Staff Product Manager - Connected Devices

About the role

Our client, a leader in the Enterprise Technology space, is seeking a Staff Product Manager – Connected Devices. This remote‑only position (U.S. candidates only, no visa sponsorship) will own product strategy and execution for connected hardware and firmware across the device lifecycle, with a strong focus on battery‑powered systems and field performance. The role partners closely with engineering, cloud, mobile, sourcing, and go‑to‑market teams to deliver reliable products that meet customer needs and scale effectively in the field.

Responsibilities

• Own the hardware and firmware roadmap for connected devices.
• Drive new‑product‑introduction (NPI) execution from sourcing to post‑launch stabilization.
• Manage metrics on the installed base, including field failures and battery life.
• Define and prioritize firmware features for deployed devices.
• Lead the product side of device partnerships for asset visibility.
• Make trade‑offs across feature set, costs, and quality.
• Translate customer and market signals into detailed product requirements.
• Write PRDs and technical specs to align cross‑functional teams.
• Collaborate with cloud and mobile product teams on firmware evolution.
• Enhance go‑to‑market readiness for new products and major firmware releases.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of product management experience in IoT or connected hardware.
• Proven ownership of at least one full hardware NPI reaching 100K+ units.
• Strong technical fluency in battery‑powered connected systems.
• Direct experience owning firmware roadmaps, including OTA strategies.
• Demonstrated ownership of field reliability during product failures.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and influence without direct authority.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Health, pharmacy, optical, and dental care benefits.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) contribution options.

Pay

Compensation ranges from $180,000 to $248,000 annually.