Senior Product Manager - Developer Tools

Requisition #: 15132

Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement

When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between design and reality with Ansys simulation. For more than 50 years, Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation. From sustainable transportation to advanced semiconductors, from satellite systems to life-saving medical devices, the next great leaps in human advancement will be powered by Ansys.

Innovate With Ansys, Power Your Career.

SUMMARY

Ansys is the leading developer of engineering simulation software that enables engineers to innovate and create the products of tomorrow. Our software is used to design the aerodynamics of Formula 1 cars, reusable 3D printed rockets, next generation chips, and autonomous driving systems - allowing engineers to virtually explore the structural, thermal, fluids, optical, and electromagnetic performance of their innovations.

The Senior Product Manager, Developer Tools is responsible for engaging with customers, field staff, and development to drive revenue influence gains from Ansys developer tools, oversee the go-to-market strategy, and generate product roadmaps that facilitate customer and partner adoption and build Ansys competitive differentiation in the market. The ideal candidate has broad knowledge of the Ansys product portfolio and common multi-physics workflows that is sufficient to educate the broader organization on the unique value of PyAnsys and APIs.

This individual will have a passion for technology, strong technical acumen, and experience with open source development processes and Python. The position requires the ability to communicate and drive consensus among cross-functional groups to achieve joint goals and to manage complex roadmap dependencies across business units.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Drive product strategy, planning, marketing as well as sales support activities for the developer tools offered across the Ansys product portfolio
2. Understand developer needs from industry research and direct customer and partner insights to define tooling requirements
3. Create written tooling specifications and requirements
4. Work closely with customers and partners to evaluate and prioritize changes and enhancements
5. Work closely with Development teams to create realistic development plans and schedules
6. Identify and drive developer experience initiatives, covering Open API standards, documentation, sample code, SDKs, and tools
7. Establish standards for APIs and developer tools published by Ansys to create consistency and compatibility across the product portfolio as well as ensure backward compatibility of developed applications
8. Focus on go-to-market activities aimed at helping to achieve strategic revenue impact and adoption objectives
9. Work closely with technical ACE (ANSYS Customer Excellence) teams to gain product feedback and assess competitive threats
10. Maintain close relationships with customers to remain aware of their needs and perspectives
11. Participate in producing technical white papers, application notes, tooling positioning presentations, and webinars as part of the GTM strategy
12. Engage and facilitate solutions in any Pre-Sales situations as appropriate
13. Function as a specialist/expert during customer visits and technical events as appropriate
14. Provide quality assurance testing and feedback on new features and workflows as necessary
15. Provide training to Customer Excellence and Account Teams as necessary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an Engineering field with 5 years of combined experience in engineering, computer aided engineering (CAE) simulations, pre-sales support, sales, or customer engagement, or a Masters with 3 years of experience, or a PhD with 1 year of experience
2. Ability to manage complex projects
3. Experience and understanding of the full end-to-end simulation process from geometry to solution post-processing
4. Awareness of industry trends towards automation and democratization, requiring workflows that are fast, accurate, and easy-to-use
5. Excellent communication skills, especially the ability to communicate business value of technical innovations
6. Able to travel while remaining productive and professional on the road
7. Able to work irregular hours and some weekends to support events and in accommodation of international audiences

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Advanced degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years of combined experience in engineering, CAE simulations, or technical sales
2. 3+ years experience with Ansys flagship products in the Structural, Electronics, and/or Fluids product lines
3. Prior experience in a product management role
4. Able to demonstrate solid programming abilities in one or more of the following languages: Python, Java, .NET, C++

INCLUSION IS AT OUR CORE
We believe diverse thinking leads to better outcomes. We are committed to creating and nurturing a workplace that fuels this by welcoming people, no matter their background, identity, or experience, to a workplace where they are valued and where diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging thrive.

WELCOME WHAT'S NEXT IN YOUR CAREER AT ANSYS

At Ansys, you will find yourself among the sharpest minds and most visionary leaders across the globe. Collectively we strive to change the world with innovative technology and transformational solutions. With a prestigious reputation in working with well-known, world-class companies, standards at Ansys are high - met by those willing to rise to the occasion and meet those challenges head on. Our team is passionate about pushing the limits of world-class simulation technology, empowering our customers to turn their design concepts into successful, innovative products faster and at a lower cost.

CREATING A PLACE WE'RE PROUD TO BE
Ansys is an S&P 500 company and a member of the NASDAQ-100. We are proud to have been recognized for the following more recent awards, although our list goes on: Newsweek's Most Loved Workplace globally and in the U.S., Gold Stevie Award Winner, America's Most Responsible Companies, Fast Company World Changing Ideas, Great Place to Work Certified (Belgium, China, Greece, France, India, Japan, Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, and U.K.).

Ansys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.