Senior Technical Product Manager, Software

Fortune Brands • Deerfield, WI

402d

About The Position

The Senior Technical Product Manager, Software will play a critical role in shaping the integration of smart security products within the Connected Products Group at Fortune Brands Innovations. This position focuses on leading the development and launch of software features that enhance the user experience of Yale, August, and Master Lock products. The ideal candidate will be execution-oriented and customer-obsessed, working collaboratively across teams to deliver innovative solutions in a hybrid work environment.

Requirements

• Over 5 years in software product management or development, with at least 1 year in connected products preferred.
• BA/BS in a technical field or equivalent experience; MBA is advantageous.
• Advanced user of Jira or similar project management tools.
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and best practices.
• Strong foundational knowledge of software development, including system architectures and APIs.
• Ability to rapidly understand complex technology and convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• In-depth experience with mobile technologies, connected Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices, and cloud services.
• Dedicated to creating user-centered products.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and drive clarity in high-pressure situations.
• Strong belief in using data to understand user needs and drive product improvements.
• Extensive experience with both major mobile platforms (iOS and Android).
• Skilled in managing complex software platforms and product ecosystems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in quality assurance, development, technical program management, or product design.
• Familiarity with connected home technologies.

Responsibilities

• Adding new features and improvements to the Yale Access and Master Lock system.
• Leading innovation and driving end-to-end the launch of new products and experiences.
• Serving as a software product owner on large scrum teams.
• Collaborating with engineering team members to influence system architecture and design.
• Working closely with teams to bring new products and features to market.
• Collaborating with category managers, designers, and engineering partners to refine platform features.
• Working in an Agile environment to review business needs and refine priorities.
• Partnering with stakeholders to inform product vision and strategy.
• Developing, owning, and executing product plans for assigned initiatives.
• Defining and refining desirable outcomes and team OKRs for new features and improvements.
• Prioritizing and maintaining the sprint backlog for assigned products.
• Guiding the product functional discovery and design process.
• Developing and maintaining tracking and reporting of product performance post-launch.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plans
• Market-leading 401(k) program with company contribution
• Product discounts
• Flexible time off benefits including half-day summer Fridays
• Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits
• Employee Resource Groups for inclusivity support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees