Job Description: Product Manager – Agriculture DronesLocation: Hyderabad (On-site)Function: Product Management | Agriculture Drone SolutionsReports to: Head of Product
About The Role
We are looking for a Product Manager - Agriculture Drones to lead the end-to-end lifecycle of our agriculture-focused drone solutions. This role is critical in shaping the future of precision agriculture through drones, integrating market needs, regulatory frameworks, and product innovation.You will work closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Software, Operations, Sales, and Customer Success to deliver market-leading products that drive impact in Indian and global agriculture sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Roadmap:
- Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for agriculture drones (e.g., spraying, seeding, crop monitoring).
- Prioritize features and solutions based on farmer needs, government policies, and market trends.
- Conduct competitive analysis to ensure product differentiation.
Customer & Market Insights
- Gather insights from farmers, Agri-input companies, service providers, and regulatory bodies to inform product decisions.
- Collaborate with field teams to understand on-ground challenges, seasonal demands, and crop-specific needs.
Product Development & Go-To-Market
- Work with R&D, Software, and Embedded teams to translate requirements into technical specifications.
- Define product KPIs (uptime, coverage efficiency, battery usage, maintenance cycles).
- Collaborate with Sales & Marketing to craft GTM strategies, pricing models, and farmer outreach programs.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensure products meet DGCA and MoAFW compliance for agriculture drone operations.
- Stay updated on government schemes, subsidies, and policy changes affecting drone adoption.
Feedback & Continuous Improvement
- Establish feedback loops via pilots, service providers, and farmers to drive continuous product improvement.
- Conduct field trials and performance assessments with customers and partners.
Training & Support Enablement
- Collaborate with the Customer Success team to develop training materials, user guides, and service manuals.
- Support the creation of pilot certification programs and SOPs for drone operation in agriculture.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s in Engineering, Agriculture Technology, or related fields; MBA is a plus.
- 5+ years of experience in Product Management or Agri-tech product roles.
- Strong understanding of: Precision agriculture techniques, Drone technologies and capabilities, Government policies and subsidy schemes in agriculture.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, sales).
- Analytical mindset with familiarity in defining product metrics, KPIs, and market sizing.
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to drones in spraying, seeding, and crop monitoring applications.
- Knowledge of remote sensing, GIS, and multispectral analysis.
- Experience interacting with government agencies and agri-policy bodies.
Personal Attributes
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Passion for agriculture, sustainability, and technological innovation.
Compensation
Competitive and commensurate with experience.
How To Apply
Send your resume and statement of interest to careers@marutdrones.com