Technical Product Manager

Chicago, IL
Product – Product Owners /
Full-time /
Hybrid
Be Part of Our Next Chapter 
 
For over almost 60 years, our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the world’s leading brands and their customers. And while we’ve already done a lot of work we’re proud of, we’re just getting started!

We’re a global technology company focused on creating dynamic, smart, personalized and engaging customer experiences powered by our range of digital hardware, our proprietary content management system and our industry leading signage solutions. (For example: If you’ve ordered in-store or in the drive-thru at McDonald’s somewhere in the world in the last few years, chances are you’ve interacted with our digital solutions.) We work in over 50 global markets and have 9 offices around the world, with a global headquarters proudly located in our founding home of Sydney, Australia.
 
Coates Group has the values of a family-owned business and the innovative spirit of a start-up, both which fuel our purpose – Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving.  Through hard work, dedication and creativity, we’ve become industry leaders who have won awards and set records while remaining focused on continual growth and evolution. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.

We are curious, charismatic, authentic and we value and leverage the diversity of our crew. We are imaginers, kindness enthusiasts, experts, creators, thinkers, challengers, collaborators and over-achievers. And together, as a Crew, we are revolutionizing the way the world’s leading brands leverage technology to drive the best customer experiences.

As a Technical Product Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping innovative B2B software solutions that drive business growth, scale, and efficiency. You’ll act as the vital bridge between customers, engineering, and design—translating needs into actionable plans, championing the product vision, and ensuring smooth, rapid delivery of impactful features.

Key Responsibilities:

    • Product Ownership & Strategy
    • Own the product roadmap and prioritize features aligned with business goals and customer needs.
    • Partner with Engineering (CA3) and Design to continuously discover, define, and deliver high-impact solutions.
    • Maintain a healthy product backlog with clear user stories and acceptance criteria.
    • Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
    • Deeply understand customer pain points and gather feedback to shape product direction.
    • Act as the subject matter expert for internal teams and external customers.
    • Collaborate with Product Marketing on go-to-market strategies and product launches.
    • Delivery & Execution
    • Ensure timely and high-quality feature delivery in 2-week sprint cycles.
    • Monitor product adoption and performance to refine the roadmap and improve outcomes.
    • Reduce reliance on Tech Leads by taking ownership of requirement documentation.

Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
    • 5+ years in product management, technical program management, or software development
    • Hands-on experience with B2B products, digital platforms (web/mobile), and customer engagement
    • Familiarity with programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Go, or C++ is a plus

Success Metrics:

    • 90%+ on-time, in-scope delivery rate
    • 2-month rolling roadmap consistently maintained and communicated
    • 90% sprint release success rate
    • Measurable business viability and adoption of assigned products
    • Reduced backlog creation burden on Tech Leads by 80%

What You Bring:

    • Strong product intuition and a user-first mindset
    • Exceptional collaboration and stakeholder management skills
    • Proven ability to drive results in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment
    • Clear, adaptable communication across technical and business teams
    • Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle and risk management
$100,000 - $130,000 a year
The annual base salary range for this position is based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, Coates Group, offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; short- and long-term disability coverage; life and AD&D insurance; health savings accounts (HSAs); and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
About Coates

We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.

We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.

We are led by a forward-thinking CEO who has demonstrated a true passion for people and making Coates a place where people genuinely enjoy working. Our growth plans enable a focus on providing rapid career advancement opportunities for our talent.

Together, we are creators, allowing us to make our purpose a reality – to create immersive brand experiences for everyone.

Join a Crew that Cares

Be part of a global team of talented, ambitious, creative people that value integrity, individuality and inclusivity. (Ask us about our Equality + Empowerment Initiatives).

The benefits include an annual market competitive bonus program and our “Thrive Program” which includes a suite of flexible work options because we’re strong believers that you should never miss an important life or work moment. Thrive also provides dedicated time to prioritize our health and wellbeing (think virtual Yoga or meditation sessions), a Global Wellness paid day off to recharge as well as a “Give Back Day” to allow our Crew an opportunity to make an impact in the community.

Be inspired To Be More

We skip the red tape and aim to always stay nimble. We’re proud of where we’ve been and are energized by where we’re going. We encourage ideas and perspectives because we know the more we have, the better we are. We work hard but have fun along the way. We push the boundaries but keep it real and authentic. We believe in the values that got us here are the ones that will continue to lead us forward. We are excited by what we’ve accomplished, but know the best is yet to come.

Coates Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).