Technical Product Manager (Senior - Staff), Software

True Anomaly•Denver, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it. OUR MISSION True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground. YOUR MISSION We’re looking for a Senior/Staff Product Manager – Technical who can bridge the gap between product vision and technical execution. This role requires a candidate with a strong technical foundation—particularly in the space domain—and a deep understanding of data flows, user workflows, and how these intersect to create scalable, defense mission products. You will work directly with the US Space Force and other USG customers to define requirements and drive strategic capability development. You will also work cross-functionally across engineering, cyber, legal, and finance to ensure the product meets both external and internal business needs. You will own the implementation strategy, translating user needs into detailed product requirements, working closely with engineers to deliver capabilities that meet user needs. Your ability to think like a user while speaking the language of developers will be key to your success.

Requirements

6+ years of product management or technical product ownership experience
Proven experience working directly with external customers and earning trust with peers
Experience delivering against competitive, milestone/demo-based government contracts (down-selects, phased prototype OTAs, etc.)
Experience working with cloud-deployed architectures, containerized software, web-based applications, developer tools, and data products
Ability to visualize and communicate complex data and user workflows
Experience writing technical documentation, PRDs, or system specifications
Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development practices
Technical background (e.g., degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant work experience)
U.S. Citizen

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the US Space Force’s approach to Battle Management and associated doctrines
Knowledge of the ATO process and NIST Risk Management Framework
Hands-on experience with cloud deployments, containerized software, web applications, or similar platforms/infrastructure/applications
Background in systems engineering or technical program management
Experience working on space-related programs (e.g., Battle Management, SDA, satellite operations, RPO training, or electronic warfare)
Active or eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

Partner with customers, business development, and engineers to define product functionality, shaping scope where requirements are thin or evolving, and prioritize features based on business goals and technical feasibility
Engage directly with the US Government to align expectations, continually solicit feedback, and earn trust to partner with the customer to guide the roadmap
Own scope trade-offs between product vision and delivery capacity, making prioritization calls when needed
Create clear, actionable requirements, epics, and other specifications that guide engineering execution
Map and document user workflows, data flows, and system dependencies to ensure a full-stack understanding of product behavior
Define and track success metrics, gathering feedback and iterating quickly to improve outcomes
Partner with technical program management and engineering leadership to keep the backlog aligned to current priorities
Provide transparent, concise program updates to executives and partners with clarity and technical precision through documentation, dashboards, and presentations