Lead Product Manager, Data Center Solutions

Utilidata is an innovative NVIDIA-backed edge AI company that is redefining visibility and control over power utilization in energy-intensive environments, including data centers and the electric grid. Our distributed AI platform, Karman, powered by a custom NVIDIA module, is changing how utility companies manage the grid edge and is enabling data centers to maximize their computing potential while maintaining current power provisions.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Product Manager to spearhead the integration of Karman within data centers. This pivotal role will shape the product vision, strategy, and ensure product-market fit to encourage adoption by data center operators and hardware manufacturers. You will work closely with fellow product managers and cross-functional teams, such as engineering, marketing, and go-to-market initiatives, to deliver outstanding data center products that align with our ambitious business objectives and elevate customer satisfaction in the flourishing data center sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and champion the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Karman in data centers to align with business goals.
• Prioritize both exploratory investigations and product development to ensure Karman’s adoption among data center operators and equipment vendors.
• Collaborate with product managers to streamline and enhance the development process efficiently.
• Engage with cross-functional teams, including solutions, partnerships, communications, and customer success, to gather insights and prioritize product initiatives and acceptance criteria.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to reveal new growth opportunities and ignite product innovation.
• Partner with the VP of Product to relay data center workstream progress during executive discussions, sharing product updates and adjustments to the roadmap, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.
• Represent data center product-related decisions in executive conversations.
• Present the product roadmap and vision for data centers compellingly to customers, stakeholders, and in internal company meetings.
• Mentor and support junior product managers in integrating data center product needs into the subcomponents of Karman.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10+ years of industry experience, including at least 5 years in a Product Manager role for software or hardware products.
• Deep understanding of product management best practices and principles.
• Applied knowledge of hardware engineering fundamentals.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and collaboration abilities.
• Data-driven decision-maker with robust analytical skills.
• Collaborative experience with engineering teams to ensure timely product delivery within scope.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA, MS in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Compensation: Salary range of $160,000 to $195,000 base salary, based on experience, plus a 10% annual bonus target and stock options.

Location: This position can be performed remotely from anywhere in the United States.

Our Commitment: Utilidata champions the diversity of our team. We ensure equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. We are dedicated to:

• Cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming and respectful.
• Empowering our employees to solve problems and collaborate to make a difference.
• Offering mentorship and growth opportunities within a cooperative environment.
• Maintaining flexible work conditions, including flexible paid time off.
• Providing competitive compensation and benefits, including health, dental, vision, and employer-matched 401k.