Product Manager, Hivemind Foundations (R3092)

As a Product Manager at Shield AI, you'll oversee the development of the Hivemind Foundations product. This includes developing and maintaining the product roadmap, creating requirements based on acute customer needs, and ensuring excellence in functionality and documentation. You'll also work closely with autonomy engineers and technical directors, playing a pivotal role in addressing foundational challenges in multi-agent autonomy. Your engagement with both internal teams and external customers will be crucial in driving product success.

To qualify for the Product Manager position at Shield AI, candidates should have a B.S. in Computer Science or a related field, along with at least 8 years of applicable work experience. Strong fundamentals in software engineering and the software development life cycle are essential. Ideal candidates should also showcase expertise in balancing technical and business risks, developing a specialized knowledge of technical products, and demonstrating profound customer empathy.

The total compensation package for a Product Manager at Shield AI varies based on experience and includes a salary range of $182,000 to $273,000, along with bonuses, benefits, and equity for regular positions. For temporary roles, an hourly wage is provided along with applicable benefits post-60 days. Additional benefits such as equity and international assistance may apply for positions outside the U.S.

At Shield AI, we are dedicated to creating growth opportunities for our employees. As a Product Manager, you can expect to develop your leadership skills and expand your technical knowledge while working on innovative defense technology. Many team members move into senior management roles or specialize further into technical aspects, contributing to the company’s strategic direction and innovation.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, committed to diversity and inclusion. We respect all individuals, regardless of race, gender identity, national origin, or any other status. Our inclusive culture is reinforced by equitable hiring practices, an affirmative action approach, and an active commitment to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone's voice is valued.

When responding to this question, highlight relevant experiences that demonstrate your product management skills, especially in technical environments. Discuss specific projects you led, the methodologies you used, and how you interacted with engineering and technical teams to drive product success.

Discuss how you balance customer needs, technical feasibility, and business objectives. Explain specific frameworks or methods you employ for prioritization, such as MoSCoW or RICE, and provide examples of times when your prioritization led to successful outcomes.

Explain how clear and effective communication is key in bridging the gap between technical teams and stakeholders. Provide strategies you use to translate technical jargon into business language, ensuring all parties understand the product’s vision and requirements.

Provide a specific example showcasing your problem-solving skills. Discuss how you navigated the conflicts by understanding the underlying reasons, facilitating dialogue, and arriving at a consensus that satisfied the most critical business and customer needs.

Discuss various methods of gathering feedback, such as surveys, interviews, and user testing sessions. Explain how you analyze this feedback and turn it into actionable insights to guide product enhancements, ensuring alignment with the customers' needs and expectations.

Emphasize the importance of data-driven decision-making. Talk about the metrics you track to gauge product performance, and how you use data to inform your product strategy and resource allocation, ensuring a systematic approach to optimization.

Describe your approach to setbacks in a positive light, focusing on resilience and learning. Discuss a specific situation where you faced challenges, how you re-evaluated your strategy, and the lessons learned for future product management efforts.

Discuss current trends such as AI, customer-centric design, or Agile methodologies. Highlight how these trends are reshaping product management and how you plan to adapt your strategies to meet the changing landscape in defense technology.

Express genuine interest in Shield AI's mission to protect service members and civilians with innovative technology. Talk about how your skills and experiences align with the company’s goals and how you envision contributing to the team’s success.

Detail your commitment to continuous learning through various channels such as online courses, industry conferences, and professional networks. Mention specific resources or communities where you engage with the latest trends and developments that could impact product management.