Hardware Product Manager – Identity & Access Management Biometric Devices

Smart Biometrics – IDEMIA Public Security

About IDEMIA Group

IDEMIA Public Security is a leading provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, transforming public and private organizations worldwide.

Smart Biometrics, part of IDEMIA Public Security, delivers advanced biometric identity management solutions to the global enterprise market. Our expertise lies in biometric identity management, supported by regional sales teams and development centers operating across three time zones.

Position Overview

As a Product Manager for Identity & Access Management (IAM) Biometric Devices, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of one or more strategic Hardware biometric product lines — from market analysis and product definition to launch and post-launch performance monitoring.

You will serve as the key interface between technical, commercial, marketing, and operations teams to ensure product-market fit and alignment with the business line’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Vision

• Define the product vision and develop the product roadmap in alignment with the business line strategy
• Identify customer needs, market expectations, and innovation opportunities
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis
• Define product positioning in line with divisional strategy

Product Development & Execution

• Lead product development in collaboration with Innovation, R&D, design, software, and operations teams
• Develop marketing specifications and associated business cases
• Ensure technical and commercial feasibility in partnership with engineering and marketing teams
• Act as the primary interface with selected key suppliers

Product Launch & Enablement

• Prepare and support product launches (documentation, training materials, marketing assets)
• Contribute to the development of appropriate marketing tools
• Present products to customers, partners, and internal teams
• Serve as the product reference point for sales and internal stakeholders

Lifecycle Management & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor product performance (KPIs, sales, margins, customer feedback)
• Define and update the product roadmap in collaboration with R&D and commercial teams
• Manage product obsolescence and facilitate technology transitions
• Propose corrective actions and product evolutions on an ongoing basis

Experience & Skills

• Experience in the security and access control industry is highly desirable
• Strong expertise in market analysis and product roadmap definition
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally in international environments
• Comfortable communicating in English with global teams, customers, suppliers, and partners
• Experience in biometric technologies or enterprise security solutions is a strong advantage

Personal Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Autonomous, rigorous, and capable of managing complex projects
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Product Management, Business, or related field
• Familiarity with innovative technologies