Product Manager

DescriptionJoin our Munich team for a front-row seat to the future of physical AI applications in industrial automation. As Product Manager for our cloud software solution, you'll shape products that power elite international customers at the forefront of Industry 4.0.This is your opportunity to define the next generation of industrial automation software, working alongside a world-class engineering team to bring cutting-edge solutions to market. You'll be at the intersection of cloud technology, AI, and industrial automation - one of the most exciting spaces in tech today.Perfect for ambitious product leaders who want to make their mark in Industrial Software and Automation Technology. If you're ready to work with the best, solve problems that matter, and grow your career at lightning speed in a collaborative, high-impact environment - this is your role.ResponsibilitiesMarket Assessment:Conduct market research to identify customer needs and market trends.Requirement Definition:Collaborate with stakeholders/customers to gather and document detailed product requirements.Create user stories and acceptance criteria to guide the development team.Ensure requirements are aligned with the overall product strategy and business objectives.Work closely with the engineering team to define product requirements and specifications.Product Development Support:Collaborate with the engineering team throughout the development process.Provide ongoing support and answer questions to ensure the product meets defined requirements.Product Release:Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth releases.Assist in the development of go-to-market strategies and plans.Go-to-Market Rollout:Work with marketing and sales teams to enable and inform them about the product.Develop training materials and conduct training sessions as needed.Product Evaluation:Monitor and evaluate the performance of newly released products.Analyze customer engagement and feedback to inform future product improvements.Support Plan Definition:Define and implement support plans to ensure customer satisfaction.Work with customer support teams to address and resolve customer issues.Customer Engagement:Engage with focus customers throughout the product lifecycle to gather feedback.Ensure products not only solve customer problems but also delight and exceed their expectations.We offerWork with a team of industry experts in a leading company in industrial software automation.Collaborative and innovative work environment.Opportunities for professional growth and development.Basic QualificationsEducation: Masters’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business with technical complementary subject, or equivalent experience.Experience: Self-starter and self-motivator with 3-4 years of experience in product management, preferably in cloud software or industrial software/automation. Relevant internships or work experience will be considered.Technical Skills: Understanding of cloud technologies and industrial automation, specifically PLCs. Familiarity with software development and deployment processes.Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English required. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.Project Management: Strong project management, interpersonal, leadership, organizational and written/verbal communication skills required; ability to sell ideas and present strategies. Ability to manage multiple inbound and outbound projects simultaneously.Preferred QualificationsPeople leadership experienceExperience with product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).If you are passionate about cloud technology and industrial automation and have a keen interest in product management, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our journey in driving innovation in industrial automation.Application Instructions:To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in the Product Manager position at SDA.About usSoftware  Defined Automation is an industrial deep-tech software company that enables  Manufacturing-as-Code through the creation of completely new degrees of freedom for the automated configuration, operation, maintenance, and continuous change of production plants. We have set ourselves a great mission, targeting the resource efficiency of one-third of the global value creation and energy consumption. Software Defined Automation is the enabler for AI-based self-optimizing production, thereby reaching the next technological innovation step function in productivity for the world.For this new world of Software Defined Automation, we build a team that masters both Cloud as well as real-time shop floor operations technology. Join our team with your high energy-driven nature, interest in industrial manufacturing, and motivation to push the boundaries from the cloud all the way to all moving things on the shop floor