Software Product ManagerSoftware Product Manager will lead the strategy, planning, and execution of advanced software solutions supporting precision agriculture and intelligent machine systems. In this role, you will work closely with software engineers, systems engineers, stakeholders, and end users to define product direction, prioritize development efforts, and deliver valuable software features that solve real-world customer challenges.
Responsibilities- Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and long-term roadmap for software applications and machine systems.
- Gather customer, stakeholder, and business requirements and translate them into clear product specifications and development priorities.
- Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring development efforts focus on high-value features and business objectives.
- Create and refine user stories, acceptance criteria, and feature requirements for software development teams.
- Work closely with engineering teams to balance customer needs, technical feasibility, quality, and delivery schedules.
- Lead product planning activities, roadmap reviews, backlog prioritization, and release planning.
- Analyze customer feedback, product performance metrics, and market trends to identify future development opportunities.
- Coordinate software releases and communicate feature updates to stakeholders and users.
- Collaborate with systems, software, test, and product teams to ensure successful product delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement of product management processes and development workflows.
- Support business case development, feature prioritization, and product investment decisions.
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner, Software Product Manager, Systems Engineer, or similar role supporting software development.
- Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies and Scrum principles.
- Experience developing product roadmaps, managing product backlogs, and defining software requirements.
- Ability to prioritize competing initiatives while maintaining alignment with business and customer objectives.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working directly with software development teams throughout the product lifecycle.
Desired Attributes- Experience managing software products in embedded, automotive, agricultural, industrial, or off-highway applications.
- Knowledge of software development processes, software architecture, and systems integration.
- Experience with tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Git, or similar product development platforms.
- Familiarity with embedded software development environments utilizing C, C++, C#, or Qt.
- Experience with CAN J1939, ISOBUS (ISO 11783), or other vehicle communication protocols.
- Familiarity with model-based software development using MATLAB/Simulink.
- Understanding of connected machines, precision agriculture, automation, autonomy, or industrial control systems.
Visa Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position. Pay Range $100,000-$150,000 - commensurate with experienceCompetitive Benefits- Health and Dental Insurance
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- Supplemental Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability
- Short-term Disability
- Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
- Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
- HSA for Medical Expenses
- Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Education Assistance
