We are looking for Principal Product Manager – Technical to drive the vision, strategy, and development of our computer vision and artificial intelligence products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, data science, design, and marketing to define and deliver exceptional products that solve complex problems and exceed customer expectations. You should be comfortable with a degree of ambiguity that’s higher than most projects and relish the idea of solving problems that, frankly, haven’t been solved at scale before – anywhere.
The JWO Technology team at AWS leverages computer vision, sensor fusion, and advanced machine learning to reinvent physical retail. Today, shoppers in JWO stores enjoy the convenience of no lines, no item by item scanning, and no checkout. Just enter the store with a scan (choice of your credit card, Amazon app, or Amazon One palm biometrics), pick up what you want, and skip the checkout when done. JWO technology automatically detects when products are taken from or returned to shelves and keeps track of them in a virtual cart . You can find JWO today at Amazon Fresh grocery stores, Whole Foods Market, Amazon Go convenience stores and a number of stores operated by 3rd party retailer customers using Just Walk Out as a Service (JWOS).
We’re looking for entrepreneurs who are passionate about innovating on behalf of customers, can demonstrate a high degree of ownership and want to have fun while they make history and craft industry-changing products. You will need to be comfortable thinking big while quickly experimenting and pivoting as customer needs require. You will collaborate directly with software engineers and Machine Learning scientists on technology in the physical environment and with designers to improve customer experience. Earning trust of highly technical teams and collaborating in a cross-functional team are also key to success in this role. Our team has a deep bench of experienced PMTs who enjoy coaching and mentoring new team members as they join the team and continue to grow in their careers.
Key job responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle from ideation to launch, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality execution.
Conduct market research and gather customer insights to identify and prioritize product opportunities.
Define product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria based on customer needs, market trends, and technological advancements.
Work closely with engineering and data science teams to define technical requirements and ensure successful product development.
Collaborate with design and UX teams to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap, aligning with the company’s strategic goals and objectives.
Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new feature development.
Work closely with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies, positioning, and pricing strategies.
Act as the product evangelist, effectively communicating the product vision, roadmap, and value proposition to internal teams, customers, and stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of product or program management, product marketing, business development or technology experience
- 5+ years experience with defining technical system requirements
- Experience in taking a product from conception & definition phase through engineering design and taking it to market
- Experience delivering large-scale SaaS, PaaS or LaaS products where you are responsible for the full product lifecycle, from concept through GTM (go to market)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams
- Solid understanding of agile development methodologies and experience working in an agile environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations
- Strong technical background with a deep understanding of computer vision algorithms, machine learning, and AI technologies
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $144,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $281,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.