Description
About Deep Trekker Deep Trekker is a leader in innovative submersible robotics, dedicated to designing and manufacturing high-performance, remote-operated vehicle systems both on land and underwater. Our portfolio includes submersible ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles), crawlers, and pipeline inspection robots, which are deployed in industries like marine infrastructure, aquaculture, wastewater management, and more. We are committed to revolutionizing inspection technology and empowering professionals with robust, easy-to-operate tools that deliver unparalleled reliability and performance. About the Role As the Product Manager at Deep Trekker, you will be responsible for driving the development, and success of our product lines. This role will have strong commercial ties including market research, product roadmap development, and cross-functional leadership by working closely with engineering, sales, marketing, and customer support teams to deliver products that meet market demands and exceed customer expectations. You will play a critical role in guiding the product lifecycle, setting product strategy, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring alignment with the company’s mission of creating world-class remotely operated inspection platforms. Responsibilities Product Strategy and Roadmap Development: Define and manage the strategic vision and roadmap for the ROV Product portfolio based on industry trends, customer insights, and competitive analysis. Develop and communicate a clear product strategy that aligns with Deep Trekker’s business objectives and growth goals. Prioritize product initiatives based on potential impact, technical feasibility, and market demand, ensuring optimal resource allocation. Internal Product Processes: Own the coordination of our product portfolio and validate that internal Deep Trekker systems are consistent Work with the operations team to improve product quality by prioritizing product improvements that have the highest impact Draft engineering product requirements documents and own specifications which drive engineering design focuses. Own the end-of-life strategy for products that are moving out of our active portfolio Product Development and Launch: Collaborate with the engineering team to oversee the development process, ensuring product features meet specifications and deliver exceptional customer value. Create and execute product launches, coordinating with marketing, sales, and customer support to ensure successful product launches and customer adoption. Work with beta customer pool to gather key insights and product feedback to support engineering in their development process. Track and analyze product performance metrics post-launch, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous enhancement efforts. Cross-functional Leadership: Serve as the primary point of contact for all matters related to the product portfolio, ensuring alignment and effective communication across teams. Work closely with sales to develop training materials and product information resources that support customer education and sales enablement. Partner with marketing to develop messaging, positioning, and promotional strategies that effectively communicate the unique value proposition of Deep Trekker ROV’s. Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the full product lifecycle for submersible products, from ideation and development through launch, growth, maturity, and eventual phase-out. Manage product portfolio profitability, recommending pricing strategies, feature adjustments, and lifecycle optimizations as needed. Lead cost down activities by combining common part types and streamlining operations processes via engineering design efforts. Own and drive the P&L of the product portfolio by controlling product margins and supporting the implementation of cost controls on the product line. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree is a plus). 3-5 years of experience in product management, preferably in robotics, industrial equipment, marine technology, or a related industry. (Commercial or B2B sales experience considered a plus) Ability to travel up to 20% of the year as needed for customer visits and tradeshows. Proven ability to develop and execute product roadmaps, with a strong understanding of the product development lifecycle. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling. Passion for innovation and understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the remote inspection or robotics industry. Why Deep Trekker? Innovation: Work with innovative technology that addresses real-world challenges in inspection and infrastructure industries. Growth: Be a part of a rapidly growing company with ample opportunities for career advancement and professional development. Impact: Play a key role in bringing revolutionary inspection solutions to market and helping professionals work smarter, safer, and more efficiently. How to Apply Please submit your resume and an impact statement about why you would be the right person to take on this exciting opportunity (what impact will you have at Deep Trekker). We look forward to welcoming a dynamic and forward-thinking Product Manager to our team
