Software Product Manager

IPG Photonics Job OpportunityIPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.Job Title: Product Manager for Software OfferingsOwns the product strategy and roadmap for our software offerings that support and extend our systems portfolio. This role connects engineering, customer needs, and business strategy — turning market and customer insight into a clear product vision and driving it through delivery.Works closely with customers, systems engineering, sales, and marketing to define requirements, prioritize the roadmap, speed up development, and launch software features that deliver real value to customers and the business. The ideal candidate has experience developing, commissioning, or supporting automation applications, knows how to get to the heart of what users actually need, and is genuinely passionate about building and shipping customer-facing products.Key Responsibilities:Own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for software products within the IPG Systems BU. Execute on strategy and analysis necessary to delight customers with world-class experience on IPG Systems software suitesWork closely with global customers and an international team of software developers, mechanical and electrical engineers, applications engineers, sales and marketing colleagues to shape digital transformation of the IPG Systems portfolioConduct competitive and market analysis to inform positioning and prioritizationPresent roadmap updates and business cases to senior leadershipGather and synthesize input from customers, sales, applications engineers, and internal stakeholders to define market requirementsTranslate requirements into clear, prioritized product specifications (PRDs, user stories, acceptance criteria) for engineering teamsPartner with software engineering leads to plan releases, balancing scope, quality, and timelinesManage the product backlog and lead sprint/release planning ceremonies with engineeringCollaborate with marketing and engineering on usability and workflow improvementsSupport go-to-market activities: pricing input, sales enablement materials, launch messaging, and trainingAct as the internal and external voice of the customer throughout the product lifecycleDefine and track success metrics (adoption, usage, NPS, revenue impact) for owned productsQualifications:BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related technical field (MBA is a plus)6+ years of experience in software product management, with proven industry experience in control system design, implementation, commissioning, or support,Background in Agile/Scrum product deliveryProven track record of launching successful software products from concept through launchFamiliarity with embedded software, controls software, or systems that pair software with physical hardwareStrong technical fluency — comfortable discussing architecture, APIs, and system integration with engineersExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to executive stakeholdersExperience writing PRDs, user stories, and managing product backlog (e.g., in Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar)Strong analytical skills; comfortable using data to drive prioritization decisionsAbility to travel occasionally to customer sites or company sitesPreferred Qualifications:Experience in photonics, laser systems, industrial automation, or related manufacturing technologyExperience with B2B/industrial customer bases