Product Manager

Balboa Water Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Balboa Water Group in San Diego, CA is seeking a Product Manager to lead strategy, development, and lifecycle management of key product lines. You will translate customer needs and market insights into actionable plans and collaborate across teams to drive development from concept through launch.

Ideal candidates bring a strategic mindset, strong cross-functional collaboration skills, and a track record of delivering products that meet customer needs and support business goals.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in product management or related engineering/commercial role.
• Experience with product development and new product introductions.
• Experience with OEM customers, electronics, or water/wellness markets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain roadmaps aligned with customer needs, market trends, and goals.
• Define requirements, pricing, and positioning via competitive research and VOC.
• Lead cross-functional teams from concept to launch and end-of-life.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales and Marketing for alignment and go-to-market.
• Create sales tools, training materials, and support adoption with Sales.
• Track product health with metrics, pricing, cost analysis, and rationalization.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Prioritization

Clear communication

Documentation skills

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field

Tools

Agile

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: San Diego location - San Diego, CA 92154, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary, Job Category: Engineering, Balboa Water Group is a leader in connected wellness and control systems, delivering innovative solutions across the spa, swim spa, cold plunge, and adjacent markets. Our platforms combine advanced electronics, intelligent software, and intuitive user experiences to power next-generation products for leading OEM partners and emerging market segments. We are committed to innovation, quality, and creating scalable solutions that enhance everyday wellness experiences.

We're seeking a Product Manager to join our team and lead the strategy, development, and lifecycle management of key product lines. In this role, you'll translate customer needs and market insights into actionable product strategies, collaborate across teams to drive product development, and guide initiatives from concept through successful launch. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, strong cross-functional collaboration skills, and a focus on delivering products that meet customer needs and support business goals.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain product roadmaps aligned with customer needs, market trends, and business goals.
• Define product requirements, pricing, and positioning through competitive research and voice of customer input.
• Lead cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle - from concept to launch to end-of-life.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, and Marketing to ensure alignment across product development, documentation, and go-to-market plans.
• Create compelling sales tools, training materials, and support adoption efforts with the Sales team.
• Track product health, including performance metrics, pricing, cost analysis, and rationalization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product management or a related engineering or commercial role.
• Experience with product development, new product introductions, and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with OEM customers, electronics, or water and wellness markets is a plus.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to translate customer needs into clear product requirements.
• Clear communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional work and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable with data analysis and market research tools.
• Familiarity with Agile or other product development methodologies.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel up to 25% or more as needed.

EEO Statement

Balboa is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.