Product Manager

NODA AI; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive pay

Flexible time off

Generous PTO policy

Federal holidays

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Free OneMedical membership

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Austin is seeking an experienced Product Manager to drive the development and delivery of an autonomous orchestration platform. The role involves defining product strategy, collaborating with customers and engineering teams, and managing the full product lifecycle. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of product management experience, with strong analytical skills and the ability to obtain a security clearance. This position offers a hybrid work environment and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of product management experience, preferably in technology or software products.
• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder product development projects.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute product strategy and roadmap for autonomous orchestration solutions.
• Work with customers to understand requirements and translate them into actionable product features.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure timely delivery of products.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Customer-centric mindset

Technical acumen to work with engineering teams

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field

Job description

Product Manager – NODA AI

Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid on-site, with up to 20% travel)
Clearance Requirement: U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance

About NODA

NODA is a venture-backed technology company that is transforming how unmanned systems collaborate in complex, mission-critical environments. We are developing next-generation solutions that enable the autonomous orchestration of heterogeneous unmanned systems across air, sea, land, and space with vital applications in the defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors.

Our Product Managers drive the strategic vision and execution of groundbreaking autonomous orchestration solutions, shaping novel products from initial concept through customer delivery in one of technology's most innovative and impactful sectors.

Joining NODA means working on meaningful technology that pushes the boundaries of autonomy alongside a team that thrives on innovation, rapid iteration, and collaboration.

The Role

We are seeking a talented Product Manager to help lead the development and delivery of our autonomous orchestration platform. This is an exceptional opportunity to build novel product features from the ground up, working directly with customers to define requirements and collaborating with engineering teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that transform multi-domain autonomous operations. You'll own the full product lifecycle, from strategic planning and market analysis to feature development and customer success.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute product strategy and roadmap for autonomous orchestration solutions

• Work directly with defense, intelligence, and commercial customers to understand requirements and translate them into actionable product features

• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to prioritize development efforts and ensure timely delivery of high-quality products

• Lead cross-functional teams through the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to customer deployment

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product positioning

• Develop go-to-market strategies and support business development efforts with technical product expertise

• Manage product launches and coordinate with customers on successful deployment and integration

• Gather and analyze user feedback to continuously improve product offerings and customer experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field

• 2+ years of product management experience, preferably in technology or software products

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to make data-driven decisions

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder product development projects

• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in relevant field

• Previous military, government, or defense industry experience

• Experience with autonomous systems, robotics, AI/ML, or related technologies

• Background in both technical product management and product marketing

• Existing security clearance

• Experience working with DoD or intelligence community customers

Skills & Attributes

• Strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities

• Customer-centric mindset with ability to translate user needs into product requirements

• Technical acumen to work effectively with engineering teams and understand complex systems

• Versatility to handle diverse responsibilities from technical specifications to marketing positioning

• Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving startup environment

• Passion for innovative technology that makes a meaningful impact

What We Offer

• Hybrid work environment

• Competitive pay

• Flexible time off

• Generous PTO policy

• Federal holidays

• Generous health, dental, and vision benefits

• Free OneMedical membership

Growth Path at NODA

As NODA continues to grow, there will be opportunities for Product Managers to advance into senior product leadership roles, expand into new market segments, or take on broader strategic responsibilities across the organization.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.