Software Product Manager, Automation Portfolio

Software Product Manager, Automation Portfolio

Company: Beckman Coulter Life Sciences
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 02/23/2026
Job Categories: Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations, Finance/Economics, Information Technology

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives – and we are all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. By harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact, innovating at the speed of life.

At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, we know time is the most critical facet in the laboratory today: time to get life‑saving therapies to patients faster; reclaiming time by automating tedious manual workflows; and saving time spent addressing erroneous or complex results.

We are partners in time and accelerate answers to critical questions through the power of automation. We develop innovations for scientists by scientists, with many of our 3,300+ global colleagues coming from the laboratory.

It’s all part of our time‑tested approach to bringing meaningful innovations at the speed of life since 1935. And we’re just beginning. Working together, let’s put our time and talents together to advance human health for tomorrow.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Software Product Manager, Automation Portfolio will be the bridge between customer needs, business objectives, and technical execution, driving the development of innovative products from concept to launch. You will deeply understand our technology stack and market landscape, translating complex technical capabilities into clear product requirements and user stories.

This position reports to the Senior Director, Automation Portfolio and is part of the Liquid Handling Product Management team located in the vicinity of Indianapolis.

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for your product area, aligning it with overall company goals and market opportunities.
• Conduct in‑depth market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback sessions to identify new product opportunities and enhance existing features.
• Translate product strategy into detailed technical requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria, collaborating closely with engineering and design teams.
• Monitor product performance, gather data, and use analytics to identify areas for improvement and inform future product iterations.
• Support product launches by collaborating with marketing, sales, and support teams to develop go‑to‑market strategies and training materials.

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, Computer Science, or a related scientific or engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong understanding of scientific workflows, laboratory processes, and the challenges faced by researchers.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation technologies such as robotics, liquid handlers, plate readers, imaging systems, and sample management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to translate scientific and technical concepts into clear product requirements and communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross‑functional teams.

• Ability to travel up to 30% globally.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 25 lbs, and other physical requirements as needed.

• Commercial acumen
• Launching new products
• Customer engagement
• Life Sciences market knowledge

The base annual salary for this role is $145,000 to $160,000. This range may be modified in the future.

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