Blue Origin
Sr. Technical Product Manager
Blue Origin, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!This role is part of Enterprise Technology (ET), where we're developing the digital infrastructure needed to build the road to space, with an emphasis on digital capabilities required to advance Blue Origin's mission. Enterprise Technology is the center of excellence for digital technology at Blue Origin, providing oversight and governance to align technology and business strategies.As a Technical Product Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping the digital infrastructure that supports our mission. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and leadership, to drive the development of innovative products that empower our teams. Your strategic vision, leadership, and commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences will be essential to our success.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Product Strategy and Vision:
Develop and articulate a clear product vision and strategy that aligns with both customer needs and Blue Origin's mission.Customer Focus:
Champion the customer's voice throughout the product lifecycle. Regularly engage with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to deeply understand their needs, gather feedback, and enhance the product experience.Roadmap Development & Prioritization:
Own the product roadmap, making data-driven decisions to prioritize features and enhancements based on customer needs, business impact, and technical feasibility. Ensure alignment with key stakeholders, including engineering, design, and leadership teams.Product Delivery:
Collaborate closely with UX, engineering, and customer teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. Define detailed product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria to guide development efforts.Risk Management:
Proactively identify potential risks to product performance, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Lead efforts to mitigate risks and ensure product stability and reliability.Cross-functional Leadership:
Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development and launch. Act as a product evangelist, drive adoption of product features and improvements.Release Planning:
Coordinate product and feature releases, including defining release criteria, scheduling, and ensuring readiness across all teams involved in the launch process.Performance and Metrics:
Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success. Leverage data to make informed decisions and iterate on product features and functionality.Stakeholder Communication:
Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on product progress, changes, and risks. Use feedback to inform and refine future product development.Continuous Improvement:
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating product processes, tools, and methodologies. Lead ongoing product discovery activities to identify optimal technology solutions for customer challenges.Market Research:
Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive landscape to inform product strategy and identify opportunities for innovation.Minimum Qualifications:Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field. MBA preferred.Experience:
4-6 years of product management experience. Proven track record of managing products through their entire lifecycle from conception to launch and scale.Agile/Scrum/Lean Expertise:
Strong experience with Lean, Agile, and Scrum methodologies, and proficiency with tools like JIRA and Confluence. Demonstrated ability to lead agile development processes.Technical Acumen:
Experience working closely with UX design and software engineering teams. Ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, make trade-offs, and evaluate new ideas.Analytical Skills:
Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to leverage data for decision-making and product prioritization.Communication Skills:
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.Leadership:
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority. Strong organizational and leadership skills.Customer-Centric:
Strong customer empathy and a passion for building products that deliver exceptional customer experiences.Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Compensation Range:CA applicants is $159,654.00-$223,515.60; CO applicants is $146,800.50-$205,520.70; WA applicants is $159,654.00-$223,515.60. Other site ranges may differ.Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
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Develop and articulate a clear product vision and strategy that aligns with both customer needs and Blue Origin's mission.Customer Focus:
Champion the customer's voice throughout the product lifecycle. Regularly engage with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to deeply understand their needs, gather feedback, and enhance the product experience.Roadmap Development & Prioritization:
Own the product roadmap, making data-driven decisions to prioritize features and enhancements based on customer needs, business impact, and technical feasibility. Ensure alignment with key stakeholders, including engineering, design, and leadership teams.Product Delivery:
Collaborate closely with UX, engineering, and customer teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. Define detailed product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria to guide development efforts.Risk Management:
Proactively identify potential risks to product performance, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Lead efforts to mitigate risks and ensure product stability and reliability.Cross-functional Leadership:
Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development and launch. Act as a product evangelist, drive adoption of product features and improvements.Release Planning:
Coordinate product and feature releases, including defining release criteria, scheduling, and ensuring readiness across all teams involved in the launch process.Performance and Metrics:
Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success. Leverage data to make informed decisions and iterate on product features and functionality.Stakeholder Communication:
Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on product progress, changes, and risks. Use feedback to inform and refine future product development.Continuous Improvement:
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating product processes, tools, and methodologies. Lead ongoing product discovery activities to identify optimal technology solutions for customer challenges.Market Research:
Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive landscape to inform product strategy and identify opportunities for innovation.Minimum Qualifications:Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field. MBA preferred.Experience:
4-6 years of product management experience. Proven track record of managing products through their entire lifecycle from conception to launch and scale.Agile/Scrum/Lean Expertise:
Strong experience with Lean, Agile, and Scrum methodologies, and proficiency with tools like JIRA and Confluence. Demonstrated ability to lead agile development processes.Technical Acumen:
Experience working closely with UX design and software engineering teams. Ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, make trade-offs, and evaluate new ideas.Analytical Skills:
Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to leverage data for decision-making and product prioritization.Communication Skills:
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.Leadership:
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority. Strong organizational and leadership skills.Customer-Centric:
Strong customer empathy and a passion for building products that deliver exceptional customer experiences.Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Compensation Range:CA applicants is $159,654.00-$223,515.60; CO applicants is $146,800.50-$205,520.70; WA applicants is $159,654.00-$223,515.60. Other site ranges may differ.Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
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