Senior Manager, OTTAVA Communications

Job Overview We’re seeking a forward‑thinking, results‑oriented communications leader who excels at execution and strategic collaboration to help shape the future of surgical robotics and digital surgery business. The Senior Manager, OTTAVA Communications will sit out of our Santa Clara, CA office location on a hybrid work schedule. As Senior Manager, OTTAVA Communications for Johnson & Johnson MedTech’s Surgery business, you will work closely with cross‑functional teams to create strategic communications programs that drive business outcomes. Reporting to the Director, OTTAVA Communications, this role will elevate our innovation story across surgical robotics and advanced surgical technologies for Johnson & Johnson MedTech’s Surgery business. This is a comprehensive communications role covering employee and culture communications, executive communications, strategic messaging and narrative development, thought leadership, media relations and social media, and campaign activations. Location Santa Clara, California, United States of America Responsibilities Create and execute strategic communications programs that drive business outcomes. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field (required). Experience: 8+ years of professional experience in communications, marketing communications, public affairs, or related fields. Experience in healthcare, MedTech, robotics, or highly technical industries preferred. Demonstrated experience creating high‑quality written and visual content across multiple formats. Experience working cross‑functionally with matrixed teams and managing complex workflows. Skills Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment. Familiarity with digital, social, and multimedia communication platforms. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and influence without authority. Pay and Benefits Base salary: $142,000.00 – $244,950.00. Eligible for company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year. Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours for Colorado; 56 hours for Washington). Holiday pay: 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 period. Volunteer Leave: 32 hours per calendar year. Military Spouse Time-Off: 80 hours per calendar year. Additional benefits available—please visit Employee Benefits for details. Equal Employment Opportunity 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 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 & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via . Internal employees may contact AskGS for further assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr