System Product Manager - AI Data Center

Trane Technologies plc; Lexington (KY); Remote; USD 114,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a System Product Manager for AI Data Centers to voice customer requirements for one of the fastest-growing market segments. You will translate AI factory needs into system-level strategies and partner with hyperscale and co-location customers to shape next-generation cooling and power solutions.

The role blends technical insight with business acumen, requires leadership across engineering and product teams, and involves driving roadmaps, VoC programs, and successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a technical field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of product management experience or relevant experiences.
• Proven experience in system product management, technical marketing, or system architecture, preferably within the data center industry.
• Deep understanding of data center infrastructure and the specific challenges posed by AI/ML workloads.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in a customer-facing role.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical features into customer value.
• Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment serving mission critical customers.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the Voice of Customer (VoC) process for the AI data center segment.
• Define system-level requirements and develop multi-generational product roadmaps for AI applications and system architecture.
• Collaborate with engineering to ensure our system architectures are optimized for AI workloads of varying sizes (e.g., 20MW to 1GW).
• Analyze market sizing, framing, and competitive positioning within the AI data center ecosystem.
• Develop and maintain a system product roadmap that aligns with the overall business strategy, customer needs, and technical capabilities, ensuring it contributes to Trane's sustainability commitments.
• Own the unified system architecture roadmap working in close partnership with system lead engineers and product/engineering teams.
• Serve as the primary conduit for customer feedback, ensuring that market insights are integrated into the product development roadmap.
• Define success criteria for new systems; define value proposition and work with the commercialization team to ensure a successful launch.
• Engage directly with key customers and partners to align technology roadmaps.

Skills

System product management

Voice of Customer

Cross-functional collaboration

AI data centers understanding

Customer-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical field

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Data center architecture

System-level requirements

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. Where is the work: Virtual The System Product Manager for AI Data Centers will be the voice of the customer for one of the fastest-growing market segments. This highly customer-facing role is responsible for deeply understanding the unique requirements of AI factories and translating them into actionable system-level product strategies. You will work closely with hyperscale and co-location customers to define the next generation of integrated cooling and power systems for AI. This role requires a unique blend of technical aptitude, business savvy, and a customer-centric mindset to define winning solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Establish and lead the Voice of Customer (VoC) process for the AI data center segment.
• Define system-level requirements and develop multi-generational product roadmaps for AI applications and system architecture.
• Collaborate with engineering to ensure our system architectures are optimized for AI workloads of varying sizes (e.g., 20MW to 1GW).
• Analyze market sizing, framing, and competitive positioning within the AI data center ecosystem.
• Develop and maintain a system product roadmap that aligns with the overall business strategy, customer needs, and technical capabilities, ensuring it contributes to Trane's sustainability commitments.
• Own the unified system architecture roadmap working in close partnership with system lead engineers and product/engineering teams.
• Serve as the primary conduit for customer feedback, ensuring that market insights are integrated into the product development roadmap.
• Define success criteria for new systems; define value proposition and work with the commercialization team to ensure a successful launch.
• Engage directly with key customers and partners to align technology roadmaps.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING: (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a technical field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of product management experience or relevant experiences.
• Proven experience in system product management, technical marketing, or system architecture, preferably within the data center industry.
• Deep understanding of data center infrastructure and the specific challenges posed by AI/ML workloads.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in a customer-facing role.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical features into customer value.
• Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment serving mission critical customers

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $113,810.00 - $183,400.00 Compensation Type: Salary Incentive Eligible: No Sales Commission Eligible: No Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home: Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE! Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance. Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support. Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations Safety Sensitive Role: No The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share. Learn more about what we do & how we do it. Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us.

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