Job Details

About Genea

Genea is a leading cloud-based physical access control company transforming how organizations secure and manage their buildings. Our platform delivers intelligent security systems, HVAC automation, and workplace experience tools to customers ranging from commercial real estate firms to Fortune 1000 enterprises. As we continue to expand our enterprise capabilities and integrate cutting-edge AI technology, we're looking for passionate product leaders to help shape the future of physical security.
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Product Manager to own the strategy and execution for our core Access Control product line. In this role, you will serve as the primary product leader for our access control solutions, driving the product vision from customer discovery through delivery. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, design, sales, and customer success teams to deliver innovative features that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

This role reports directly to the Head of Product and plays a critical role in Genea's continued growth and market expansion.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Vision

• Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Access Control product line
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product direction
• Develop data-driven prioritization frameworks to balance customer needs, business objectives, and technical feasibility
• Translate business goals into actionable product requirements and user stories

Customer Discovery & Research

• Lead customer feedback interviews and discovery sessions to deeply understand user needs and pain points
• Synthesize qualitative and quantitative customer insights into actionable product opportunities
• Partner with sales and customer success teams to gather voice-of-customer feedback at scale
• Validate product hypotheses through prototyping, user testing, and iterative experimentation

Product Development & Delivery

• Author comprehensive product requirements documents (PRDs) and collaborate with design on user experience solutions
• Partner closely with engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle to ensure successful delivery
• Manage the product backlog, prioritizing features based on customer value and strategic alignment
• Define success metrics and KPIs, and measure product performance post-launch

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Access Control, communicating product updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with marketing on go-to-market strategies, positioning, and product launches
• Support sales enablement by creating product collateral and participating in customer-facing meetings when needed
• Mentor and guide junior product team members, fostering a culture of product excellence

Required Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of product management experience in a B2B SaaS or technology environment
• Demonstrated experience with product management tools including Productboard, Jira, and product discovery methodologies
• Proficiency with design collaboration tools such as Figma and Canva
• Strong track record of conducting customer interviews and translating insights into successful products
• Experience developing and managing product roadmaps with clear prioritization rationale
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical skills with experience making data-driven product decisions
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Must be located in the Eastern Time Zone; Atlanta area strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in physical security, access control, video surveillance, or related industries
• Familiarity with enterprise security systems and Fortune 1000 customer requirements
• Experience leveraging AI and machine learning capabilities in product development
• Knowledge of IoT platforms, cloud architecture, and hardware-software integration
• Experience with agile/scrum methodologies in a fast-paced startup or growth-stage environment
• MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Salary Range: $150,000-175,000

The salary range listed is our best estimate based on the role's requirements and market conditions. The final offer may be higher or lower depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

In addition, full-time employees are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSA); life insurance; accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; long-term disability (LTD) coverage; paid time off (PTO); and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

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