Senior Product Manager (Hardware)

About the Role

• SunCulture specializes in solar power irrigation systems and has various products that support customers' needs. The Senior Product Manager will lead a team of engineers in developing and commercializing life changing technology for our small holder farmers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of SunCulture's business priorities, market dynamics, and the intersection of hardware and software to align hardware innovations with company objectives.
• Lead the design and development of hardware products from concept through to market launch, managing all stages of the product life cycle, including prototyping, testing, and full-scale production.
• Manage the hardware product roadmap, capturing inputs from engineering, customers, and business teams to prioritize impactful projects.
• Conduct market research, customer interviews, and field tests to deeply understand user challenges and define product improvements.
• Work with engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing partners to ensure high-quality product development, from prototyping to mass production.
• Drive the strategic visioning and execution of product ideas, scoping solutions to their smallest viable state for early deployment and testing, and ensuring high-quality outcomes in every release.
• Monitor product performance using quantitative and qualitative metrics and iterate for continuous improvement.
• Own and maintain the quality and reliability of hardware products throughout their lifecycle.
• Collaborate with marketing and commercial teams to position products, define pricing models (e.g., Pay-As-You-Go), and support go-to-market strategies.
• Work closely with customer support teams to understand post-launch challenges and optimize future product versions.
• Inspire and guide your team to achieve exceptional results, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone contributes to the success of SunCulture's hardware products.

Does this sound like you?

• 6+ years experience in hardware product management, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record of developing and launching hardware products, preferably in solar energy, battery storage, or agri-tech sectors.
• Experience working in combined hardware and software businesses, particularly in IoT-based or smart energy solutions.
• Strong understanding of solar power systems, battery storage technology, and energy-efficient appliances.
• Ability to work with engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to ensure smooth product development and delivery.
• Entrepreneurial mindset – you take ownership, work independently, and thrive in ambiguous environments.
• Excellent communication skills – you can clearly explain technical concepts and influence decision-making across teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to balance creativity and technical feasibility.