Senior Product Owner
Staffing Proxy, El Paso, TX, United States
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
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.
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 trade-offs during product planning
Support product launches by coordinating testing, training, and operational readiness
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
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
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
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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
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.
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 trade-offs during product planning
Support product launches by coordinating testing, training, and operational readiness
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
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
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
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