Product Owner

Product Owner

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Product Owner to lead the development and validation of smart device technologies in collaboration with a global Tier 1 customer. This role requires extensive expertise in IoT, consumer electronics, wearables, and embedded systems, with proven experience in managing product lifecycles, validation, and large-scale launches.

Job Title: Product Owner Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite) Experience: 15–25 years

Key Responsibilities

• Product Vision & Roadmap: Define and drive the long-term strategy aligned with customer needs and market trends.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary liaison between R&D teams and the global Tier 1 customer.
• Backlog Ownership: Manage and prioritize features, user stories, and requirements.
• Agile Leadership: Drive Agile processes, sprint planning, and continuous improvement.
• Validation & Compliance: Oversee product testing and validation, ensuring compliance with global standards (FCC, CE, ISO, etc.).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with hardware, software, and manufacturing teams for on-time delivery.
• Customer Engagement: Present product demos and updates to executives, incorporating feedback into future iterations.
• Risk & Dependency Management: Identify risks, manage dependencies, and resolve blockers.
• Lifecycle Management: Own the product lifecycle from concept through post-launch.
• Performance Reporting: Deliver executive-level reporting on KPIs and development progress.

Technical Expertise

• 20+ years in smart device/IoT/consumer electronics/wearables/automotive.
• Strong knowledge of embedded systems, wireless protocols (BLE, Zigbee, Wi-Fi), firmware, and HW-SW integration.
• Proven expertise in validation/testing processes and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with Agile tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.).
• Experience with cloud platforms, AI integration, and emerging smart device technologies.

Leadership & Strategic Skills

• Proven ability to lead global product teams and manage complex, cross-functional projects.
• Strong communication skills to engage executives, customers, and technical teams.
• Demonstrated success in customer-centric product strategies.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure.

Experience

• 20+ years as a Product Owner / Technical Program Manager / Product Manager in smart devices.
• Track record working with Tier 1 global customers.
• Expertise in validation, QA, and regulatory-compliant product launches.
• Familiarity with wearables, AR/VR, sensors, and system-level integration.

Preferred Qualifications

• CSPO (Certified Scrum Product Owner) or equivalent.
• Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience leading large-scale product portfolios aligned to global trends.
• Knowledge of AI/ML, voice assistants, and connected ecosystems.