Technical Product Manager
Battery
Posted on 3/15/2023
INACTIVE
Sila Nanotechnologies

201-500 employees

Develops advanced materials for high-energy lithium-ion batteries.
Company Overview
Sila Nanotechnologies Inc. is a pioneering company in the battery materials sector, with a significant competitive advantage due to its unique silicon anode material that enhances the energy density of lithium-ion batteries without affecting performance. The company's strong industry leadership is evident in its partnerships with leading consumer electronics and automotive OEMs, including BMW, Daimler, and ATL, to accelerate product roadmaps and commercial cell production. Sila's dynamic work culture, commitment to sustainability, and focus on technical innovation make it an attractive workplace for those passionate about contributing to a more sustainable future.
Energy

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$999.7M

Founded

2011

Headquarters

Alameda, California

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

24%
Locations
Alameda, CA, USA
Experience Level
Entry
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Mid
Senior
Expert
Requirements
  • 5+ years in the battery engineering group of an automotive company, cell manufacturer, or battery materials company
  • Deep technical knowledge of batteries
  • Experience introducing a new generation of battery cells into a production electric vehicle and/or introducing a next generation of active materials into a battery cell used for electric vehicles
  • Experience being part of the supplier evaluation of multiple batteries and/or active materials from different vendors for selection by an automaker and/or cell maker
  • Knowledge of what matters in deciding on an automotive battery cell and/or new battery material and how decisions are made (i.e. what metrics/criteria are used to assess new battery cells/battery materials, who are decision makers, what is the decision-making process, etc.)
  • Understanding of market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs
  • Ability to collaborate, effectively communicate, and drive actions from team members outside their organization
  • Does not need to have past product management experience, but is able and excited to learn what is needed to be a successful product manager at Sila
Responsibilities
  • Define clear, detailed requirements and specifications for products Sila is developing
  • Create and maintain key elements of Sila's product roadmap
  • Understand the competitive landscape and where Sila fits in it
  • Provide a nuanced understanding and analyses of target markets and plans to be successful in those markets
  • Identify gaps in Sila's roadmaps and align the team on plans to close gaps
  • Prepare business cases and other analyses vital to ease cross-functional decision making
  • Improve how Sila develops products. This includes, but is not limited to, what the product management team does and how we work