**Technical Product Manager (TPM)**
**Overview**
A fast-growing, venture-backed startup is seeking a highly technical and execution-oriented Technical Product Manager (TPM) to help build and scale products used by hundreds of paying customers. This is an opportunity to own products from concept through launch and revenue generation, working directly with customers, engineers, and go-to-market teams to solve complex operational challenges.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced startup environments, enjoys diving into technical systems and customer workflows, and has a strong bias toward building and shipping. This role is based in San Francisco and works closely with company leadership to define product strategy, prioritize opportunities, and drive execution.
**Responsibilities**
* Own the full product lifecycle from idea, validation, MVP development, launch, adoption, and revenue growth.
* Define product direction by synthesizing feedback from customers, sales teams, product analysts, and market insights.
* Build and manage product roadmaps, balancing short-term execution with long-term platform strategy.
* Partner closely with engineering, product analysts, and customer-facing teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
* Conduct customer discovery, workflow analysis, product demos, onboarding sessions, and feedback interviews.
* Translate customer pain points into product requirements and scalable solutions.
* Drive product launches, customer rollouts, QA processes, and adoption initiatives.
* Prioritize ruthlessly across competing opportunities and ensure resources are focused on the highest-impact work.
* Think beyond individual features and help create products that strengthen the broader platform ecosystem.
* Work cross-functionally to accelerate product development and revenue growth.
**Qualifications**
Required
* 1.5-6 years of experience in a software company in a product, data analyst, technical, or related role.
* Strong builder mentality with a passion for execution, problem-solving, and operating in complex systems.
* Hands-on technical experience with APIs, SQL, databases, Postman, or similar tools.
* Experience working directly with customers, including onboarding, demos, stakeholder management, or user interviews.
* Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, from software engineers to executive leadership.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment with significant ownership and ambiguity.
* Willing to work onsite in San Francisco five days per week.
Preferred
* Experience at an early-stage startup (Pre-Seed through Series C).
* Experience with data-intensive, workflow-heavy, or operationally complex B2B SaaS products.
* Prior founding PM, founding team, or startup builder experience.
* Exposure to accounting workflows, financial operations, ERP systems, project management software, or construction technology.
* Demonstrated success shipping products from concept to customer adoption.
* Multi-year tenure in previous roles showing ownership and long-term impact.
**Benefits & Perks**
* Competitive base salary: **$130,000 - $200,000**
* Comprehensive healthcare coverage with approximately 90% employer-paid premiums
* 401(k) with employer match
* Performance-based bonus opportunities
* Relocation assistance for candidates moving to the Bay Area
* Additional relocation incentive for living near the office
* Daily meal benefits
* Fully stocked office kitchen
* On-site gym access
* Commuter benefits
* Opportunity to work directly with experienced startup leaders and high-growth teams
* Significant ownership and career growth potential in a rapidly scaling company
**Ideal Candidate Profile**
This role is best suited for a product-minded operator who has worked in an early-stage startup, enjoys being close to customers, and has enough technical depth to comfortably work with APIs, SQL, databases, and engineering teams. Successful candidates are builders who love execution, shipping products, and solving operational challenges rather than focusing solely on high-level strategy. Experience in B2B SaaS, fintech, construction technology, project management software, or other complex workflow-driven products is especially valuable.
The Junior Product Owner plays a pivotal role in the product development lifecycle, ensuring that projects are executed within the defined budget, timeline, and scope. This position requires a proactive approach to planning and coordinating various tasks, making it essential for the candidate to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams.
Key responsibilities include managing the product backlog, facilitating Agile ceremonies, and collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements. The ideal candidate will also assist in prioritizing features and enhancements based on user feedback and business objectives, thus driving the product's success in the market.
To excel in the Junior Product Owner role, candidates must possess a foundational understanding of Agile methodologies and experience with tools such as JIRA and Confluence. A minimum of 1-3 years in a similar role, such as Business Analyst or Junior Product Owner, is essential for success.
Additional qualifications include strong analytical skills, effective communication abilities, and a knack for problem-solving. Familiarity with financial services or technology sectors is a plus, as it prepares candidates to navigate complex and regulated environments effectively.
The compensation for the Junior Product Owner position ranges from $40 to $50 per hour, reflecting the importance of the role and the expertise required. Exact compensation may vary based on individual skills, experience, and education, providing an opportunity for negotiation based on the candidate's profile.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, starting on the 31st day of employment, along with options for Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and a 401k retirement plan with employer matching. These offerings aim to support the well-being and financial security of employees.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the company website, providing a comprehensive resume that highlights relevant experience and skills. The application process may include an initial screening followed by interviews with key stakeholders to assess fit for the role.
Successful applicants will be contacted for further discussions, and those who advance through the interview process will have the opportunity to learn more about the company culture and the specific expectations of the Junior Product Owner position. This thorough selection process ensures that the best candidates are chosen to drive product success.
