Symmetrio

The Global Product Marketing Director will develop and execute the global product roadmap and launch strategy for a neurosurgical robot. This role involves collaboration with engineering, marketing, and clinical users to ensure product success and evolution across regions. | Candidates should have 7+ years of product management or marketing experience in the medical device industry, preferably in robotics or neurosurgery. A bachelor's degree is required, with an MBA or advanced technical degree preferred. | We’re partnering with a rapidly growing global technology innovator that’s applying its expertise in precision automation, and vision systems to revolutionize neurosurgical robotics. The company’s FDA-cleared, navigated cranial robotic system is entering full commercialization across U.S. and international markets. The Global Product Manager will define and drive global product strategy for a next-generation neurosurgical robot used in deep brain stimulation, biopsy, and other minimally invasive cranial procedures. This role serves as the critical bridge between engineering, marketing, and clinical users — ensuring commercial success and product evolution across multiple regions. Please note: Relocation to San Diego is required within 12 months of hire. Key Responsibilities Global Product Strategy: Develop and execute the global product roadmap, positioning, and launch strategy to drive adoption and market penetration. Voice of Customer (VOC): Lead clinical and market research to capture insights from neurosurgeons, hospitals, and distributors; translate those into actionable product requirements. Lifecycle Management: Oversee the product throughout its lifecycle, from concept through obsolescence — including enhancements, upgrades, and integration opportunities. Market Development: Partner with regional sales and marketing teams to identify new indications, segments, and geographic expansion opportunities. Competitive Intelligence: Monitor neurosurgical robotics, navigation, and image-guided surgery trends; deliver regular market insights to leadership. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, regulatory, clinical, and operations teams to align development and commercialization priorities. Commercial Enablement: Create sales tools, clinical value messaging, and training content to support global product launches. KOL Engagement: Partner with leading neurosurgeons to advance validation studies, reference site development, and ongoing clinical feedback. 7+ years of product management or marketing experience in the medical device industry, ideally within robotics, surgical navigation, neurosurgery, or capital equipment. Proven success managing products through launch and global commercialization. Background in engineering, biomedical sciences, or clinical applications preferred. Strong understanding of hospital capital sales cycles, as well as regulatory and reimbursement dynamics. Experience collaborating across international markets and cross-functional teams. Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills. Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.