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Department OverviewCloud Platform Engineering
Job Description
Motorola solutions is “solving for safer” by building the next generation safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. And to succeed we need to create a compelling platform offering for customers to run our applications - be it in an on-prem environment, a cloud environment, or a mix of both.
The Cloud Platform Engineering (CPE) team at Motorola Solutions is seeking a Product Manager with a strong software and technology background. The position is responsible for defining and delivering product roadmaps to meet and exceed the needs and expectations of public safety customers. You will be involved in addressing and prioritizing the needs of large customer opportunities, as well as researching and identifying emerging market needs. Core to the role will be establishing relationships with customers, vendors, sales & marketing, internal stakeholders, procurement teams, executives and engineering teams to own the problem with a 360-degree perspective.
Department Overview
The Cloud Platform Engineering team (CPE) is Motorola Solutions' organization of cloud subject matter experts specializing in the deployment, management, operations, compliance and security of our cloud-based and hybrid solutions. The organization delivers solutions at scale, with efficiencies delivered through common services, industry expertise, and centralized cost management and monitoring. CPE facilitates partnerships with hardware and software vendors, and other technology partners, and streamlines our interactions with their infrastructure and services. We also accelerate cloud development and hybrid deployments and optimize operations, management & cost through scale and specialization with cloud-native services and agile processes.
Job Responsibilities
The candidate responsibilities will include:
Develop and execute on product strategy
Conduct market research and gather customer insights to identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including procurement, product managers from partner teams, engineering, design, marketing, and sales to define product requirements, prioritize features, and ensure successful product launches.
Lead the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch, and ongoing product enhancements, including defining product roadmap, feature prioritization, and release planning.
Define clear product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria to guide the development team.
Monitor and analyze product performance metrics, user feedback, and market trends to make data-driven decisions and drive continuous product improvement.
Act as a product evangelist, effectively communicating the value proposition and benefits of our edge platform to internal stakeholders, customers, and partners.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
Manage external hardware and software vendor relationships to align priorities and jointly plan roadmaps
Develop and demonstrate a high level of subject matter expertise in all relevant functional areas to help maintain a system-level view during the solution construction process.
Track high-level product progress towards enabling market introductions.
Ensure backlog and goals for each team are maintained and current.
Be the face of the team with executives around the company to showcase the value prop and progress against the program’s goals.
Requirements
At least 3 years experience in product management and 5 years Industry experience in an engineering or product management related discipline.
At least 3 years experience delivering enterprise software solutions to large customers
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
Demonstrated success in delivering complex software products from concept to launch, preferably in an Agile development environment.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Polished presentation skills for internal and external audiences
Team player, consensus builder, natural collaborator
Strong organization and planning skills
Proactive, enthusiastic attitude toward challenging problems
Strong decision making and prioritization skills
Skilled at developing user personas, problem solving user requirements and user stories
Experience with channel, direct, and hybrid sales management
Experience in Law Enforcement / Public Safety solutions, software and devices is a plus
Experience with enterprise software and devices is a plus
Eligible for relevant security clearances where required by customer interaction
Basic Requirements
At least 3 years experience in product management and 5 years Industry experience in an engineering or product management related discipline.
At least 3 years experience delivering enterprise software solutions to large customers
Experience and knowledge of core technical concepts required for this product line - server and network hardware, virtualization, kubernetes, enterprise integrations, etc.
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
Demonstrated success in delivering complex software products from concept to launch, preferably in an Agile development environment.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Polished presentation skills for internal and external audiences
Team player, consensus builder, natural collaborator
Strong organization and planning skills
Proactive, enthusiastic attitude toward challenging problems
Strong decision making and prioritization skills
Skilled at developing user personas, problem solving user requirements and user stories
Experience with channel, direct, and hybrid sales management
Experience in Law Enforcement / Public Safety solutions, software and devices is a plus
Experience with enterprise software and devices is a plus
Eligible for relevant security clearances where required by customer interaction
Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanYes
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
