of best practices for Regulatory Affairs processes procedures and systems.

You will be responsible for:

  • Instills and drives a vibrant regulatory culture working among cross functional groups as a teammate and collaborator.
  • Applies strategic regulatory thinking along with technical expertise to develop and implement regulatory strategies for new product clearances and approvals.
  • Prepares and submits regulatory information required to obtain global market access
  • Write and file FDA submissions (e.g. Q-submissions IDEs 510(k)s).
  • Serves as a Regulatory Affairs subject matter expert on new product development and engineering design control teams. This includes conducting reviews and providing expert regulatory feedback for specifications device testing risk management and other relevant documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and with positioning for regulatory submission.
  • Proactively identify issues effectively communicate timelines for project completion and address complex issues that may impact registration status.
  • Conduct regulatory evaluation of changes to devices in accordance with requirements of commercial/operating geography and generate the required regulatory submission
  • Guides conformance with applicable regulations and guidance documents in product development support of claims content labeling and promotional materials.
  • Assists in the development and enhancement of Regulatory Affairs processes.

Qualifications / Requirements:

  • Minimum of a Bachelors Degreerequired Advanced Degreehighly desired; desired areas of study include Science Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of related Regulatory Affairs experience within Medical Device isrequired(4 years with Advanced Degree).
  • Experience with Class II medical device regulatory product submissionsrequired.
  • Previous experience with health authority meetings/interactions required
  • A demonstrated track record of developing and driving implementation of regulatory strategies.
  • Working knowledge of Cybersecurity regulations requirements for software as a medical device including devices with AI/ML.
  • Working knowledge of requirements for medical devices that include electronic components and associated testing (IEC 60601).
  • Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional partners. Strong attention to detail.
  • Corresponding and collaborating with J&J colleagues globally for strategic contribution and achievement of regulatory milestones.
  • Evaluating new regulatory requirements as well as regulatory changes and correctly assessing business impact.
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High organization skills with the ability to lead multiple projects/tasks simultaneously and effectively prioritize projects and tasks.
  • Strong learning skills for complex technology and presentation skills to allow presentation of complex regulatory strategies in a clear concise and comprehensive fashion.
  • This position may require up to 10% travel.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation please email the Employee Health Support Center () or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Coaching Communication Competitive Landscape Analysis Compliance Management Design Thinking Detail-Oriented Industry Analysis Market Research Package and Labeling Regulations Problem Solving Product Packaging Design Program Management Quality Assurance (QA) Regulatory Affairs Management Regulatory Compliance Researching Safety-Oriented Sustainability Sustainable Packaging

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$125000.00 - $201250.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans employees are eligible to participate in the Companys consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation 120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado 48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington 56 hours per calendar year

Holiday pay including Floating Holidays 13 days per calendar year

Work Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

Parental Leave 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Bereavement Leave 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

Caregiver Leave 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

Volunteer Leave 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off 80 hours per calendar year

For additional general information on Company benefits please go to: Experience:

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