Staff Product Manager - Connected Devices
Core
Staff Product Manager leading the hardware and firmware roadmap for in-field connected devices (asset gateways, beacons, sensors) that form the physical backbone of Motive's Equipment Monitoring platform.
Role type
Staff Product Manager (Hardware/IoT)
Builds
Rugged, purpose-built connected devices for asset tracking, protection, and optimization across industries like transportation, construction, and logistics.
Domain
Industrial IoT, Telematics, Connected Hardware
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Hardware product management, Firmware roadmap ownership, NPI execution (EVT/DVT/PVT/MP), Field reliability analysis, Cross-functional leadership, Technical fluency in battery/RF/GNSS, Customer discovery in industrial settings
Preferred skills
Cellular-connected battery-powered device launches, Telematics/fleet technology background
Technologies
MCUs, SoCs, LTE-M, NB-IoT, 4G, 5G, Bluetooth Low Energy, GNSS, OTA, IP ratings
Responsibilities
Own hardware/firmware roadmap and drive NPI from concept to mass production; Manage installed base metrics (failure rates, battery life, connectivity); Define firmware features for deployed devices; Lead device partnership technical decisions; Translate customer signals into technical requirements; Write PRDs and align cross-functional teams; Drive go-to-market readiness for new devices.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic scope
