Product & Project Manager - R&D Team

Product & Project Manager – R&D TeamLocation: Remote (Brazil, United Kingdom, Ireland)We're seeking a Technical Product Manager to lead our R&D team's initiatives across AI tooling, SaaS development, data science projects, and API integrations. This role focuses on transforming ideas into actionable projects while building the resources and infrastructure needed for innovation.About LOCOMOTIVELOCOMOTIVE Agency is an award-winning digital marketing firm based in Apex, North Carolina, specializing in enterprise technical SEO and paid media services. Founded in 2012, they serve Fortune 100/250 companies, mid-sized vertical leaders, and funded start-ups. Following their 2024 acquisition of IMS Marketing in Ireland, LOCOMOTIVE expanded their international presence and service offerings. The agency has earned multiple U.S. Search Awards, including 'Best SEO Agency' (2019, 2022) and both 'Best SEO Agency' and 'Best PPC Agency' in 2023.Core ResponsibilitiesTake new project ideas from concept through research, planning, and requirements definition to successful executionOrganize and prioritize initiatives across AI, SaaS, data science, and API development projectsDevelop internal team capabilities while identifying and sourcing external specialists for niche technical needsAssist with minor code issues and pull request reviews related to maintaining deployed technologies and integrationsLead agile ceremonies and establish processes suited for experimental R&D work where failure is part of learningBridge technical teams with business stakeholders to ensure alignment on project value and feasibilityManage vendor relationships and evaluate external resources for specialized development needsDocument learnings from both successful and unsuccessful experiments to inform future initiativesCoordinate resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects with varying technical requirementsTechnical Requirements5+ years of combined product and project management experience in technical environmentsExperience managing AI/ML, SaaS, data science, or API development projectsStrong understanding of agile methodologies with ability to adapt for research environmentsFamiliarity with cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform preferred) and modern development workflowsExperience with technical vendor evaluation and managementUnderstanding of API architecture, versioning, and maintenance requirementsAbility to assess technical requirements and identify appropriate resources (internal or external)Experience with project management tools (Forecast App experience a plus)Comfortable working with Git/GitHub workflows and technical documentationKnowledge of marketing technology ecosystems (HubSpot experience beneficial)Preferred QualificationsBackground in software development, data science, or technical fieldsExperience managing projects in high-uncertainty research environmentsTrack record of building and developing technical teamsExperience with deployment platforms (Render, Fly.io)Understanding of SEO and digital marketing workflowsPrevious agency or consulting experienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related fieldCertifications in agile methodologies or project managementPersonal QualitiesResourceful problem-solver who knows how to find the right expertise for any challengeComfortable with experimental environments where not every project succeedsStrong organizational skills with attention to detailExcellent communication abilities across technical and non-technical audiencesSelf-directed with the ability to manage multiple priorities independentlyCurious mindset with genuine excitement about emerging technologiesCollaborative approach to team development and knowledge sharingPragmatic decision-maker who balances innovation with practical deliveryBenefitsCompetitive salary based on experienceFlexible, fully remote work environmentPaid vacation and holidaysAnnual end-of-year break (Christmas to New Year's)Professional development opportunitiesLatest development tools and hardwareLocationFully remote position open to candidates in:BrazilUnited KingdomIrelandMust be able to overlap with primary business hours in EST time zone.Apply NowTo apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.J-18808-Ljbffr