Software Product Owner

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

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We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Job Summary:

We’re looking for a highly motivated Software Product Owner to join our agile development team. As the Product Owner, you will own a product backlog, define user stories, and collaborate closely with development teams to deliver high-impact features. You will play a critical role in translating business and user needs into solutions and ensuring continuous product evolution.

Role is 4 days onsite and 1 day remote in San Diego, CA - Ideal candidate will reside a commutable distance from the SD office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap in alignment with business goals.

• Own and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring stories are well-defined, estimated, and deliverable.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and turn them into actionable user stories.

• Partner with developers, UX designers, QA, Systems, Regulatory, Marketing and other team members to deliver incremental value.

• Lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and feature refinement within the agile framework. Participate in demos, reviews and retrospectives.

• Analyze product feedback to inform future development.

• Act as the liaison between stakeholders and the development team.

• Work with the developers and testers on your scrum team.

• Make decisions on trade-offs, scope, and timeline while maintaining product quality and value.

• Support go-to-market activities including generating documentation for regulatory submissions.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, biomedical engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 1-5 years of experience as a Product Owner or in a similar product-focused role.

• Understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, etc.) and software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to write clear user stories and acceptance criteria.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira or similar.

• Technical background or understanding of cloud-based systems.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Advanced degrees or certifications in Agile methodologies are a plus.

• Experience in healthcare or medical device software and familiarity with regulatory standards in the medical device industry a plus.

• Certifications such as CSPO (Certified Scrum Product Owner) or PSPO (Professional Scrum Product Owner) are a plus.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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