Director, Technology Product Management

JLL•Sacramento, CA

22h•Remote

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. JLL Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager to lead product strategy and execution for our rapidly expanding data center technology portfolio and emerging robotics initiatives within our Workplace Management (WPM) division. This role requires a hands-on leader with deep domain expertise in data center infrastructure, AI/ML platforms, and automation technologies who can immediately drive product decisions across our technology stack. This senior role offers the opportunity to shape JLL's technology leadership in data centers and workplace robotics. You'll be responsible for building and partnering for product capabilities that directly support our global data center operations while pioneering new robotics and automation solutions that will define the future of workplace management. Join us in expanding JLL's technology offering and driving innovation across our integrated platform of infrastructure, analytics, and intelligent operations systems.

Requirements

7+ years of product management experience with 4+ years specifically in data center infrastructure, cloud computing, or enterprise hardware solutions
Deep technical knowledge of data center operations, including DCIM systems, network hardware, server infrastructure, and storage solutions
Knowledge of server and network storage and infrastructure automation management
Experience with IoT platforms, building management systems (BMS), and network operations centers (NOC)
Strategic thinking with the ability to "hit the ground running" in a fast-paced, technical environment
Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex technology ecosystems and make data-driven product decisions
Excellent communication skills to work effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, and external partners
Entrepreneurial mindset to drive innovation in emerging technology areas

Nice To Haves

Background in robotics, automation, or emerging workplace technologies
Experience with Supermicro, Hitachi, Lumen, or similar enterprise infrastructure vendors
Knowledge of intelligent building platforms and smart building technologies
Previous experience in facilities management or workplace services technology

Responsibilities

Work in partnership with the business to define strategy and roadmap for JLL's comprehensive data center technology stack, including infrastructure automation, DCIM/BMS/NOC systems, and intelligent operations platforms
Manage product integration across our JLL Smart Building Platform/IOC (Intelligent Operations Center) and global data center operations
Lead research and product development initiatives for robotics applications within workplace management operations
Evaluate and recommend automation solutions that enhance our delivery, operations, and actualization capabilities
Drive innovation in analytics, diagnostics, and workflow automation technologies
Work closely with REMs Workplace Management business division to identify technology requirements and translate business needs into technical specifications
Manage customer-facing platforms including developer consoles, APIs, billing systems, and customer portals (Supermicro Supercloud integration)
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver products that integrate seamlessly with existing CMMS, ticketing, and security ecosystems