Product Manager

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Department: Customer Success and Implementation

About the Company:

Paladin is revolutionizing public safety with autonomous drone technology. Our mission? To be on the frontline of emergencies within 90 seconds. When someone dials 911, our drones take flight, providing first responders with a real-time overhead view of the situation, amplifying their situational awareness and hastening response times. Leveraging LTE for unlimited range and control, our drones currently answer the call of duty over 1000 times weekly across multiple cities and states.

Our vision is ambitious: within the next decade, our technology will be an essential tool for first responders in every city worldwide. As a tight-knit, passionate, and forward-thinking team, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of UAV tech and making a monumental difference in a rapidly advancing domain.

Overview :

Product Managers are responsible for defining product vision, strategy, and roadmaps while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet customer needs and drive business growth. They combine market research, stakeholder input, and data analysis to make informed decisions about product features, prioritization, and lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities :

• Product Vision and Strategy :
  • Define and communicate the product vision and strategy, aligning them with company objectives.
  • Develop and maintain a product roadmap, prioritizing features and initiatives based on customer needs, market trends, and business goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration :
  • Work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, and other teams to ensure seamless product development and launch.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all product-related decisions and questions within a designated team.
• Product Development and Execution :
  • Manage the product development lifecycle, from ideation to release, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.
  • Prioritize features and manage trade-offs between scope, timeline, and resources.
• Performance Tracking and Optimization :
  • Use data-driven insights to iterate on the product, improve user experience, and drive adoption.
• Stakeholder Management :
  • Communicate product plans, progress, and outcomes to internal stakeholders.
  • Advocate for the customer while balancing business needs and technical constraints expressed by engineering teams.

Qualifications :

• Preferred bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, engineering, or a related field, or 2 years of experience in product management or a related role.
• Strong understanding of product development processes, agile methodologies, and UX principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders and drive consensus.
• Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, Asana, or other product management software.
• Familiarity with DJI Product Suite or prior experience within the public safety or drone industries.

Work Environment :

• Full-time role, often with flexible or remote work options.
• Collaborative, fast-paced, and dynamic team environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and equity packages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
• Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven, innovative company
• A collaborative and fast-paced work environment
  
  

Join Paladin Drones and contribute to the future of autonomous emergency response technology. Apply today to be part of an innovative team making a real-world impact!

Paladin Drones is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.