Building a Healthier Tomorrow

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Change the future of healthtech

Boston, Massachusetts

VP Product

$250,000-$300,000
Job Title: Senior Vice President (SVP) of Product Department: Product Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Revision Date: Winter 2024 Position Summary: The SVP of Product will be responsible for defining the vision and strategic direction of a Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) portfolio. This role includes leading a team of high-performing product managers, owners, and designers, and collaborating closely with engineering, marketing, regulatory, clinical teams, as well as external physician users and medical advisors to bring innovative medical technology to market. Key Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of product professionals and designers while cultivating a culture of innovation, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration. Engage closely with physician customers and medical advisors to translate user needs into product requirements and to inform feature prioritization. Gather field feedback directly from physician users to support continuous product improvement. Oversee the full product portfolio, working in partnership with company leadership to define product vision and strategy. Develop and maintain the product roadmap in collaboration with engineering, ensuring optimal resource allocation and on-time delivery. Set and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of product initiatives, employing a data-informed approach to guide decisions. Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor offerings to continuously inform product strategy and team awareness. Skills and Qualifications: 15+ years of experience leading product teams in the MedTech sector. Strong preference for candidates with experience in medical imaging and/or cardiovascular applications. Proven track record of successfully launching SaaS-based medical products. Deep experience working within Agile development environments. Expertise in using data, A/B testing, and market insights to shape product strategy and deliver exceptional user experiences. Demonstrated ability to scale product teams and establish operational best practices while attracting and developing top talent. Strong bias for action and comfort operating in a fast-paced, startup environment. Exceptional communicator, able to convey complex technical ideas clearly to both internal and external audiences. Strategic thinker with a trusted presence across stakeholder groups and the ability to influence critical decisions. Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or certifications preferred. Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be necessary.
Atlanta, Georgia

Enterprise Software Deployment Lead

$200,000-$250,000
Enterprise Deployment – Statement of Work   Summary The client is a global medical technology company that specializes in developing and producing equipment and software for radiation therapy, radiosurgery, and oncology.  The client offers a range of software solutions designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of radiation therapy and oncology treatment. Today, the client deploy their software via various methods offering on-premise and Cloud based solutions. Their approach to deploying and upgrading software is inconsistent and for some of our products it can be somewhat cumbersome, slow and prone to human error. The client are seeking an engagement with professionals that have extensive experience in deploying enterprise software into clinical environments to evaluate their current approach and bring proposals for a future state where software deployment is simplified, consistent and performed in accelerated timelines that delights customers.   The engagement expectations and requirements A fixed term contract with a highly experienced professional to transform and standardise the client software deployment strategy Work with key stakeholders across the client's organisation to evaluate the current client deployment approach across the software portfolio. Using best practice industry standards, make recommendations on how the client can evolve their product deployment strategy and processes to deploy software into clinical environments in a simplified, efficient and consistent manner with short term quick wins and longer-term transformational changes Relevant experience with enterprise software deployments such as SAP, Oracle or EMRs such as EPIC, Cerner Expertise in taking enterprise software payloads from on premises to public cloud platforms Act as a consultant to the client's engineering teams to advise on and support enterprise software deployment improvements The individual must be able to travel to various client office locations including Crawley – UK, San Jose – USA and Shanghai – China.  

Our mission:

At KenkoTech Futures, we are dedicated to shaping the future of health by forging strategic partnerships with leading Health & BioTech companies at the cutting edge of AI and technology innovation. We connect visionary organizations with the specialized talent needed to drive breakthroughs in biotechnology and health-tech.

By collaborating with pioneers transforming healthcare through AI, we accelerate advancements in personalized medicine, data-driven diagnostics, genomic science, and beyond. Together, we fuel innovation, empower progress, and build a healthier future through cutting-edge advancements in life sciences and technology.

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Sectors we cover...

HealthTech
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As demand for innovative solutions grows, so does the need for top-tier talent to drive progress. We specialize in connecting HealthTech companies with skilled professionals in medical software development, health data analytics, regulatory compliance, and product innovation. Whether you're a startup or an established organization, we provide the strategic recruitment support needed to build high-performing teams.

BioTech
02BioTech
Driving breakthroughs in genetics, pharmaceuticals, bioengineering, and precision medicine, the BioTech industry is at the forefront of scientific innovation. As the industry evolves, the demand for top-tier talent in areas like R&D, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, and laboratory sciences is higher than ever. We partner with BioTech companies to identify and recruit the specialists needed to fuel innovation.

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