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ABOUT SLATE At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them. | WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Slate is looking for a Product Manager, Technical (Senior) with a visionary approach to lead our product development in the electric vehicle space. You will focus on defining and building our customer experience for the Sales and Service teams at Slate. Working closely in partnership with the engineering, design, finance, commercial, customer success, and marketing teams, you will define and execute a multi-year product roadmap. You must be able to thrive and succeed in a fast-paced startup environment where your contributions have a direct impact on the company’s direction and success and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. This is a high visibility, high impact role that will interact with all levels of leadership across Slate. | WHAT YOU GET TO DO Define and execute product roadmaps focused on the core experience for our Sales and Service teams, ensuring our solutions are groundbreaking and at the forefront of innovation. Work backwards from the end state for internal and external customers to define product and design requirements. Own the development of detailed product requirements documents and work with engineering and design teams to deliver on the roadmap. Engage with customers, partners, and industry experts to gather insights and translate them into product features that enhance the customer experience. Advocate for agile and lean product development methodologies to accelerate time to market while maintaining a frugal approach to resource allocation. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the team to iterate rapidly and learn from feedback. | WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent work experience. 7 years of experience in Software product management or related technical role. 7 years of experience in building and shipping technical products. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical and business concepts to diverse audiences. Experience managing large-scale technical products, with a track record for developing a vision, defining a strategy and building programs and features from the ground up. Experience with mobile app development on Android or iOS. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a passion for innovation in the electric vehicle space. Experience developing and delivering highly successful go-to-market (GTM) strategies for B2C solutions. Experience with Salesforce Service and Marketing Clouds We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate. Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition slate.auto or (813) 468-7257. SALARY RANGE The compensation for this position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other relevant business and organizational factors. Annual Base Pay Range: $155,000 to $194,000 USD ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Slate offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in the equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time. WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE? At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles. Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE. Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at slate-talent_acquisition slate.auto.

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Define and execute product roadmaps focused on the core experience for our Sales and Service teams, ensuring our solutions are groundbreaking and at the forefront of innovation.
Work backwards from the end state for internal and external customers to define product and design requirements.
Own the development of detailed product requirements documents and work with engineering and design teams to deliver on the roadmap.
Engage with customers, partners, and industry experts to gather insights and translate them into product features that enhance the customer experience.
Advocate for agile and lean product development methodologies to accelerate time to market while maintaining a frugal approach to resource allocation.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the team to iterate rapidly and learn from feedback.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
7 years of experience in Software product management or related technical role.
7 years of experience in building and shipping technical products.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical and business concepts to diverse audiences.
Experience managing large-scale technical products, with a track record for developing a vision, defining a strategy and building programs and features from the ground up.
Experience with mobile app development on Android or iOS.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a passion for innovation in the electric vehicle space.
Experience developing and delivering highly successful go-to-market (GTM) strategies for B2C solutions.
Experience with Salesforce Service and Marketing Clouds
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?
Safety First
Delight Customers
Relentless Improvement
Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy

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401k