IoT Product Development Manager
Quick Summary
Define and maintain the IoT product roadmap for connected water appliance products, sensors, and companion software, aligning priorities with business objectives and customer insights.
3+ years of product management experience, with at least 2 years focused on IoT, connected hardware, or embedded systems products.
About the Role
~1 min readAs an IoT Product Manager, you will own the full lifecycle of our connected product portfolio — from smart filters and real-time water quality monitors to mobile companion apps and cloud-based analytics dashboards. You will work closely with cross-functional partners in hardware engineering, firmware, UX design, data science, and customer success to deliver products that are intuitive, reliable, and technically differentiated. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for someone who thrives at the intersection of physical devices and digital experiences.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Define and maintain the IoT product roadmap for connected water appliance products, sensors, and companion software, aligning priorities with business objectives and customer insights.
- →Translate complex technical requirements from firmware and embedded systems teams into clear product specifications and user stories.
- →Collaborate with hardware engineering on PCB and sensor design reviews, ensuring connectivity protocols (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) meet real-world reliability standards.
- →Lead integration efforts for cloud platforms (AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, or equivalent), mobile apps (iOS/Android), and third-party smart home ecosystems (Alexa, Google Home, Matter).
- →Own the voice of the customer — conduct user research, analyze telemetry data, and drive iterative improvements based on real-world usage patterns and NPS feedback.
- →Define and track KPIs including device activation rates, connectivity uptime, filter replacement compliance, and customer lifetime value for connected products.
- →Partner with go-to-market, sales engineering, and customer success teams to develop launch strategies, technical enablement materials, and post-launch support playbooks.
- →Manage relationships with contract manufacturers and component suppliers, ensuring BOM and certification timelines (FCC, CE, UL) stay on track.
- →Anticipate and mitigate risks in firmware OTA update cycles, data privacy compliance (CCPA, GDPR), and cybersecurity threat modeling for connected devices.
- →Mentor junior product associates and contribute to a culture of data-driven, customer-centric product development.
Requirements
~1 min read- 3+ years of product management experience, with at least 2 years focused on IoT, connected hardware, or embedded systems products.
- Demonstrated ability to ship hardware-software products from concept through mass production and post-launch iterations.
- Strong understanding of IoT architecture: device firmware, cloud backends, APIs, and mobile app layers.
- Experience working with connectivity standards such as Wi-Fi, BLE, Zigbee, Z-Wave, or cellular (LTE-M/NB-IoT).
- Proficiency with product management tools (Jira, Confluence, Productboard, or equivalent) and data analysis platforms (Amplitude, Mixpanel, SQL).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to executive stakeholders and external partners.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Design, or a related technical field — or equivalent practical experience.
Requirements
~1 min read- Experience in water treatment, HVAC, home appliances, or other regulated consumer hardware categories.
- Familiarity with water quality sensors, filtration media chemistry, or environmental monitoring systems.
- Background in subscription and recurring revenue business models (e.g., filter subscription, premium app features).
- Experience with Matter/Thread smart home protocols and certification processes.
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
- AWS Certified IoT Specialty or equivalent cloud platform certification.
- Prior software development experience, including front-end development (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js) as well as back-end or embedded work (e.g., Python, Node.js, or C/C++) \u2014 hands-on coding background is a strong differentiator for collaborating effectively with engineering teams, contributing to UX decisions, and evaluating technical trade-offs.
What We Offer
~1 min readLocation & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- May 6, 2026
- Last seen
- May 8, 2026
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- May 6, 2026
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