Location
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 LOCOMOTIVE
LOCOMOTIVE 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 Responsibilities
Take new project ideas from concept through research, planning, and requirements definition to successful execution
Organize and prioritize initiatives across AI, SaaS, data science, and API development projects
Develop internal team capabilities while identifying and sourcing external specialists for niche technical needs
Assist with minor code issues and pull requests reviews related to maintaining deployed technologies and integrations
Lead agile ceremonies and establish processes suited for experimental R&D work where failure is part of learning
Bridge technical teams with business stakeholders to ensure alignment on project value and feasibility
Manage vendor relationships and evaluate external resources for specialized development needs
Document learnings from both successful and unsuccessful experiments to inform future initiatives
Coordinate resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects with varying technical requirements
Technical Requirements
3+ years of combined product and project management experience in technical environments
Experience managing AI/ML, SaaS, data science, or API development projects
Strong understanding of agile methodologies with ability to adapt for research environments
Familiarity with cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform preferred) and modern development workflows
Experience with technical vendor evaluation and management
Understanding of API architecture, versioning, and maintenance requirements
Ability to assess technical requirements and identify appropriate resources (internal or external)
Experience with project management tools (Linear.app experience a plus)
Comfortable working with Git/GitHub workflows and technical documentation
Knowledge of marketing technology ecosystems (HubSpot experience beneficial)
Preferred Qualifications
Background in software development, data science, or technical fields
Experience managing projects in high‑uncertainty research environments
Track record of building and developing technical teams
Experience with deployment platforms (Render, Fly.io)
Understanding of SEO and digital marketing workflows
Previous agency or consulting experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field
Certifications in agile methodologies or project management
Personal Qualities
Resourceful problem‑solver who knows how to find the right expertise for any challenge
Comfortable with experimental environments where not every project succeeds
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication abilities across technical and non‑technical audiences
Self‑directed with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Curious mindset with genuine excitement about emerging technologies
Collaborative approach to team development and knowledge sharing
Pragmatic decision‑maker who balances innovation with practical delivery
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Flexible, fully remote work environment
Paid vacation and holidays
Annual end‑of‑year break (Christmas to New Year’s)
Professional development opportunities
Latest development tools and hardware
Location
Fully remote position open to candidates in:
Brazil
United Kingdom
Ireland
Must be able to overlap with primary business hours in EST time zone.
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