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The Master Lock Company · 3 days ago

Group Technical Product Manager, Software

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$105K/yr - $165K/yr

5+ years exp

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes. They are seeking a Group Technical Product Manager, Software to lead the development of software features and products that enhance their connected home security ecosystem.

ManufacturingPrivacySecurity

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Build and mentor a team of technical software product managers, leading cross-functional Agile teams to develop software for new smart lock and security products on the Yale and August software platform, collaborating deeply with software engineering and product design

Manage and maintain the Yale and August software platform as a core asset in the company’s connected devices strategy

Collaborate with Category Management to define new product development initiatives and with Software Program Managers to plan and execute product delivery

Leverage usage data to drive data-informed decisions in product prioritization and development

Work in an Agile environment, continuously refining business needs, setting priorities, and defining milestones and deliverables

Define and refine team objectives and key results (OKRs) for new features and improvements, ensuring alignment with UX specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria

Own and prioritize the sprint backlog for assigned products, ensuring development efforts align with strategic priorities

Lead product discovery and design efforts, working closely with designers to ensure a user-centered approach to feature development

Track and report product performance post-launch, using key metrics to assess impact and inform future investment

Communicate progress and insights to senior executives through structured reporting on all key initiatives

Analyze and present key consumer performance metrics, including app reviews, product feedback, and Net Promoter Score (NPS), to identify opportunities for improvement

Collaborate with Customer Success to enhance user satisfaction and ensure product support aligns with customer needs

Qualification

Software product managementAgile methodologiesConnected productsSoftware developmentData-driven mindsetJira proficiencyMobile technologiesSubscription pricing modelsUser-centered designCross-functional collaborationCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

5+ years in software product management, software development, or related roles (QA, technical program management, or product design)

Proven experience leading software product managers and cross-functional Agile teams

Experience with recurring / subscription based software pricing models and implementation required

Strong ability to define and execute product roadmaps while ensuring strategic alignment with business goals

Strong foundation in software development, including system architecture, programming languages, APIs, data structures, and cloud services

Extensive experience with mobile technologies, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-connected devices, cloud services, and device firmware

Proficient in managing software platforms and product ecosystems, ensuring scalability and seamless cross-product integration

Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and best practices for software development

Proficiency in Jira or similar tools for issue tracking and product planning

Data-driven mindset, leveraging analytics to assess product health, understand user needs, and drive continuous improvement

Strong ability to manage dependencies across interconnected products and services, optimizing for customer experience and business impact

Experience collaborating with engineering, design, and business teams to translate customer insights into actionable product improvements

Comfortable working with senior executives and cross-functional teams to communicate strategy, progress, and key insights

Ability to quickly grasp complex technologies and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Skilled at navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in high-pressure situations

Passionate about building user-centered products with a strong focus on usability and customer experience

Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience

Preferred

Experience with connected products

MBA is a plus

Software development experience

Benefits

Robust health plans

Market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy)

Inclusive fertility / adoption benefits

Company

The Master Lock Company

For over 100 years, The Master Lock Company has been recognized around the world as the authentic, enduring name in padlocks and security products.

Founded in 1921

Oak Creek, Wisconsin, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://masterlock.com

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