Product Manager - Cambridge (3/4 days on site) - Advanced Sensing & Autonomous Systems - £75/£85k DOE
I've partnered with an exciting start up/scale up who are developing next-generation precision sensing technology, they are now looking for a Product Manager to lead the evolution of their mobile product portfolio.
Following a decade of R&D, this portfolio of products is gaining strong commercial traction globally. Building on this success, there is clear market demand to extend this capability into mobile and autonomous platforms, including:
* Drone-based systems for mineral exploration
* Subsea deployment in autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for navigation
You will own Product Management for a portfolio of mobile solutions, leading from early market validation through to product delivery and in-market success.
Working in a highly collaborative, innovation-led environment, you'll engage closely with engineers, scientists, commercial teams and customers- turning cutting-edge technology into real-world products.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop a deep understanding of customer needs, applications and market dynamics
* Analyse competitor landscape and emerging trends to shape product direction
* Define product vision, value proposition and roadmap
* Bring commercial rigour to product decisions, including prioritisation of partnerships, features and investments
* Support business case development, funding initiatives and market entry strategies
* Drive adoption and growth across global markets
* Lead cross-functional teams to deliver products on time and within budget
* Act as the voice of the customer throughout the product lifecycle
* Translate market and user requirements into clear product specifications
* Oversee the full product lifecycle from concept through development, launch and iteration
* Continuously refine product positioning based on customer feedback and performance data
* Work closely with engineering, R&D, manufacturing, and commercial teams
* Engage with customers, partners and industry stakeholders
* Contribute flexibly across product and project management activities in a dynamic environment
Experience & Background
* Degree in a technical discipline (e.g. Engineering, Physics, or similar)
* Experience in a Product Management, Technical Sales, Field Engineering, or Applications role
* Background in instrumentation, geophysical, industrial, or engineering-led environments is highly desirable
* Exposure to autonomous systems, sensing technologies, or complex hardware/software products is a strong advantage
The Benefits
* Discretionary bonus
* Pension and benefits package
* Strong focus on work-life balance
* Access to on-site facilities including gym and café
* Ongoing professional development (conferences, training, publications)
* Inclusive and diverse working environment
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