Signifier Medical Technologies, a medical technology company, has named Philip Hess as its new chief operating officer, it was reported on Tuesday.

In the new role, Hess will be responsible for increasing Signifier Medical Technologies' US infrastructure in preparation for the commercialisation of the company's products. He will also head the establishment of new research and development function to identify and leverage innovative science to create new product opportunities for the company.

Hess has served as president & CEO of Bose Corporation, where he worked for 24 years across multiple leadership and operational roles.