Job Summary:
Machina Labs is changing the manufacturing landscape by building intelligent, software-defined factories. The Senior Product Manager will lead the development of software systems that translate digital designs into robotic manufacturing instructions, contributing to product strategy and managing the software roadmap.
Responsibilities:
โข Define and drive the roadmap for Machina Labsโ pre-cell software tools.
โข Prioritize product initiatives, manage tradeoffs, and communicate product direction to engineering and leadership teams.
โข Align software development priorities with broader company product and manufacturing goals.
โข Own the development of Machinaโs path planning and slicing platform, which converts CAD inputs into robot programs.
โข Define the product vision and feature roadmap as the system evolves from a scrappy internal tool into a production-grade application.
โข Ensure the platform supports robust workflows for process engineers operating robotic forming systems.
โข Own geometric simulation capabilities used to verify toolpaths prior to execution.
โข Drive development of visualization, collision detection, and toolpath validation tools that ensure safe and reliable robotic execution.
โข Enable engineers to confidently validate robot programs before running them in production environments.
โข Contribute to software systems that support coordination across multiple Machina Labs facilities.
โข Help define tools that support scheduling, quoting, and production tracking as the company scales manufacturing operations.
โข Run sprint planning and agile development cycles for the software team.
โข Write clear product requirement documents to guide engineering implementation.
โข Manage product delivery from discovery through release.
โข Conduct direct user research with Machinaโs internal process engineers and manufacturing teams.
โข Develop a deep understanding of workflows, pain points, and opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.
โข Translate user insights into product improvements and new feature development.
Qualifications:
Required:
โข Bachelorโs degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
โข 5+ years of product management experience in technical software environments.
โข Proven experience delivering complex software products from concept through release.
โข Strong ability to define product problems, manage tradeoffs, and drive engineering execution.
โข Deep curiosity about users and ability to translate workflow needs into effective product solutions.
โข Experience collaborating closely with engineering teams in technical environments.
โข Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred:
โข Masterโs degree in a technical discipline, engineering field, or MBA.
โข Experience working with digital fabrication tools, such as 3D printing, CAM systems, or robotics software.
โข Prior experience building computationally complex software products, particularly involving geometry, path planning, or simulation.
โข Familiarity with manufacturing workflows, robotics systems, or advanced fabrication environments.
Company:
Machina Labs is a mechanical and industrial engineering and manufacturing company that automates metal forming and fabrication processes. Founded in 2019, the company is headquartered in Chatsworth, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.