Product Manager (UGV)

TL;DR

Product Manager (UGV): Lead end-to-end development of universal unmanned ground vehicle platform for modern battlefield missions with an accent on military user requirements, high-intensity operations, and production scalability. Focus on defining product backlog, balancing innovation and reliability, and driving rapid feedback loops from field testing.

Location: On-site in Kyiv, Ukraine. Candidates must be located in Kyiv.

Company

hirify.global develops next-generation unmanned solutions across air, land, and sea, combining cutting-edge hardware with AI-driven software for defense, security, and public sector clients.

What you will do

• Own end-to-end product lifecycle of next-generation UGV platform under tight deadlines.
• Gather and validate requirements from military users and stakeholders.
• Define, prioritize, and refine product backlog based on real-world feedback.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, production, and support teams for technical solutions.
• Participate in testing, analyze results, and track key metrics like performance and cost of ownership.

Requirements

• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Proven experience developing UGVs or ground robotic systems as Product Manager.
• End-to-end ownership of hardware products from requirements to production.
• Deep knowledge of UGV challenges: mobility, power, reliability in harsh conditions.
• Experience with manufacturing (DFM/DFA, scaling, quality control).
• Stakeholder management with end-users in operational environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Strong supporter of Ukraine with local office since 2022.
• Customer-centric focus with straightforward tech expertise.
• Ambitious, visionary culture pushing technological limits.
• Opportunities for individual and professional growth.