Product Development Manager

Summary

Join our team as a Product Development Manager and guide the development of innovative smart home products from concept to launch. You will coordinate multiple teams, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with premium brand standards. This fully remote role requires strong organizational and communication skills, a passion for technology and design, and experience in technical project management within the smart home or consumer electronics sectors. You will manage the product lifecycle, develop documentation, ensure clear communication across teams, and collaborate on brand strategy. Success will be measured by on-time product launches, effective cross-team collaboration, high-quality documentation, stakeholder satisfaction, successful integration of smart technology, and brand alignment.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in technical project management, preferably within the smart home or consumer electronics sectors
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Google Suite and Keynote for creating documentation and presentations
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with industrial design principles and premium manufacturing processes
• IoT Knowledge: Proven experience with IoT products
• Project Certification: PMP certification or completion of PMBOK coursework
• Logistics Knowledge: Understanding of import regulations and customs processes
• Languages: Fluency in Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, and/or Spanish
• Visual Communication: Strong skills in visual documentation to effectively convey project details

Responsibilities

• Manage Product Lifecycle: Support product development from initial concept through launch, keeping all teams aligned throughout the process
• Develop Documentation: Create detailed process flows, timelines, and technical documents to facilitate smooth project execution
• Ensure Clear Communication: Maintain consistent communication across design, engineering, logistics, and brand teams to ensure everyone is informed and aligned
• Support Smart Integration: Assist in the documentation and technical specifications necessary for integrating smart technology into products
• Stay Updated on Logistics: Collaborate with partners to remain informed about import and customs requirements related to product launches
• Collaborate on Brand Strategy: Work alongside brand strategists to ensure that all projects align with the organization’s premium branding strategy
• Maintain Critical Path: Track key milestones throughout the project lifecycle and provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress
• Flexible Project Management: Adapt project management methodologies such as Lean, Agile, and Scrum as needed based on project requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Tools: Experience with Asana, Slack, and Notion
• AI Tools: Familiarity with AI tools to streamline deliverables
• Stakeholder Management: Proven track record of clear and frequent stakeholder updates
• CSA Standards: Knowledge of CSA standards for smart products is a plus
• Customer Support Processes: Understanding of customer support processes for product launches

Benefits

Fully-Remote (Work from Home), 9 AM - 5 PM PST