Johnson Health Tech (JHT) is expanding
its innovation efforts in hearing technology and is seeking a Senior Product
Owner to help shape the next generation of hearing device solutions.

This role sits within JHT’s global
R&D organization and plays a key role in defining how new hearing
technologies are brought to life. Working closely with engineering, audiology,
marketing, and business leaders, including the SyncLync team, this individual
will translate product vision into actionable development plans that guide
engineering teams from concept through delivery.

This is a high-impact product
leadership role focused on innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and
delivering meaningful advancements in hearing technology.

Position Overview:

Reporting to Johnson Health Tech’s
R&D organization, the Senior Product Owner will translate product
strategy into clear development priorities and guide cross-functional teams in
delivering hearing device features and capabilities.

This individual will work closely with
product managers, engineers, and global stakeholders to define minimum viable
products (MVPs), manage development backlogs, and ensure teams build features
that deliver the highest value to customers and the business.

Success in this role requires strong
communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex
technical development environments while maintaining alignment across multiple
stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Strategy
& Vision Translation

• Translate
  product vision into clear feature definitions, user stories, and tactical
  development plans
  
• Collaborate
  with product managers and business partners to shape product strategy and
  long-term roadmaps
  
• Help define
  minimum viable product (MVP) scope and prioritize features based on business
  value and customer needs. 
  

Agile Development Leadership

• Own and manage
  the product backlog, including grooming, prioritization, and refinement
  
• Ensure
  development teams have clear requirements, acceptance criteria, and success
  metrics
  
• Participate in
  sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives to support continuous improvement
  

• Work closely
  with engineering, audiology, marketing, quality, and manufacturing teams to
  ensure alignment
  
• Facilitate
  communication between business stakeholders and development teams
  
• Identify and
  remove barriers that may impact product delivery
  

•  Monitor key
  performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure product features meet quality and
  performance expectations
  
• Evaluate
  feasibility, cost implications, and development tradeoffs during product
  planning
  
• Support
  product launches by coordinating testing, training, and operational readiness
  

Team Leadership
& Mentorship

• Mentor team members and contribute to product development best practices
  
• Promote strong collaboration and alignment across global teams
  
• Help drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous
  improvement
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering,
  Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  
• MBA or advanced degree preferred
  

Experience

• 7+ years of experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager working
  within Agile development environments
  
• Proven experience translating product vision into development
  requirements and backlogs
  
• Experience working closely with engineering teams delivering complex
  technology products
  
• Knowledge of electrical hardware systems or system integration is a plus
  

Skills &
Leadership Attributes

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and align diverse groups
  around shared goals
  
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
  
• Comfortable making decisions and prioritizing work in fast-moving
  development environments
  
• Strong experimental mindset and ability to drive innovation amidst
  uncertainty
  

Additional Details

• Based in Cottage Grove, WI
  
• Reports directly to JHT VP of R&D
  
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (~4x per year)
  
• Willing to collaborate across global time zones