Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.

You will join a team developing state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it.

We’re seeking an experienced product manager to guide interface development in general purpose humanoid robotics. Reporting up to the Director of Product, you will own the roadmap for the robot will perceive and navigate the world.

Responsibilities:

Define product features/enhancements and communicate requirements to engineering teams via clearly written requirements documents, diagrams, and concise verbal communication
Synthesize insights from user research, customer meetings, usage data, and sales feedback into a strategy that delivers business objectives and customer benefits
Own and maintain the product roadmap from ideation to launch of sensing and navigation capabilities.
Collaborate with other product managers across the organization to define the strategic short- and long-term perception roadmap of products and identify new opportunities
Support product marketing initiatives, partner relationships, and other opportunities to accelerate the adoption your products

Skills and Requirements:

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to make decisions in uncertainty, prioritizing velocity over perfection
Prioritize user feedback, promoting that voice to internal teams
4+ years’ experience as a Product Manager
In-depth knowledge of sensing and perception
Experience working with cameras, LIDAR, mapping, and localization.
Experience with agile methodologies in B2B product environments

Nice to Have:

Previous product management experience in robotics products, industrial or consumer
Experience with development strategies grounded in sensor selection and firmware up to the application software development.

Perks:

Competitive salary w/ benefits
Highly motivating equity incentive package
Flexible work hours policy
Professional development opportunities
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
401k plan

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