What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Product Manager - Technical position at Amazon?
DESCRIPTION
As a Principal Product Manager - Technical for AWS Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), you will be responsible for driving the strategic direction and technical roadmap for one of AWS's core cloud computing services. You will work closely with engineering, business, and customer teams to identify customer needs, translate them into product requirements, and deliver innovative solutions that exceed customer expectations.
Key job responsibilities
Serve as the technical subject matter expert for the EC2 service, with a deep understanding of its underlying architecture, features, and capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, marketing, and support, to gather customer insights, define product strategy, and prioritize the product roadmap. Translate complex technical requirements into clear and actionable product specifications, ensuring alignment across the organization. Continuously monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product enhancement and innovation. Effectively communicate product vision, roadmap, and key initiatives to both internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership. Act as a technical advocate for customers, representing their needs and challenges to the product development team. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the broader AWS ecosystem and how EC2 integrates with other AWS services. Provide technical guidance and support to the sales and professional services teams to assist with complex customer engagements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute successful product launches, driving adoption and customer satisfaction.
Basic qualifications
- 15 years of working as a Technical Product Manager experience - Experience delivering large-scale SaaS, PaaS or LaaS products where you are responsible for the full product lifecycle, from concept through GTM (go to market) - BS degree in a quantitative/technical field such as computer science, engineering, statistics - Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, customer-centric product requirements.
Preferred qualifications
- MBA - Extensive knowledge of cloud computing architectures, virtualization technologies, and distributed systems. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions. - Experience working and thriving in a fast-paced, agile environment. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Passion for innovation and a desire to push the boundaries of cloud computing technology.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7 years of working as a Technical Product Manager experience
- 7 years of technical (software development, network development, IT, other related) experience
- Experience delivering large-scale SaaS, PaaS or LaaS products where you are responsible for the full product lifecycle, from concept through GTM (go to market)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master of Business Administration
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $163,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $281,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Salary : $163,000 - $281,800
