Upstream Product Manager (Irvine, CA) Johnson and Johnson MedTech, Electrophysiology

Johnson Johnson; Irvine (CA); Presencial; USD 102 000 - 177 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Johnson & Johnson MedTech Electrophysiology is seeking a Sr. Upstream Product Manager to shape the future of cardiac ablation therapies in Irvine, CA.

This highly visible role leads global upstream strategy and early-stage innovation across our EP portfolio, translating physician needs and market insights into differentiated product concepts. The candidate will collaborate with R&D, clinical, medical affairs, regulatory, downstream marketing, and commercial teams to define requirements and guide

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in medical devices, healthcare, or a related industry.
• 1+ years of experience in upstream marketing, product management, strategy, innovation, or product development.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
• Strong analytical skills with experience developing forecasts, business cases, and market assessments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead upstream product strategy for next-generation electrophysiology technologies and platforms.
• Identify unmet clinical needs through physician engagement, VOC research, and market assessments.
• Translate customer insights into product requirements, value propositions, and innovation opportunities.
• Partner with R&D to evaluate concepts, define user needs, and guide early-stage product development.

Conhecimentos

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, Marketing, or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through 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 humanity. Learn more at jnj.com

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:

Marketing

Job Sub Function:

Strategic Marketing

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Irvine, California, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Electrophysiology, is recruiting a Marketing Upstream Product Manager to join the team in Irvine, CA.

Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal.

Through 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 humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

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

Position Summary

Johnson & Johnson MedTech Electrophysiology is seeking a Sr. Upstream Product Manager to help shape the future of cardiac ablation therapies. This highly visible role will lead global upstream strategy and early-stage innovation efforts across our electrophysiology portfolio, translating physician needs, market insights, and emerging technologies into differentiated product concepts and platform strategies.

The successful candidate will collaborate across R&D, clinical, medical affairs, regulatory, downstream marketing, and commercial teams to define product requirements, influence technology roadmaps, and drive portfolio decisions that support long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Innovation

• Lead upstream product strategy for next-generation electrophysiology technologies and platforms.
• Identify unmet clinical needs through physician engagement, Voice of Customer (VOC) research, and market assessments.
• Translate customer insights into product requirements, value propositions, and innovation opportunities.
• Partner with R&D to evaluate concepts, define user needs, and guide early-stage product development.

Portfolio & Business Planning

• Develop market assessments, forecasts, business cases, and commercial strategies to support investment decisions.
• Assess market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies to inform portfolio priorities.
• Support portfolio planning and prioritization activities across therapy areas and technology platforms.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborate with R&D, Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial teams to align product strategy and development plans.
• Influence key stakeholders and drive alignment across global and regional teams.
• Support evidence-generation strategies and physician engagement activities that inform product development.

Competitive & Market Intelligence

• Monitor competitive products, clinical data, technology advancements, and market trends.
• Evaluate opportunities to strengthen the EP portfolio through innovation, partnerships, or new technology areas.
• Identify market barriers and adoption drivers to optimize future product strategies.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in medical devices, healthcare, or a related industry.
• 1+ years of experience in upstream marketing, product management, strategy, innovation, or product development.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
• Strong analytical skills with experience developing forecasts, business cases, and market assessments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred

• MBA or advanced degree.
• Experience in electrophysiology, cardiac rhythm management, cardiovascular devices, or other interventional specialties.
• Experience with catheter-based technologies, mapping systems, or ablation therapies.
• Experience supporting global product development and launch activities.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive strategic clarity in a fast-paced innovation environment.

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 & 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, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers . internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Preferred Skills:

Brand Marketing, Brand Positioning Strategy, Business Alignment, Business Storytelling, Business Valuations, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision Making, Digital Strategy, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Go-to-Market Strategies, Industry Analysis, Market Research, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Improvements, Product Portfolio Management, Product Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $102,000.00 - $177,100.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency: This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program.

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: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits