We are seeking an experienced Product Manager with a strong foundation in program management and a proven track record in the development and lifecycle management of hardware products, particularly peripherals such as keyboards and mice. In this role, you will lead cross-functional initiatives, drive product success from inception to retirement, and bring expertise in peripherals to ensure market-leading solutions. If you thrive in dynamic environments, excel at balancing strategic and operational demands, and are passionate about creating exceptional user experiences, we’d love to hear from you. * This is a 6 month contract-to-hire position.
What you will be doing:
Cross-Functional Leadership:
Serve as a central liaison for cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless collaboration across product development, engineering, operations, finance, marketing, and sales.
Drive alignment of program goals, timelines, and priorities to ensure successful product delivery and sustained market performance.
Program Management Excellence:
Establish clear milestones, manage resources effectively, and oversee risk mitigation strategies to ensure program success.
Apply program management best practices to streamline workflows and foster continuous improvement across teams.
Product Lifecycle Management:
Own the lifecycle of hardware products, with a focus on peripherals (keyboards, mice, etc.), from conceptualization to end-of-life.
Create and maintain product roadmaps that align with strategic goals, customer needs, and market trends.
Prioritize feature development and iterative improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and competitiveness.
Development Expertise:
Collaborate with engineering and design teams to define market requirements (MRDs) and specifications (PRDs) for peripherals (keyboards/mice)
Leverage insights into user workflows and ergonomic trends to inform product design and feature prioritization.
Monitor advancements in peripherals technology and proactively incorporate relevant innovations into product planning.
Go-to-Market Strategy and Execution:
Develop and execute launch plans for hardware products
Partner with marketing and sales teams to position products effectively, create compelling messaging, and ensure successful adoption.
Gather post-launch feedback to refine positioning and guide iterative development cycles.
Performance Optimization and Analytics:
Establish and monitor KPIs to evaluate program and product performance.
Analyze data and market feedback to inform continuous improvements in hardware design, usability, and user satisfaction.
Advocate for evidence-based decision-making across the product development lifecycle.
Customer-Centric Innovation:
Maintain a deep understanding of user behavior and pain points related to our product categories.
Incorporate feedback from customers and stakeholders to develop innovative, high-performance hardware solutions.
Ensure alignment with emerging trends in peripherals and user interface technologies.
Who you are:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Industrial Design, Marketing, or related fields.
5+ years of experience in product or program management, with a focus on hardware development and lifecycle management.
Proven experience in the development and launch of peripherals (e.g., keyboards, mice, etc.) is highly preferred.
Strong program management skills, including planning, resource allocation, and risk management.
In-depth understanding of product development processes, packaging, positioning, and go-to-market strategies for peripherals and hardware.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver results in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-first mindset.
Analytical thinker who can interpret data and use insights to drive product and program decisions.
Passion for innovation, technology, and creating market-leading peripherals that enhance user productivity and experience.
Benefits:
Product Manager will be eligible for benefits after the 6 month contract period. These benefits include, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K matching plan, paid holidays, and paid time off.
Compensation: The salary range for this position is $85-120K annually (prorated for 6 month contract), based on your knowledge, skills, and experience. This information is provided per relevant state and local pay transparency laws. Satechi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.