Product Manager II- ODM/Server

Advantech Corp.

• $90K — $110K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years as a Product Manager in embedded computing or related hardware industries.
  • 4+ years managing manufacturing partners across multiple regions.
  • Proven experience launching hardware products from concept to delivery.
  • Strong knowledge of product planning and market analysis in technology sectors.
  • Familiarity with Agile development processes and project management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional project teams and set development goals.
  • Establish best practices for product management and documentation.
  • Translate market needs into actionable product specifications and roadmaps.
  • Monitor market trends and identify growth opportunities in embedded computing.
  • Collaborate with leadership to define and align ODM strategies.
  • Oversee the product development lifecycle from concept to market launch.
  • Manage product pricing, costs, and drive strategic business decisions.

Benefits

  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available for support.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Education and personal development reimbursement program offered.
  • Generous vacation and paid holidays for work-life balance.
  • Team-oriented culture with company events and lunches.
  • Work from home program available once eligible.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Product Manager II, ODM/Server

Location(s): Tustin, CA - Onsite

Compensation: $90,000-110,000

About this position:

We're looking for a Product Manager to join our ODM/Server product team in our new North American Headquarters in Tustin, CA. You'll manage product direction and development for embedded computing-related programs and ensure projects move from concept to launch on time and according to requirements. This is a hands-on role for someone with experience in product development and product marketing.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead a project team within Product Development, including setting development goals, conducting performance evaluations, and providing ongoing feedback.
  • Establish product management best practices for the team, including NPI processes, requirements, and documentation standards.
  • Translate customer and market needs into product specifications, roadmap priorities, business cases, and actionable development plans.
  • Monitor market and competitive trends in embedded computing, including Medical or Industrial Equipment markets, and identify growth opportunities and guide product strategy.
  • Partner with senior leadership to define ODM strategy and guide the team in building product and technology roadmaps aligned with global product teams.
  • Provide direction on feature prioritization, resource allocation, and portfolio management to support growth and maximize product value.
  • Oversee end-to-end product development (NPI) from concept through launch, ensuring projects meet quality standards and timelines.
  • Own product cost, pricing, margin, and commercial terms; evaluate NRE, recurring cost, tooling, logistics, warranty, and risk to support profitable business decisions.
  • Review and provide feedback on product requirements, technical specifications, and documentation produced by the team.
  • Monitor progress across the portfolio, identify risks, and resolve escalations to prevent delays.
  • Drive alignment with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Sales on goals, priorities, and timelines.
  • Guide market research on customer needs, trends, and competitive dynamics to inform product vision and strategy.

Required Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of experience as a Product Manager or in a similar product management role within technology, embedded computing, server, or related hardware industries.
  • 4+ years of experience managing manufacturing partners across multiple regions and coordinating cross-functional activities related to product quality, schedule, cost, and delivery.
  • Proven track record launching and managing hardware products from concept through delivery.
  • In-depth knowledge of product planning, market analysis, and roadmap development within technology, embedded computing, server, or related hardware industries.
  • Experience working within Agile development environments and using project management tools.
  • Experience translating data and market insights into product and business decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree a plus.
  • Experience in ODM, OEM, or JDM product environments.
  • Experience with embedded computing, server computing, or related hardware technologies.
  • Experience supporting products for Medical, Industrial Equipment, or other specialized technology markets.


Benefits:
  • Competitive salary dependent on experience (DOE)
  • Winning culture with a friendly, team-oriented environment!
  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education & personal development reimbursement program
  • Generous vacation and paid holidays package
  • Company events, and lunches
  • Work from home program - once eligible
  • Referral Bonus


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