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About Voltera

Voltera is a rapidly scaling technology company that has been driving change in the additive electronics industry since 2013. Our tools help the world’s most innovative minds solve previously unsolvable problems. Our customers, across the board, are changing the way we think about electronics and its applications.

Our flagship product, the V-One, is a multi-functional desktop PCB printer that was designed for rapid prototyping and education in traditional, rigid electronics.

Our newest product, NOVA, is the world’s first direct-write printer for soft, flexible, and stretchable electronics. It’s designed to push the limits of what’s possible, bridging the gap between what we can do and what we wish we could do with electronics.

We’re a tight-knit company looking for ambitious, talented individuals. We value the importance of team culture, and strive to create a work environment where you feel empowered through knowledge, supported by your colleagues, passionate about your work, and motivated to drive the growth of the company.

About the Job

• Develop and execute the overall product strategy and roadmap for Voltera’s products & services, ensuring alignment with the company's business objectives and market demands.
• Lead, mentor, and support the product team, clearly defining team processes, roles & responsibilities.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and customer needs, translating these insights into actionable product strategies with clear ROI.
• Organize cross-functional teams in the design, development, and launch of new products, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prioritize features, manage the product backlog, and ensure that product specifications meet customer requirements and quality standards.
• Partner with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies, product positioning, and messaging that resonate with target customers.
• Oversee the product lifecycle from ideation to end-of-life, making data-driven decisions to optimize product performance and profitability.
• Engage with key customers, partners, and stakeholders to gather feedback, understand pain points, and ensure that products meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Monitor product performance through KPIs and analytics, adjusting strategies and plans as needed to achieve business goals.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.

About You

• Product Management Experience: 7-10+ years in product management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or people management role.
• Product Strategy Development: Experience developing and executing multi-product strategies, aligning the product roadmap with business goals.
• Visionary Leadership: Ability to create and communicate a compelling product vision across teams and stakeholders.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Experience using data to drive product decisions. Ability to analyze data from KPIs, market trends, and customer feedback to guide strategy.
• Customer-Centric Mindset: Ability to advocate for customers, ensuring their needs are represented throughout the product development process.
• Industry Experience: Experience with hardware products and extremely comfortable with the development life cycle.
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial metrics like P&L, ROI, and COGS and their impact on product strategy and development.

Nice to haves:

• Experience operating in a niche industry.
• Post-secondary education in a technical field with an MBA or business degree is a plus.
• Expertise in Asana or similar project management tools.

Working Conditions

• This is an in-office position, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement after 3 months.
• Occasional international travel to tradeshows or customer facilities will be required.

Why We’re Awesome

• We’re a scaling company - you’re hired to have a voice, not to be a cog.
• Three weeks vacation to start.
• Flexible work hours.
• Family-friendly work culture.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Located in the growing tech hub of Waterloo, Ontario, close to restaurants and easily accessible by public transit.

If this sounds like a good fit, reach out! We’d love to hear from you.

Voltera is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to inclusion and diversity. Voltera does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offenses, marital status, family status, disability, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, or require recruitment documents in a different format, please contact us at accessibility@voltera.io.