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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.
JOB SUMMARY
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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- 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 with agile methodologies in B2B product environments
- Previous product management experience in robotics products, industrial or
consumer
NICE TO HAVE:
- Experience with legged robot locomotion; familiarity with various gait methodologies (e.g., bipedal standing, walking, running)
- Experience with robotic teleoperation
- Experience in distributed computing across wireless networks
- Experience in actuators and/or motor design
- Experience with robotics standards such as ISO 10218-1, TS 15066, RIA R15.06
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
- Hearing and speech to communicate
Perks:
- Competitive salary w/ benefits
- Highly motivating equity incentive package
- Flexible work hours policy
- Professional development opportunities
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k plan
*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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