Senior Product Manager (Video Devices)

Motorola Solutions; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work models

Paid time off

Health care benefits

Employee bonuses

Stock grants & employee stock purchase

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Product Manager for its Video Devices hardware team in Vancouver. You will own a segment of the portfolio, drive the product lifecycle from concept through sunset, and collaborate with engineering, marketing, and sales to deliver AI-enabled video solutions.

The role emphasizes market-driven decision making, ROI-focused project leadership, and close engagement with customers and partners to grow revenue across Avigilon and Pelco camera portfolios.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years in product management for hardware devices.
• Experience with global organizations and NPIs is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and market-driven mindset are essential.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage elements of the devices portfolio across the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, software, and marketing teams.
• Conduct market research with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Define product vision, roadmap, and strategy aligned with company goals.
• Develop business cases including revenue projections and ROI.
• Communicate changes and releases to stakeholders; support field inquiries.

Skills

Product Management

Hardware development

NPI process

Project management

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Relationship management

Self-motivation

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA desirable

Tools

IP networking

Video management systems

Video analytics & AI in video

Job description

• Motorola Solution’s Video Division is defining the future of the security industry through innovative end-to-end-solutions
• We’re changing the landscape of the surveillance industry through advanced award-winning AI based surveillance systems
• Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world and our team is advancing the field as it applies to the surveillance industry
• You will have the opportunity to contribute to intelligent camera surveillance systems through product management of our fixed camera devices for the Avigilon and Pelco portfolio of cameras and sensors
• Reporting to the Group Product Manager, you will be responsible for the overall success of one or more assigned areas within the video devices hardware team
• We are the dynamic team behind the cameras and sensors that are a critical component in the company’s overall solutions
• We’re responsible for delivering a seamless solution that makes our entire end-to-end product ecosystem shine
• Our mission is to relentlessly drive maximum business impact and deliver unparalleled customer value, from installation through day-to-day monitoring and event management
• Like all positions in the Product Management organization, this role will be responsible for the continued expansion of video analytics and AI into the product portfolio
• The successful candidate will take ownership of a segment of the team’s portfolio and be a key contributor to strategic initiatives
• This position requires extensive collaboration with external customers and partners, as well as a variety of internal stakeholders
• These include other camera hardware and video management system product managers, firmware and software engineers, and marketing professionals
• The primary focus of these partnerships will be to deliver innovative camera solutions and supporting tools that are vital for both retaining and growing revenue of our devices and VMS portfolio
• Market:
• Being the voice of the market and customer within the organization
• Develop a thorough understanding of the needs of the physical security market by conducting market research supported by on-going collaboration with customers, channel partners, and internal stakeholders for our key verticals and geographic markets
• Deeply understanding the competitive environment and our product competitive position
• Product Roadmap:
• Working with the product management team to define a clear product vision for your respective area that ties into the overarching strategy
• Defining the who, what, why, where, and when (but not the how) for your assignments and champion that within the organization and ensure all decisions are consistent with that vision
• Work with engineering and technology teams to conduct research into new areas and create innovative solutions
• Product Life-Cycle:
• Own and manage elements of the devices portfolio throughout the entire product life cycle
• Develop and maintain the business case for each project and/or major feature enhancement including revenue projections and project ROI
• Liaise requirements between the extended product management team and respective engineering teams
• Continually monitor product performance and take action accordingly
• Create presentations for various stakeholders to communicate changes, new releases and product end of life
• Validate sales forecast working with Finance, Planning and Analysis
• Field Engagement:
• Garner technical product knowledge, respond to field inquiries and escalations
• Work closely with training teams to develop material and sales tools for internal and partner training courses

Benefits

• Flexible work models
• Paid time off
• Paid parental and family leave
• Health care benefits
• Global wellness resources
• Employee assistance programs
• Rotation programs
• Mentor relationships
• Learning and development opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Employee bonuses
• Stock grants & employee stock purchase plans

At least 5+ years of Product Management experience with hardware device development lifecycles in a mature NPI process as part of a global organizationProject management experience would be an assetStrong analytical skills are requiredExceptional critical thinker, decisive, ability to anticipate market trends, evaluate trade-offs and risk in a manner that results in a well thought out strategyExceptional written communication skills in support of vision and market definitionsStrong oral communication skills. Must be able to effectively present ideas, roadmap elements, status updates and/or proposals to upper levels of management, including non-technical staffSelf-motivated, with the ability to learn quickly and independentlyExceptional relationship skills that support strong sustained interaction with customers, prospects, industry leaders, and the development organizationBachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experienceCandidates will possess both technical and business acumenExperience managing large, complex product portfolios in a global business environmentMBA or equivalent training desiredFamiliarity with physical video security cameras, video management systems, video analytics, AI applications in video, and IP networking