Job Title: Senior Product Line Manager (Subsea Systems & Software)
Compensation: $180,000 base + bonus
Location: Newington, NH 03801
Travel: International travel required
Job Type: Direct Hire
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly strategic and technically savvy Senior Product Line Manager to lead the direction, lifecycle management, and profitability of this company’s undersea systems, terminal equipment, and software product portfolio.
This role is responsible for defining and executing product strategy, roadmap development, and go-to-market initiatives, while ensuring alignment with customer needs and business objectives. You will act as the bridge between engineering, commercial teams, and customers, driving innovation, expanding market presence, and delivering high-value technical solutions.
The ideal candidate brings a combination of subsea industry expertise, product leadership, and strong commercial acumen, with a proven ability to manage complex portfolios and influence executive-level decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute product line strategy and long-term roadmap aligned with corporate goals
- Own the end-to-end product lifecycle (concept through end-of-life), including performance, profitability, and evolution
- Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to guide product positioning and investment decisions
- Lead cross-functional collaboration across engineering, sales, marketing, operations, finance, and legal
- Serve as the voice of the customer, translating requirements into product features and innovations
- Partner with R&D to prioritize high-impact features, system enhancements, and new product development
- Drive go-to-market strategy, including pricing, positioning, and sales enablement
- Support and influence commercial strategy, including deal structuring, customer agreements, and revenue growth initiatives
- Develop and expand partner ecosystems (vendors, integrators, technology partners) to accelerate adoption and market reach
- Lead cost optimization and value engineering initiatives while maintaining product performance and reliability
- Monitor product performance using data-driven insights and adjust strategies to improve outcomes
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (MBA preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in product management, product strategy, or related leadership roles
- Proven success managing complex, technical product portfolios and launching new products
- Strong understanding of systems engineering concepts and technical product development
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders
- Experience with go-to-market strategy, pricing, and commercial execution
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Experience
- Experience in the subsea, telecommunications, or related infrastructure industries
- Background in software-enabled or hybrid hardware/software product portfolios
- Experience developing or supporting cloud-based or platform-based solutions
- Familiarity with evolving business models (e.g., subscription, recurring revenue, or licensing transitions)
- Experience working with global customers and enterprise-scale programs
- Proven ability to drive new revenue streams and partner ecosystem growth
Additional Insights
- This is a high-impact role with ownership over a critical product portfolio
- The team is seeking someone who can combine technical depth with strong commercial instincts
- Ideal candidates will have experience operating at the intersection of engineering, product strategy, and revenue generation
- The previous finalist demonstrated strength in:
- End-to-end product roadmap ownership
- Go-to-market and pricing strategy
- Building partner ecosystems and revenue channels
- Supporting large, enterprise-level customer engagements
General Notes
- Local candidates strongly preferred
- Candidates should be comfortable working in a global, customer-facing environment
- This role requires strategic thinking, ownership, and strong cross-functional leadership
