Technical Product Manager II, Hardware

March 20, 2024
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Job Description

At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers users to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. WHOOP is seeking a Technical Product Manager II, Hardware to help define & drive product requirements, strategy, and delivery of features by partnering with the hardware team, that includes Mechanical, Electrical, Embedded, and Signal Processing engineers. 

As part of the Hardware Product team, the ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and managing requirements for future products, as well as leading analytics and continuous improvement initiatives on sustaining product portfolio to drive data-informed decision-making. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Product Requirements: Define and document product requirements across all hardware subsystems, including functional specifications and user stories while ensuring a deep understanding of technical implications and constraints
  • Product Documentation: Collaborate with the hardware teams and marketing to ensure product documentation is accurate and up-to-date, including user manuals, technical specifications and release notes 
  • Data-driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics and insights to make informed decisions and continuously improve hardware features for both sustaining and future generations. Monitor key performance metrics and iterate based on user feedback and data analysis
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including various hardware teams, industrial design, and accessories, to ensure the successful development and launch of hardware features
  • Market Analysis: Stay informed about tech trends in the health & wearable space, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation. Have a strong point of view on where the world is going and what is relevant for WHOOP

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Engineering degree, preferably with a focus in the Electrical or Mechanical disciplines
  • 2+ years of product management experience focused on hardware, preferably in the consumer electronics industry
  • Proven track record in hardware engineering and possess the analytical skills necessary to optimize product performance and enhance customer satisfaction
  • Experience managing the full product lifecycle, from concept to launch to sustaining
  • Excellent strategic thinking, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven and member-centric mindset
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams on several initiatives simultaneously
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts and ideas in a clear and concise manner and to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Passion for health, fitness, and wellness, and a strong alignment with the WHOOP mission and values

This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office. 

Interested in the role, but dont meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.

WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility.