Product Planner - Alienware, Gaming

About the role

Product Planner - Alienware Alienware Product Management is a fast-paced environment where innovative thinking is prized. Our team defines and delivers Alienware's portfolio of high-performance gaming laptops and desktops, supporting Dell's $50B+ Client business and its position in the premium gaming market. We lead gamer research, portfolio strategy, product definition, and supplier alignment. We are passionate product visionaries looking to solve the biggest pain points for players - from competitive esports athletes to enthusiasts - and to continually push the limits of performance, thermals, and immersive experience. To achieve this, we work cross-functionally on technical matters with other departments including Engineering, CTO, Procurement, Industrial Design, and Marketing to bring the vision of our products to life. Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound impact on gamers as a Product Planner on the Alienware Product Management Team in our Client Solutions Group.

Responsibilities

• Own the Product: Define a multiyear vision for one or more Alienware product lines - gaming laptops, desktops, or both - and own the product definition from concept through launch.
• Write PRDs, set success metrics (performance, acoustics, reliability, customer satisfaction, and revenue) and be accountable for the outcomes of your product.
• Build business cases that deliver efficient coverage of the gaming market, align to Dell's business goals, and grow Alienware's share in premium gaming.
• Build the Right System: Drive system-level decisions across CPU/GPU, memory, storage, high-refresh displays, thermals, keyboards, and lighting. Balance performance, TDP, acoustics, weight, and battery life to deliver best-in-class frame rates and responsiveness.
• Continuously partner with silicon and component suppliers to stay ahead of gaming technology trends and shape their roadmaps to align with the trade-offs you're making on your product.
• Drive Decisions: Lead and align cross-functional teams - including engineering, procurement, and design - toward a unified product vision with clear priorities. Help navigate a dynamic gaming technology landscape with rapidly evolving silicon cycles, game engine demands, and player expectations.
• Gather Market & Customer Insight: Leverage insights from regional sales teams, the gaming community, esports partners, reviewers, and dedicated research to prioritize investment opportunities within your product. Review competitive teardown