Director, Product Line Management – Storage & Balance of System Products

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<div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and a leading provider of solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging products. Founded in 2006, our innovative microinverter technology revolutionized solar power, making it a safer, more reliable, and scalable energy source. Today, the Enphase Energy System enables users to make, use, save, and sell their own power. Enphase is also one of the most successful and innovative clean energy companies in the world, with more than 80 million products shipped across 160 countries.   </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"> </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Join our dynamic teams designing and developing next-gen energy technologies and help drive a sustainable future!</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"><strong>About the role </strong></span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">We are seeking a Director of Product Line Management for Storage and Balance of System (BOS) Products to lead the strategy, definition, and lifecycle of Enphase’s storage product portfolio and the critical balance-of-system hardware that surrounds it. This includes the full IQ Battery family (IQ Battery 3/3T, IQ Battery 5P, IQ Battery 10C, and legacy Encharge products), the IQ System Controller portfolio, IQ Load Controller, IQ Meter Collar, and associated software features such as PowerMatch™. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"> </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">As a Director, you will lead a team of product managers, set the product vision and roadmap, and own the business case and revenue targets for your product lines. You will work across engineering, systems, sales, operations, and marketing to bring industry-leading storage and BOS solutions to residential and commercial markets in the U.S. and globally. You will be the voice for these product lines, interfacing with customers, installers, strategic partners, and senior leadership. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"> </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">The role is based in Fremont, California or Austin, Texas. This is a full-time, 5-day work week role. Presence in the office is required for a minimum of 3 days per week; on the remaining days, in-office presence may also be required based on business needs. This role requires domestic and occasional international travel (up to 25%). You will report to the Senior Director of Product Line Management and work closely with development teams in the U.S., India, and New Zealand. </span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"><strong>What you will do</strong></span></div><p><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"><strong>Product Vision & Strategy</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Own the multi-year product roadmap for storage and BOS, aligned to company strategy, market trends, and business case targets. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Drive VOC (Voice of the Customer) with installers, commercial buyers, utilities, and homeowners to identify unmet needs and prioritize the roadmap. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Develop Market Requirements Documents (MRDs) and business cases that translate customer needs into clear product investments. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Monitor the competitive landscape; track emerging storage and BOS solutions in the market and translate insights into actionable product strategy. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Analyze market sizing, pricing dynamics, local codes and utility regulations (NEC, UL 9540, IEEE Std 1547, etc.) to inform product positioning and feature prioritization. </span></p><p><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"><strong>Product Development & Launch </strong></span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Lead a team of 3–7 product managers across storage and BOS product lines; provide coaching, mentorship, and clear prioritization. Your success is measured not just by your own performance, but by the outcomes your team delivers. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Collaborate with hardware, software, systems, and firmware engineering teams to translate market requirements into detailed product specifications and feature sets. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Own new product introduction (NPI): lead BETA programs, regulatory submissions (UL, IEC, FCC), and market launch readiness. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Ensure products meet applicable safety, grid interconnection, and compliance standards. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Partner with operations and supply chain on manufacturing readiness, cost targets, and product availability. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Customer, Sales & Ecosystem Enablement </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Be the product expert for storage and BOS; engage directly with key customers, installers, utilities, and partners, and support the sales team in key engagements. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Partner with marketing to develop product positioning, messaging, and sales content. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Manage relationships with contract manufacturers, distribution partners, and technology partners. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Represent Enphase storage and BOS at industry events, customer advisory boards, and regulatory forums. </span></p><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"><strong>Performance & Continuous Improvement </strong></span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Define, track, and report on key product performance metrics, including revenue, attach rates, NPS, field reliability, and return rates. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Drive continuous improvement through post-launch reviews, field data analysis, and customer feedback loops. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Champion product quality by working with engineering and field service teams to resolve systemic issues rapidly</span></div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"><strong>Who you are and What you bring</strong></span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline is required. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Master’s degree in an engineering discipline or an MBA from a reputed institution is strongly preferred. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">A minimum of 12–15 years of professional experience in Product Management or Systems Engineering in the power electronics, energy storage, or clean energy sector. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">At least 3–5 years in a people management or team leadership role, with experience managing a team of product managers. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Demonstrated experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) – product definition, launch, and lifecycle management – is required. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Strong familiarity with balance-of-system (BOS) components: system controllers, load controllers, transfer switches, meter collars, or equivalent. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Ability to define products at both system and component level with clear, actionable requirements. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to communicate complex technical topics to both engineering teams and executive audiences. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Proven ability to influence a matrixed organization spanning engineering, sales, operations, and marketing. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Natural leadership presence, high initiative, and comfort working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Comfortable leading work across distributed and offshore development teams. </span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"><strong>Things That Make a Difference </strong></span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Experience with grid-tied and off-grid or microgrid energy systems, including residential and commercial/industrial storage. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Familiarity with grid interconnection standards (IEEE 1547, UL 9540, NEC Article 706), utility tariff structures, demand charge management, and VPP/DERMS concepts. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Background in power electronics product development (inverters, converters, transfer switches, or smart switchgear). </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Track record of bringing hardware-software integrated products from concept to high-volume production. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Prior experience working in a similar role at a leading solar, storage, or energy management company. </span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">Knowledge of commercial and industrial (C&I) storage market dynamics and customers. </span></div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"><strong>Reporting Structure </strong></span><br><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">This role reports to the Senior Director, Product Line Management. The Director will manage a team of Senior Product Managers and Product Managers supporting the Storage and Balance of System product lines within the Storage Business Unit (SBU). </span></div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-family:sans-serif , arial , helvetica;font-size:10.0pt;">The base pay range for this position for CA Candidates is $180,000 to $253,000 and for Texas candidates is $150,000 - $ 205,000. This salary range may be modified in the future. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, education or training, work location, and market conditions. This position is also eligible for bonus, equity, and benefits.</span></div>

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