Full-Time Software Product Manager
Western Digital is hiring a remote Full-Time Software Product Manager. The career level for this job opening is Expert and is accepting USA based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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We are seeking a talented Consumer Software Product Manager to lead the development of cutting-edge storage solutions for consumers, prosumers, and small-to-medium businesses (SMBs). This role focuses on defining and managing software products that simplify and enhance the organization, accessibility, and security of digital data for home users and professionals. As the Product Manager, you will collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to build seamless and intuitive software products that address the growing needs for secure, flexible, and scalable digital storage solutions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Product Strategy & Vision: Define and execute the product roadmap for consumer storage solutions, with a focus on home users, prosumers, and SMBs looking to manage and secure their digital data.
- Market Research & Analysis: Identify market trends, consumer pain points, and competitive products to inform the development of innovative and user-friendly software.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware development, engineering, marketing, and sales, to deliver high-quality software products on time and within budget.
- User-Centered Design: Work closely with UX/UI teams to ensure the software solutions are intuitive, easy to use, and address the needs of diverse customer segments.
- Requirements Definition: Translate consumer needs and business objectives into detailed product requirements and specifications.
- Product Development: Manage the entire product lifecycle from concept through launch, ensuring continuous improvements based on user feedback and performance metrics.
- Customer Insights & Feedback: Engage with consumers, prosumers, and SMBs to gather feedback and refine products accordingly. Stay ahead of market needs through customer interviews, surveys, and feedback loops.
- Go-to-Market Strategy: Partner with marketing teams to build and execute product launch plans, including positioning, messaging, and promotional activities to maximize user adoption and retention.
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field (MBA is a plus).
- 5+ years of experience as a Product Manager, preferably in consumer software, cloud storage, or data management solutions.
- Experience with software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
- Strong understanding of consumer data storage needs, including cloud storage, file management, and data security.
- Proven ability to define and execute product roadmaps and manage cross-functional teams.
Skills:
- Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive decisions and measure performance.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.