Product Manager
Aktiia, Switzerland
Job Description
Company overview
We are an early-stage, venture-backed start-up that has raised over $50M from top-tier investors in Europe and the United States. We have developed and brought to market the world’s first continuous blood pressure monitor. Our technology is based on 15 years of research by our founders at the prestigious Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology (CSEM). Aktiia's solution has been validated through extensive clinical trials and received a CE Mark as a Class IIa medical device giving us commercial access to 43 countries worldwide.
High blood pressure is the world’s most common disease and causes 18M deaths/year. At Aktiia, we believe that our novel technology is the key to building the fundamental datasets for the next chapter of understanding and discovery in the field of blood pressure. Before Aktiia, it was not possible to do this at scale.
Job overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Manager with an entrepreneurial mindset to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating product experiences that improve our customers cardiovascular health, leading the development and execution of product strategies, managing the product lifecycle, and ensuring the successful delivery of products that align with the company's overall vision and objectives. The Product Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success, to drive product success and meet customer demands.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive product strategies that align with the company's goals and market trends.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify customer needs, market opportunities, and potential areas for product improvement and innovation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements, features, and specifications based on market research and customer feedback.
- Create and maintain product roadmaps, timelines, and release plans, ensuring timely and successful product launches.
- Lead the product development process, including prioritizing features, managing project schedules, and coordinating with engineering teams to deliver high-quality products.
- Monitor and analyze product performance metrics, customer feedback, and market trends to identify areas for product enhancement and optimization.
- Work closely with the marketing and sales teams to develop effective product positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies.
- Act as a product evangelist, providing product training and support to internal teams, as well as representing the company at industry events and conferences.
- Proactively identify and resolve any product-related issues or challenges, ensuring a seamless and positive customer experience.
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
- 5+ years of proven experience in product management, with a track record of successfully delivering and managing innovative products in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into actionable product strategies.
- Excellent communication (both live and asynchronously), presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to drive and motivate teams toward a common goal.
- Solid understanding of product development lifecycle, agile methodologies, and project management principles.
- Solid experience in defining use cases/user stories intended for design and development teams.
- Familiarity with product management tools and software is preferred.
- Passion for technology and a strong understanding of market trends and customer preferences.
Ideal but not required
- Startup/entrepreneurial experience.
- Experience operating in a regulated product category.
- Experience in cardiovascular monitoring or digital therapeutics.
- Understanding of the healthcare and consumer channels and/or physicians and other key decisions makers in the clinical channel.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Equity based on experience
- Flexible work location
- International travel (10% of time)
Join our team and be part of a dynamic company that values trust, respect, engagement, and excellence. We offer competi