[Remote] Hardware Product Manager
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Frontline Wildfire Defense is a company dedicated to creating innovative solutions for wildfire safety and climate technology. They are seeking a Hardware Product Manager to define and drive the product roadmap, manage cross-functional programs, and create partnerships to enhance their hardware product offerings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product management and a passion for building scalable solutions in a mission-driven environment.ResponsibilitiesDefine and drive product roadmap across controllers, hydraulics, sensors, and system capabilitiesTranslate customer and market needs into clear product requirementsDefine requirements across hardware, sensing, connectivity, and supporting softwareAlign roadmap with company strategy, balancing performance, cost, reliability, and install abilityIncorporate field and customer feedback into continuous product improvementLead cross-functional programs from concept through productization and launchAlign hardware, firmware, software, operations, and marketing teams through product development processesEnsure products are manufacturable, installable, and serviceableManage timelines, milestones, documentation and risks to ensure successful deliveryCreate and manage key hardware, sensor, and technology partnershipsSupport product positioning, packaging, and SKU definitionPartner with sales, operations, and marketing to align product with customer needsSkills5–10+ years experience in product management, program management, or related roles for hardware or connected productsBachelor's degree in engineering or related fieldExperience delivering complex, cross-functional products from concept through launchStrong systems thinking and ability to operate across hardware, software, and real-world workflowsExcellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skillsExperience with electro-mechanical, fluid-based, and sensor-driven productsExperience with IOT connected devices or cloud-integrated systemsExperience working with contract manufacturers, supply chain partners, and developing technology and product partnershipsBackground in safety-critical or field-deployed systemsBenefitsCompany-provided cell phone and laptopMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) retirement planFlexible time off + 14 paid holidays (yes, your birthday is one of them!)Work-from-home stipend to support your remote setupRemote-first work environment, fostering work-life balance and autonomyCompany-provided equipmentCompany OverviewFrontline protects homes and businesses from wildfires using tracking software, satellite connectivity, and onsite sprinkler systems. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Jackson, Wyoming, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.frontlinewildfire.com.