Agile Product Manager for Robotics Software (m/f/d)

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Please note that the position is only available to applicants from Germany.
The language requirements for this position are: English - Fluent.
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Join NODE Robotics, a fast-growing spin-off from Europe’s leading robotics institute, on a mission to revolutionize mobile robotics through intuitive, high-impact software. As an engineering manager, you’ll mentor and grow a high-performing engineering team, drive the delivery of cutting-edge features across robotics and applications, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence. Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to shape the future of human-robot collaboration while helping us scale internationally in one of the most exciting tech sectors.

Activities

• Define Software Products
  You will take ownership of defining the key features and requirements of our software for mobile robots—driven by customer needs, market insights, field feedback, and technical feasibility—to create a strong product-market fit.
• Collaborate with Developers
  You will be working closely with our development teams and our CEO, you'll align on technical requirements and ensure that the best possible solutions are implemented to serve our users effectively.
• Drive Technical Planning
  You'll define technical milestones and translate them into clear specifications and product features. This involves ongoing coordination with our engineering teams to guarantee a smooth and successful development process.
• Own the Roadmap
  You will create and manage the product timeline and ensure timely delivery. From planning to execution, you’ll keep everything on track and aligned with our goals. You’ll prioritize backlogs, and lead sprint planning to drive rapid iterations and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Industry Experience
  You have at least 5 years of experience in agile product management for industrial products and/or software products.
• Sharp Technical & Business Mindset
  You combine deep technical understanding with strong critical thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Clear Communicator
  You're skilled at presenting results and complex ideas clearly and effectively to executives and stakeholders.
• Independent & Structured Work Style
  You work in a self-reliant, structured, and goal-oriented way—taking ownership from concept to delivery.
• Tools & Methods
  You’re experienced with tools like Jira and Confluence, and modern agile product management practices.

Bonus Points

• Familiarity with robotics, robotics software or embedded systems.
• Experience in the robotics, automation, or logistics industry.
• Fluency in German.

Team

• We are a group of robotics nerds without the lack of social skills, aiming to become one of Europe’s best teams in software development for mobile robotics.
• We value knowledge sharing, modern technology and flexibility in designing our daily work.
• We consist of 25 people from more than 10 different nations; the teams you will be working with consist of up to 8 cross-functional experts from robotics algorithms, UI, UX, QA and robotics application engineering. You will be reporting directly to the CEO of the company and work closely with 2 engineering managers on a daily basis.

Application Process

1. Personal Fit Call with Co-Founder - 30 Minutes
2. Deep Dive Call on Relevant Experience - 60 Minutes
3. On-Site Assessment Center - 180 Minutes
4. Reference Calls with former Co-Workers and/or Managers

About the Company

Mobile robotics should enhance operations, not complicate them. NODE Robotics provides the tools to make that vision a reality. With our scalable software platform NODE.OS, businesses can integrate and manage mobile robots with confidence, efficiency, and ease. 

Built on proven technologies, our platform delivers reliable navigation, precise localization, and advanced fleet management capabilities. This allows companies to streamline operations, adapt to changing needs, and grow sustainably. 

Designed for seamless integration and intuitive usability, our solutions empower businesses to get the most out of their mobile robots – today and in the future. 

  

We're a mobile robotics software company based in Stuttgart, Germany. Our team brings together expertise from diverse fields, including robotics, AI, software engineering and industrial operations.

This is what drives us besides the joint vision for easy to use mobile robots:

• As a team, our goal is to constantly improve and grow. One way we achieve this is by placing a high value on feedback and knowledge sharing. We believe that through these practices, we can learn from one another and ultimately become better as a team. This belief is reflected in our use of formats such as code review sessions and development recaps, which allow us to share our insights and experiences with one another.
• We are a team of robotics enthusiasts, we strive for daily improvement in order to maintain the edge we inherited from Fraunhofer IPA, which is Europe's leading powerhouse in robotics. Our goal is to build upon our inherited legacy and push the boundaries of robotics technology even further. With our passion and dedication to this field, we believe that we can make significant advancements and contribute to the evolution of the robotics industry.
• Our goal is to revolutionize the use of mobile robots in the industry. To achieve this, we adopt a customer-centric approach that emphasizes building mutually beneficial relationships with our clients. By doing so, we are able to gain insight into their needs and preferences, which allows us to integrate their feedback directly into the development of our products. Ultimately, this approach ensures that our solutions are tailored to the specific requirements of our customers, thereby enabling us to deliver superior value and achieve long-term success.
• As a startup, we are able to capitalize on our major benefits of speed and agility. Our team embodies a culture where every single member takes full responsibility for their impact, allowing us to gain traction on a daily basis. This combination of speed, agility, and accountability is what sets us apart and allows us to thrive in the competitive startup landscape.

We make mobile robots easy to use.