Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Engineering / Product Development Job Profile Sr Product Manager Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week Travel % No Work Shift Day
Compensation
Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $111,600.00 - $186,000.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional
compensation that may include an incentive program. Job Description Cox Automotive is seeking a Sr Product Manager to join the Inventory Management Enablement Services (IMES) release train, which is transforming the vAuto platform into a simplified, modular foundation. This role combines strategic product leadership with technical expertise. You will drive platform-level decisions, collaborate with engineering and architecture teams, and ensure that technical capabilities translate into measurable business outcomes. Primary
Responsibilities Product Strategy and Discovery Define and maintain a strategic roadmap that prioritizes initiatives based on business impact and technical feasibility. Lead discovery efforts to identify opportunities and validate solutions, ensuring alignment with platform transformation goals Translate complex technical concepts into clear business value for stakeholders. Serve as a thought leader within the organization, contributing to vision development and strategic initiatives. Product Roadmap Convert discovery insights into a transparent, outcome-oriented roadmap that sequences near-term wins and long-term strategies. Communicate roadmap updates and technical trade-offs to stakeholders and leadership. Planning and Execution Translate strategy into business outcomes, milestones, and epics; maintain a healthy backlog that continuously delivers measurable value. Collaborate with Product Owners, Engineering, Architecture, and Solution Delivery partners to define features, prioritize backlog, and ensure technical alignment. Establish and track success metrics for both business impact and technical performance Agile Development Apply agile methodologies effectively in a complex enterprise environment Build strong relationships with onshore and offshore teams, including contractors, across product, UX, engineering, and architecture Ensure teams understand the product vision and direction, delivering incremental value toward that vision
Qualifications A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 4 years of experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 2 years of experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year of experience; or 12 years of experience in related field with no degree. Technical knowledge in Platform-oriented capabilities: API strategy, modular architecture, and integration frameworks. Ability to bridge business and technology, influencing decisions with technical insight. Familiarity with SAFe Agile Methodology Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills for complex enterprise challenges. Experience with product planning, road mapping, and project management tools. Purpose-driven with the ability to motivate and excite others; strive for continuous improvement with bias towards action. Excellent people's skills and developing relationships with team members and customers.
Benefits The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave Drug Testing To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.
Benefits The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
About Us Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox.
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what
benefits you may be offered, visit our
benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. EOE, including disability/vets Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.
Salary
$111,600 - $186,000
Location
Austin, TX
Total raised
$40.0M
Last stage
Series A
Investors
Rick Gibbs
Co-Founder, CTO, then CEO (2013)
Mike Lane
Co-Founder & COO
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.