Global Head, Special Projects, Polyphonic

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. 

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. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Required Skills & Experience: 

• 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. 

Preferred Skills & Experience: 

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

Other:  

• The location for this position is Santa Clara, CA (or remote for exceptional candidates) and may require up to 30% travel, domestic and international. 

• The anticipated base pay for this role is $205,000 to $353,050 

• There is a pre-identified candidate for consideration, however, all applications will be considered. 

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs.  Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.  The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year.  Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. 

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 
    

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits 

This job posting is anticipated to close on 9/11/25. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications. 
  

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.