Manager Product Lead Engineer-Owner Global Development

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

Job Function:

Technology Product & Platform Management

Job Sub Function:

Technical Product Management

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

As a Product Lead Engineer and Technical Product Owner, you will spearhead the development and enhancement of innovative cloud-based solutions that leverage Generative AI technologies, including OpenAI APIs, LangChain, LangChat, and vector databases. This role encompasses the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and design to development and deployment of applications utilizing cloud services. Your leadership and technical expertise will be key in delivering high-quality products that meet user needs and drive significant business value.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Strategy and Vision:

• Define the product vision, roadmap, and strategy for cloud-based solutions utilizing Generative AI technologies and associated frameworks like OpenAI APIs and LangChain.

• Conduct market research and analyze user feedback to identify trends and requirements that inform product development decisions.

Technical Leadership:

• Lead the architectural design and implementation of scalable cloud applications on AWS or Azure.

• Oversee the development and deployment of applications using .NET and JavaScript, ensuring coding standards and best practices.

Generative AI and Vector Databases:

• Integrate LLM models to enhance application capabilities and user experiences.

• Utilize LangGraph, LangChain and LangChat to build conversational interfaces and improve the efficiency of interactions within applications.

• Implement vector databases for efficient data retrieval and storage, optimizing search and analytics functionalities.

Prompt Engineering:

• Develop and refine prompts to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of Generative AI models.

• Collaborate with data scientists and machine learning engineers to enhance AI models for improved accuracy and responsiveness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI designers, backend engineers, and data analysts, to deliver cohesive and high-quality product experiences.

• Engage with stakeholders across the organization to gather input and ensure alignment with strategic goals.

Agile Product Development:

• Implement Agile methodologies to effectively manage the product backlog in tools like JIRA, prioritizing features based on business value and user impact.

• Facilitate sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Database and Data Management:

• Utilize Snowflake for data warehousing and analytics, ensuring effective integration and management of data across systems.

• Design and optimize database schemas, ETL processes, and vector storage solutions to support application functionality and analytics.

Performance Monitoring and Optimization:

• Implement monitoring and logging solutions to track application performance, user engagement, and system health.

• Analyze performance metrics to identify optimization opportunities and enhance user experience.

Security and Compliance:

• Ensure that all applications and cloud solutions adhere to best practices in security and compliance, safeguarding user data and organizational assets.

• Collaborate with security teams to conduct regular audits and risk assessments.

Documentation and Communication:

• Create and maintain comprehensive product documentation, including architectural diagrams and user guides, utilizing tools such as Visio where applicable.

• Maintain clear and transparent communication with stakeholders regarding product status, challenges, and opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 5+ years of proven experience in engineering with a focus on AI, generative AI, cloud computing, software engineering and automation.

• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, neural networks, and AI frameworks.

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud as well as experience with snowflake.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.

• Familiarity with automation tools and technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines).

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.

• Analytical, curious, and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

• Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously and meet project goals.

• Familiarity with Linux and Windows environments and their applications in cloud solutions.

• Experience with OpenAI APIs, LangChain, LangChat, and vector databases.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

• Understanding of Agile software development methodologies and experience using JIRA for project management.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical Industry -- Clinical, Safety, Regulatory

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 and 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, please email the Employee Health Support Center  ([email protected]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$100,000 - $172,500

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

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)).  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; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 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 Additional information can be found through the link below.