Cloud Apps PM: Real-Time Data for Drilling Ops

INSPYR Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a Product Manager for Cloud Applications in Houston, TX. You will own the product vision for cloud-based tools, collaborating with engineering, design, data science, and operations to deliver measurable value in real time drilling workflows.

The role demands 7+ years in product management or related fields, strong web and cloud knowledge, and proficiency with backlog tools like Azure DevOps.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in product management, software development, or digital product roles.
• 3+ years of hands-on product management owning web or cloud-based applications.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of modern web technologies, cloud platforms, and software development lifecycles.
• Demonstrated ability to define product vision and translate it into executable roadmaps.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex digital products.
• Strong data literacy, including defining metrics, analyzing usage data, and driving decisions from insights.
• Experience using Azure DevOps (ADO) or similar tools for backlog management and product execution.

Responsibilities

• Product Vision & Strategy: Own and clearly communicate the product vision for cloud applications that support real time and post job drilling operations, translating business objectives and operational user needs into a cohesive, long term product strategy.
• Product Roadmap Development: Develop, maintain, and prioritize the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy, customer value, and technical feasibility.
• Web & Cloud Product Leadership: Lead the development of modern, scalable web applications, partnering closely with engineering on architecture, performance, security, scalability, and reliability in operational drilling environments.
• Drilling Operations Context & Validation: Ensure cloud applications are designed with a deep understanding of drilling workflows, operational constraints, and field realities. Validate product decisions through close engagement with rig operations, engineers, and end users to ensure solutions are practical, reliable, and drive measurable performance improvement.
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Work with a cross-functional product team, including software developers, product designers, data scientists, and operations, to deliver high quality cloud solutions.
• Requirements & Execution: Translate product vision into clear product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria. Own backlog prioritization and execution to ensure efficient delivery of value.
• Stakeholder & Customer Engagement: Serve as the primary product interface with internal stakeholders and customers to gather feedback, validate assumptions, and ensure solutions deliver real world value.
• Market & Competitive Strategy: Maintain a strong understanding of the drilling technology landscape, including trends in drilling data analytics, automation, and decision support tools used by operators and contractors. Identify and assess competitive and alternative offerings to inform product strategy, differentiation, and positioning.
• New Feature & Product Launches: Plan and execute feature releases and product launches, coordinating with engineering, commercial, marketing, and operations teams to drive successful adoption.
• Marketing Collaboration: Participate in the creation of marketing communication materials to effectively promote the product and its features.
• Industry Representation: Represent the company at trade fairs and networking events to enhance visibility and foster industry connections.

Skills

Product management

Cross-functional leadership

Data analytics

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Business

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a Product Manager for Cloud Applications in Houston, TX. You will own the product vision for cloud-based tools, collaborating with engineering, design, data science, and operations to deliver measurable value in real time drilling workflows.

The role demands 7+ years in product management or related fields, strong web and cloud knowledge, and proficiency with backlog tools like Azure DevOps.