Software Product Manager III

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IDEXX Laboratories is seeking a Product Manager III, Software to join our R&D organization, focused on instrument-connected software solutions. This role sits at the intersection of product, software development, and instrument technology, and plays a critical role in delivering high-impact solutions that directly support customer workflows and diagnostic outcomes.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in an agile environment, enjoys working closely with development teams, and can translate complex business and user needs into clear, actionable product direction.
** What You Can Expect
** As a Product Manager III supporting instrument software, you will take ownership of key product areas and help drive delivery across active development initiatives. You will operate in a fast-moving, collaborative environment where priorities evolve and strong product judgment is essential.

You will work closely with software engineering, R&D, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the right work is prioritized, clearly defined, and delivered with impact. This role requires someone who can quickly ramp into an existing product space and contribute immediately.
** What You’ll Do
*** Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring work is clearly defined, prioritized, and aligned to business value
* Partner with Product Management leadership to contribute to and execute against the product roadmap
* Translate business needs and user insights into clear product requirements and user stories
* Work closely with software development teams in an agile environment to drive execution and delivery
* Balance competing priorities and make informed trade-offs to maximize product impact
* Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders across R&D, engineering, and the business to align on priorities and outcomes
* Support release planning and execution, ensuring alignment on scope, timelines, and expectations
* Continuously refine processes and workflows to improve team efficiency and delivery predictability
* Leverage customer insights, market trends, and internal feedback to inform product decisions
* Act as a key liaison between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring clear communication and shared understanding
** What You Bring
*** 4–6+ years of experience in product management, product ownership, or closely related roles
* Proven experience working with software development teams in an agile environment
* Strong experience managing product backlogs, user stories, and prioritization frameworks
* Experience contributing to or owning product roadmaps and aligning work to strategic goals
* Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed organization, working across multiple stakeholders and teams
* Strong communication skills with the ability to translate between technical and business audiences
* Demonstrated ability to manage complexity, ambiguity, and evolving priorities
** Nice to Have
*** Experience working with instrument-connected software or hardware + software ecosystems
* Exposure to R&D or engineering-driven environments
* Familiarity with diagnostics, healthcare, or life sciences domains
* Experience with tools such as Jira or similar backlog management platforms
** Why IDEXX
** We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.
** Let’s pursue what matters together.
** IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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