Senior Product Owner

Senior Product Owner

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

• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• 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

• Product Delivery & Performance
• 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:

• Education: 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.