Technical Product Manager - (On-site/ Plano, TX)


Why APCON?

APCON is an industry leader in network visibility and security solutions. We provide an unparalleled level of confidence to enterprise and mid-size organizations seeking ultimate network insights. Our customers include Fortune 1000 companies to mid-size organizations within the financial security, telecommunications, and healthcare sectors.

Purpose of Job: The Technical Product Manager will be responsible for acting as a liaison between multiple teams to ensure successful product releases achieving ultimate customer satisfaction. This role will require working collaboratively with all stakeholders to define and drive product requirements through product and release launches. To be successful in this role, one will have experience writing detailed feature requirements, feature content planning for new product releases, and proposing new hardware solutions. This position will report to executive leadership.

Responsibilities:Identifies customer problems/unmet needs (an opportunity)Provides technical feasibility, business objectives, and leads a cross-functional business and technical team, to deliver against the opportunityWorks collaboratively to define and drive product concepts, features, functionality, and specifications in order to exceed customer requirementsIncludes proposing new hardware offeringsDrives product releases and product launchesParticipates in product positioning discussions and brings new ideas and market research to the tableEnsures product requirements are well organized and clearly documented throughout product developmentFocuses efforts on user experience, usability, and functionalityProvides regular and irregular progress reports and other related updates and records to Executive ManagementPerforms ongoing customer and competitive analysisConducts market research to understand competitive technologies and trendsConducts technical product training on new releases to internal and external stakeholders
Qualifications and Requirements:10+ years in a Product Management role ideally focused on Enterprise Networking productsBachelor’s Degree (BSCS/BSEE, MSCS/MSEE preferred)Proven experience successfully defining and executing product specifications and requirementsExperience conducting competitive analysis and competitive market researchGeneral understanding of networking products and protocolsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteExceptional organizational skills specific to scheduling product release datesStrong attention to detail and exceptional customer support
Education:Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or Manufacturing, or a related field.
Benefits:Medical, dental and vision insuranceCompany-paid short- and long-term disability  Flexible spending accountsHealthy work-life balance and generous paid time off programRetirement savings matchProfessional development programVolunteer time off and employee assistance planCollaborative and innovative work environmentOn-site exercise facility
 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Offers are contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment drug and background screenings.