Lead Product Manager – Physical Access Control

Genea

21d•$150,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Genea is a leading cloud-based physical access control company transforming how organizations secure and manage their buildings. Our platform delivers intelligent security systems, HVAC automation, and workplace experience tools to customers ranging from commercial real estate firms to Fortune 1000 enterprises. As we continue to expand our enterprise capabilities and integrate cutting-edge AI technology, we're looking for passionate product leaders to help shape the future of physical security. We are seeking an experienced Lead Product Manager to own the strategy and execution for our core Access Control product line. In this role, you will serve as the primary product leader for our access control solutions, driving the product vision from customer discovery through delivery. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, design, sales, and customer success teams to deliver innovative features that meet the evolving needs of our customers. This role reports directly to the Head of Product and plays a critical role in Genea's continued growth and market expansion.

Requirements

3-5+ years of product management experience in a B2B SaaS or technology environment
Demonstrated experience with product management tools including Productboard, Jira, and product discovery methodologies
Proficiency with design collaboration tools such as Figma and Canva
Strong track record of conducting customer interviews and translating insights into successful products
Experience developing and managing product roadmaps with clear prioritization rationale
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Strong analytical skills with experience making data-driven product decisions
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Must be located in the Eastern Time Zone; Atlanta area strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience in physical security, access control, video surveillance, or related industries
Familiarity with enterprise security systems and Fortune 1000 customer requirements
Experience leveraging AI and machine learning capabilities in product development
Knowledge of IoT platforms, cloud architecture, and hardware-software integration
Experience with agile/scrum methodologies in a fast-paced startup or growth-stage environment
MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field

Responsibilities

Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Access Control product line
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product direction
Develop data-driven prioritization frameworks to balance customer needs, business objectives, and technical feasibility
Translate business goals into actionable product requirements and user stories
Lead customer feedback interviews and discovery sessions to deeply understand user needs and pain points
Synthesize qualitative and quantitative customer insights into actionable product opportunities
Partner with sales and customer success teams to gather voice-of-customer feedback at scale
Validate product hypotheses through prototyping, user testing, and iterative experimentation
Author comprehensive product requirements documents (PRDs) and collaborate with design on user experience solutions
Partner closely with engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle to ensure successful delivery
Manage the product backlog, prioritizing features based on customer value and strategic alignment
Define success metrics and KPIs, and measure product performance post-launch
Serve as the subject matter expert for Access Control, communicating product updates to internal and external stakeholders
Collaborate with marketing on go-to-market strategies, positioning, and product launches
Support sales enablement by creating product collateral and participating in customer-facing meetings when needed
Mentor and guide junior product team members, fostering a culture of product excellence