Sr. Upstream Product Manager, Electrophysiology (Irvine, CA) Johnson MedTech, Electrophysiology (Irvine, CA) Johnson and Johnson MedTech, Electrophysiology
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MarketingJob Sub Function:
Strategic MarketingJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Irvine, California, United States of AmericaJob Description:
Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Electrophysiology, is recruiting a Sr. Marketing - 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 SummaryJohnson & 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 ResponsibilitiesProduct 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in medical devices, healthcare, or a related industry.
- 3+ 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.
- 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.
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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.
Required Skills:
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, Organizing, Problem Solving, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Portfolio Management, Product Strategies, Program Management, Strategic Thinking, Tactical Planning, Technical CredibilityThe anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$122,000.00 - $212,750.00Additional 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
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, biomedical sciences, marketing, or related field
- Minimum 7+ years in medical devices, including 3+ years in upstream/strategic marketing or early product development
- Strong understanding of clinical environments, preferably electrophysiology, AF therapy, or interventional cardiology
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders
- Strong financial acumen with experience building market models, forecasts, and business cases
- Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and executive-level storytelling skills
- MBA or relevant advanced degree
- Experience with PFA technologies, EP lab workflows, mapping platforms, or catheter-based energy delivery systems
- Experience supporting global product launches or collaborating with international markets
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity and drive clarity within early-stage innovation pipelines
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are portrayed as a major differentiator, combining a 401(k) with employer matching and an employer-funded pension plan. Stock options and other long-term financial supports are also positioned as part of the broader rewards mix.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are presented as notably strong, including paid parental leave for all new parents and additional leave types for caregiving and bereavement. Financial assistance for adoption, fertility treatment, and surrogacy is highlighted as a significant support.
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