What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Product Manager position at Fathom Science?
Fathom Science is a tech startup in a rapid growth phase, which offers avenues for multiple and
varied activities for team members. This also provides opportunities for significant reward when
company value increases.
Opportunity
Be one of the early hires of at a data science startup dedicated to advancing marine forecasting solutions and environmental intelligence in the Blue Economy.
Join a multi-disciplinary team committed to innovation in ocean and atmospheric science, helping improve decision making in marine operations and fostering collaboration across academia, industry, and government.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, STEM, or related field, or equivalent practical experience. MBA preferred.
- 3 years experience in Product Management, preferably in a technical domain such as data analytics, AI, or environmental sciences. o Equivalent experience: At least 3 years of experience engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
- Demonstrated ability to create and execute product roadmaps, define product vision, and develop go-to-market strategies.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
- Data-driven mindset with enthusiasm for using analytics to inform product decisions.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, with an entrepreneurial spirit and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Great to Have
- Experience with applications in marine, weather, environmental, or atmospheric science, with exposure to industries such as energy, transportation, and/or conservation.
- Understanding of predictive modeling and data forecasting applications.
- Basic familiarity with APIs, data-sharing platforms, and developer tools, to effectively communicate with the technical team and customers.
- Passion for advancing science and leveraging technology to create positive environmental impacts.
- Understanding of multiple functional areas including Product Management, Engineering, UX/UI, Sales, Customer Support, and Marketing.
Responsibilities
1. Define Product Vision & Strategy
· Collaborate with Fathom Science’s leadership to refine product vision and strategic roadmap alongside technical counterpart.
· Understand diverse market needs for oceanographic and weather forecasting and translate them into actionable product requirements in conjunction with technical teams.
· Identify opportunities to expand product offerings that enhance marine safety, operational efficiency, and environmental resilience with input from technical partners.
2. Drive Product Development
· Prioritize feature development based on user impact, technical feasibility, and market needs, collaborating with technical leads to ensure the delivery of accurate, reliable marine forecasts.
· Oversee the product roadmap, ensuring on-time, high-quality, and on-budget delivery.
· Champion an exceptional customer experience, driving high engagement and satisfaction with Fathom Science’s products.
3. Develop Go-to-Market Strategy
· Prioritize target customer segments, cultivate relationships with design partners, and support customer acquisition initiatives.
· Collaborate with Marketing and technical teams to develop launch strategies, messaging, and user adoption plans.
· Monitor key product metrics, using insights to optimize product success and inform iterative improvements.
Join us to shape the future of a marine intelligence company, where your contributions will support the growth and development of an exciting company creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable marine operations.