Senior Product Manager

Senior Product ManagerBrain Corp is a San Diego, California, USA-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Our purpose is to create autonomous technology that helps the real world work better. Brain's robotic and AI solutions help retailers ensure that the right product is on the right shelf at the right price, in a clean environment. Through the BrainOS® Robotics Platform, which powers the largest global fleet of the Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) in operation in commercial public spaces, Brain Corp delivers insightful and efficient automated solutions in both commercial floor cleaning and inventory management, empowering organizations and their employees to achieve more. Brain Corp currently powers more than 30,000 AMRs, representing the largest fleet of its kind in the world. Brain Corp is funded by the SoftBank Vision Fund, Clearbridge, and Qualcomm Ventures.Named a top workplace by the San Diego Union Tribune and USA today in 2025, we make life-changing impacts through innovation, helping workers globally unlock their abilities in orchestration with intelligent machines.Position Overview:As a Senior Product Manager, you will identify market problems, use cases, and outcomes for our AI and autonomy platform, BrainOS®, and associated product lines.Brain Corp is a customer-driven company, meaning you will engage directly with end-users and manufacturers to understand their problems and define opportunities. You will partner closely with engineering, program management, and other stakeholders to increase customer delight, drive sales, and deliver the right business outcomes. This role sits within a dedicated team of professionals operating in a fast-paced, collaborative, start-up-like environment.The ideal candidate is excited about developing bleeding-edge technology for an emerging market, is business-oriented, and is driven to ensure Brain Corp remains a market leader in the autonomy spaceEssential Job Functions:Roadmaps and StrategyLead Brain Corp's product vision and strategy for the designated product area while addressing customer needs and aligning with other business objectivesDevelop and manage a roadmap to increase customer satisfaction, meet key milestones, and achieve business objectivesInfluence key business objectives by driving product visionCustomer and Partner EngagementEngage directly with our customers (adopters, end-users, and manufacturers) to gather user feedback, understand problems, and define opportunitiesWork directly with US and international channel partners' technical and business teams to launch and support Brain Corp technologyInfluence customer management, sales, and marketing initiativesConduct product demos and present confidently to potential customersEstablish clear communication channels with customers and partnersAct as the primary liaison and main point of contact with program leadership from partner organizations for product-related areasResearch and DiscoveryBuild quantitative and qualitative use cases to drive new products, features, and service proposalsLead market analysis initiatives and build market expansion plansDiscover the necessary data to focus and clarify "the what and the why"Define pricing and feature tiersExecutionCollaborate with and influence program management, design, engineering, sales, and market-facing teamsDirect proof-of-concept prototypes and user testsDevelop, align, and meet the expectations of strategic programsOther duties and projects as assignedEducation and/or Work Experience Requirements:4-8 years of hands-on product management or product development experiencePrior experience building, launching, and managing successful B2B productsAdvanced knowledge of product management principlesExperience collaborating with cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, product development, operations) is essentialRequired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:Thrives in ambiguity and brings order to chaotic, fast-moving startup environmentsCompelling storyteller with outstanding presentation and communication skillsDemonstrated leadership abilities and stakeholder managementA gritty problem-solver who thrives on wearing multiple hats, rolling up their sleeves, and executing in the detailsAnalytical and data-driven in all decision-makingHabitually questions the status quoFocused on customer-centricity in all decisions and outcomesEnthusiastic, positive, and adaptableAbility to travel to domestic and international sites regularly (30% travel)Things That Make a Difference:Experience in retail operations strategy, customer experience, retail technology, business continuity, brand governance, and continuous improvement and innovationExperience with retail merchandising operations and optimization strategies, including pricing and promotions, planning and execution, costs and deals, category management, and competitive planningExperience in omnichannel merchandising processes and systemsPrevious responsibility for significant market share and brand growth at scale is highly desiredStrong technical capability across both software and hardwareUnderstands and embraces disruption, both internally and externallyStartup or rapid-growth-stage technology company experience is highly desirableHighly collaborative and team-orientedSolid project management skillsKeen interest in new technologiesPhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; use of hands to finger and grasp; talk and hear at normal room levels; visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures; push or pull up to 50 pounds.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Employees are exposed to the typical office environment with computers, printers and telephones.The installation, setup and testing of our product occur during business off-hours. Therefore, when traveling to customer sites the employee can expect to work either late in the evening (9 p.m. to 2 a.m.) or early in the morning (3 to 8 a.m.).Salary Range:The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in San Diego, California is $133,565 to $161,684. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Brain Corp is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of:A discretionary annual target bonusStock options401(k) plan with match (no waiting period and immediate vesting)Comprehensive suite of insurance benefits for employees (and their families) to include a variety of medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Legal/Identity support plans, pet insurance.Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)Generous paid time off including flexible vacation, Paid Sick Leave, time off for volunteering in the community, 10 paid company holidays, and a winter company shutdownAdditional Perks include:Daily on-site lunch available in the San Diego officeOn-campus gym including pool and tennis courts in the San Diego office