Global Head, Special Projects, Polyphonic

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine • Santa Clara, CA

3d • $205,000 - $353,050 • Onsite

About The Position

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 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. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech We are searching for the best talent for a Global Head, Special Projects, to be located in Santa Clara, CA. There is a pre-identified candidate for consideration, however, all applications will be considered. ABOUT POLYPHONIC J&J MedTech is passionate about crafting the future of digital surgery by developing software products and solutions for hospitals, clinicians, and patients. These products will deliver a comprehensive digital surgery experience for J&J Med Tech customers and their patients from pre-operative care through post-operative support. J&J MedTech’s Polyphonic team is building an open connected ecosystem, to help deliver the future of healthcare. With one of the most diverse & highly proliferated MedTech portfolios in the industry, we have a unique opportunity to deploy digital technology at scale. BACKGROUND The Global Head of Special Projects is a senior execution leader responsible for driving high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that accelerate growth, strengthen the Polyphonic platform, and improve operational efficiency. This role operates at the intersection of strategy and execution, translating executive priorities into delivered outcomes across product, technology, partnerships, and global operations. This leader works directly with Polyphonic Practice leaders, IT, and R&D teams, regional leaders, and external partners to unblock complexity, align stakeholders, and ensure priority programs move from concept to scaled reality. The role is outcome-oriented, hands-on, and designed for someone who thrives in ambiguity and high-stakes environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in strategic programs, digital health, enterprise technology, or healthcare.
• Proven track record of building global partnerships that drove significant business and ecosystem impact.
• Deep understanding of healthcare IT, cloud/AI platforms, data governance, and digital transformation in MedTech or life sciences.
• Executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders across cultures and industries.
• Strong negotiation, contract structuring, and governance experience.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enterprise-Critical Initiative Delivery Lead a portfolio of time-bound, high-impact initiatives directly tied to Polyphonic’s growth, platform evolution, and financial performance.
• Define scope, success metrics, milestones, and delivery plans for complex initiatives.
• Drive initiatives through execution and closure.
• High-Risk / High-Financial-Impact Programs Lead initiatives with material financial exposure, elevated execution risk, or strategic importance.
• Identify risks early, structure mitigation plans, and drive timely decision-making.
• Ensure leadership has clear visibility into progress, risks, and outcomes
• Strategic Translation Convert leadership direction into actionable plans and execution roadmaps.
• Provide concise, outcome-oriented updates and decision materials for senior leadership.
• Maintain a single narrative and delivery thread across complex initiatives.

Benefits

• Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
• Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
• Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive