About the position
Jabra is seeking a Device Product Manager, Video Business Unit to lead the definition and evolution of innovative hardware and software solutions for meeting rooms of all sizes. This role focuses on scalable, high-performance devices purpose-built for video conferencing and collaboration, ensuring seamless integration with Jabra OS, Jabra+, and partner platforms like Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, and Google Meet. As the Device Product Manager, you’ll define product requirements that balance cutting-edge technology, AI/ML innovations, and edge processing capabilities with practical deployment needs across diverse customer environments. You’ll coordinate with internal engineering teams, JDM/ODM partners, and cross-functional product leaders to deliver industry-leading devices that perform reliably in the modern workplace. This is a critical role in shaping the next generation of Jabra video conferencing devices, with a focus on customer-centric innovation and certification success.
Responsibilities
- Own the definition of hardware and software requirements for Jabra video collaboration devices, spanning small huddle rooms to large boardrooms, with a focus on scalability and performance.
- Partner with engineering teams in North America and Europe, as well as JDM/ODM partners (including in Asia), to ensure successful execution of product requirements from concept to launch.
- Drive product certification processes for platforms like Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, and Google Meet, ensuring compliance and successful approvals.
- Collaborate closely with product leaders for Jabra OS and Jabra+, ensuring that devices integrate seamlessly with Jabra’s software ecosystem and management platform.
- Leverage knowledge of AI, machine learning, edge processing, and sensor technologies to define innovative and reliable product solutions that meet evolving customer needs.
- Work with internal sourcing and engineering teams to evaluate JDM/ODM capabilities and contribute to vendor selection discussions.
- Support both net-new product introductions and the refinement of existing devices, ensuring product evolution aligns with customer and market demands.
- Ensure product decisions are grounded in market insights, customer feedback, and competitive benchmarking to deliver best-in-class meeting room experiences.
- Collaborate with finance and product leadership on cost modeling, business case development, and market positioning, contributing to the product’s financial success.
- Align cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, marketing, and sales to ensure consistent product messaging, delivery, and lifecycle support.
Requirements
- 7+ years in product management, preferably in hardware/software device ecosystems (video collaboration, unified communications, or related fields).
- Strong experience in defining technical product requirements for hardware and software devices.
- Familiarity with certification processes for platforms like Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, and Google Meet.
- AI, machine learning, edge computing, and sensor technology knowledge relevant to video/audio devices.
- Proven track record of working with JDM/ODM partners and global engineering teams.
- Experience with platform integration into device ecosystems (e.g., management portals, firmware update frameworks).
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to align diverse global stakeholders.
- Experience with video, audio, or IoT hardware products in the enterprise collaboration space.
- Understanding of networking fundamentals (IP, Dante) and device management protocols.
- Familiarity with telemetry, device diagnostics, and remote monitoring capabilities.
Benefits
- Annual bonuses
- Health insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid vacation and holidays
