Senior Product Manager, Device API Integration

TP-Link; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision

401k contributions

15 days vacation

11 paid holidays

Bi-annual reviews and annual pay rises

Wellness benefits including gym

Quarterly team-building events

Job summary

TP-Link Systems Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Product Manager, API Integration, to lead the integration of Tapo APIs into enterprise partner platforms and manage the full lifecycle.

You will work with enterprise clients to translate requirements into scalable solutions and partner with internal R&D teams to drive execution. You will collaborate across engineering, product, and business units to deliver integrations that enable whole-home ecosystems, while maintaining a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of product management experience.
• Experience managing software products, APIs, or platform integrations.
• Strong understanding of the API integration lifecycle from requirements to delivery.
• Ability to write PRDs and translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Excellent collaboration with engineering and R&D teams and strong communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of enterprise API integrations for TP-Link smart home products and platforms.
• Partner with enterprise and B2B customers to understand integration requirements and business objectives.
• Translate customer requirements into actionable product and technical solutions for internal teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable integration solutions.
• Present technical solutions and integration strategies to enterprise customers and partners.

Skills

API integrations

Product requirement documents

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Customer-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science / Engineering

Tools

APIs

Job description

About Us

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager, API Integration to lead the integration of Tapo APIs into enterprise partner platforms. This role will own the full integration lifecycle, ensuring seamless connectivity between Tapo smart home devices and customer ecosystems. The ideal candidate combines strong technical understanding of smart home technologies with a customer-focused mindset, working closely with enterprise clients to gather requirements, translate business needs into scalable solutions, and partner with internal R&D teams to drive execution. This individual will play a critical role in delivering whole-home smart solutions into real customer environments. We are looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced, startup-like environments, demonstrates creativity and strong problem-solving skills, and can effectively drive alignment across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of enterprise API integrations for Tapo smart home products and platforms
• Partner directly with enterprise and B2B customers to understand integration requirements, technical needs, and business objectives
• Translate customer requirements into actionable product and technical solutions for internal R&D and engineering teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable integration solutions
• Present technical solutions, integration strategies, and product capabilities to enterprise customers and partners
• Drive successful deployment of smart home integrations into real-world customer environments and whole-home ecosystems
• Act as a bridge between customers and internal teams to ensure alignment, execution, and delivery timelines are met
• Identify opportunities to improve integration processes, API functionality, and customer experience
• Operate effectively in a fast-moving environment with the ability to prioritize, adapt quickly, and execute with urgency
• Demonstrate strong analytical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills to address complex integration challenges
• Stay informed on industry trends, smart home technologies, and enterprise integration best practices
• Mentor or influence cross-functional teams through strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, Communications, or a related technical field required
• Minimum of 3 years of product management experience required
• Experience managing software products, APIs, or platform integrations, preferably within consumer electronics, IoT, smart home, or connected device environments
• Strong understanding of the API integration lifecycle, including gathering requirements, defining workflows, and driving successful implementation
• Proven experience writing detailed Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) and translating business needs into technical requirements and actionable deliverables
• Ability to work closely with engineering and R&D teams to drive execution, prioritize deliverables, and resolve integration challenges
• Strong customer-facing communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts and solutions to enterprise and B2B partners
• Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and influence stakeholders across multiple departments and remote teams
• Strong analytical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments
• Deep understanding of user experience principles and the ability to anticipate customer and end-user needs
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and urgency in delivering results
• Passion for continuous learning, innovation, and emerging smart home technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in consumer electronics, smart home, IoT, or connected device industries
• Hands-on experience using smart home ecosystems and products, with a strong understanding of how smart home technology enhances everyday life
• Experience working in startup or high-growth environments with rapidly evolving priorities
• Familiarity with enterprise/B2B product delivery and partner integration models
• Technical background or experience collaborating closely with software engineering teams on API-driven platforms and integrations

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial premium coverage for dependents)
• Employer quarterly contributions to 401k funds
• 15 days accrued vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
• Quarterly team-building event

Salary Range: $160,000-$200,000

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.

We are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.