Product Manager

AOT Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated Product Manager to drive the development and strategy of our key platforms, formsflow.ai and GovFlow. Working closely with our engineering, design, and marketing teams, this individual will play a critical role in shaping the future of our flagship offerings.

ABOUT AOT TECHNOLOGIES

Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Victoria, B.C., AOT Technologies has a truly global customer base and strong roots in local markets. Our in-house products span automation and application development, enabled by our professional services practice. We’re also known for our consulting practice and our expertise in software development, automation, and cloud. 

Our unique innovation model sets us apart: we develop products based on the gaps we identify through first-hand experience. Our product strategy is anchored in the tenets of reusability and giving back to the tech and business communities, enabling us to align our efforts with disruptive trends in the market.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Software Product Manager leads the product vision and development of AOT's suite of interconnected digital solutions designed for the public and private sectors. This role is responsible for understanding customer needs, market opportunities, and technical capabilities in order to manage this portfolio. As a dedicated product owner, the Software Product Manager works cross-functionally with engineering, design, and stakeholders to drive product success from strategy through execution.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Technical Leadership

• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to deliver intuitive, performant, and scalable applications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prioritize and manage the product backlog.
• Understand system architecture and dependencies to inform product decisions and trade-offs.

Product Management

• Own end-to-end product lifecycles, from discovery through delivery and iteration.
• Define product requirements and user stories based on market research, customer feedback, and competitive analysis.
• Work with design teams to ensure a seamless and intuitive user experience.
• Support sales and marketing teams in pricing by working with engineering teams to estimate and optimise infrastructure costs.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with internal teams, including engineering, design, sales, marketing, and senior leadership.
• Communicate product updates and progress to stakeholders.
• Support sales, marketing, and proposal development teams with necessary inputs for building product communication.

End-User Advocacy

• Champion the needs of users by advocating for usability, accessibility, and intuitive design.
• Incorporate user feedback into iterative development cycles to improve the user experience.

Research

• Collaborate with marketing to conduct product testing, market research, and competitive analysis.
• Stay current on low-code/no-code trends, AI/RPA/workflow automation technologies, and user expectations.

Roadmap Planning

• Develop and maintain a clear, prioritized product roadmap aligned with strategic goals.
• Set short- and long-term product goals in collaboration with leadership and cross-functional partners.

Data-Driven Mindset

• Monitor and analyze product performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Use data insights to drive product decisions, optimize workflows, and validate hypotheses.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

Must-have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of total work experience, preferably with a focus on SaaS or workflow automation tools, including 5+ years of proven product management experience.
• Proven experience delivering user-friendly software products, ideally in the low-code/no-code space.
• Strong understanding of software development processes and technologies.
• Strong understanding of product management processes, including agile methodologies.
• Ability to translate technical capabilities into clear, value-driven features.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working on low-code platforms or digital process automation tools.
• Familiarity with open-source technologies or communities.
• Advanced degrees (e.g., MBA) and/or product management certifications (e.g., Pragmatic Institute, AIPMM, or similar).
• Background in UX, business analysis, or software development.

More about GovFlow and formsflow.ai

GovFlow is the umbrella brand for AOT’s offerings for the public sector. This suite of products and solutions addresses citizen engagement and information management. You will get the opportunity to work on a number of application areas of AI, including RAG, NLP, and gen AI. GovFlow also covers low-code and AI-driven application development. GovFlow is yet to be launched officially; it’s a portfolio of product brands, modules, and frameworks that we have successfully deployed with our public sector clients. Owning and refining this portfolio will be the key responsibility of this role.

formsflow.ai is AOT’s flagship product brand, a supercharged form and workflow builder which brings forms, workflows, analytics and user management into one platform, enabling implementation of complex approval workflows. A version of formsflow.ai, optimised for public sector audiences, will also be a part of the GovFlow Universe. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Arrangement: Remote, with the opportunity to work in-person or hybrid from our office in Victoria, B.C.

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required for team meetings, user research, or conferences.

On-Call Requirements: None, but position may be required to work nights and mornings for touchpoints with the India-based development team. 

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this role is $100,000 – $120,000 per year, based on experience. 

WHY WORK WITH US?

We’re proud of our inclusive workplace, coaching culture, and the collective expertise of our team. We’re Great Place to Work Certified™ and the recipient of the Maclean’s Growth 500 award. Some of our perks include:

• 16 days of paid time off to start
• 5 paid sick days 
• Competitive health benefits from Day 1 
• RRSP matching 
• Professional development budget 

OUR VALUES

Our values guide how we work, collaborate, and grow as a team. Everyone at AOT is expected to embody these values:

• Innovation: We pursue true innovation by solving problems and meeting unarticulated needs.
• Integrity: We hold ourselves to high ethical standards and never compromise.
• Ownership: We are all responsible for our shared long-term success.
• Agility: We stay ready to adapt to change and deliver results. 
• Collaboration: We believe collaboration and knowledge-sharing fuel innovation and success.
• Empowerment: We support our people so they can bring the best of themselves to work every day.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you’re a motivated product owner who thrives in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role. We look forward to hearing from you!

This posting will be open until filled. We will begin to review applications on Monday, March 31. 

Please note that all job applications we receive are reviewed by humans. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in the role, but we will only reach out to shortlisted candidates. 

AOT Technologies is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any job candidate on any basis, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. Please note that all applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.