Associate Product Manager, AEP SFF

About the Company Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense. With nearly $500 million in funding to date, Armada is backed by leading investors including Founders Fund, Lux, BlackRock and Microsoft (M12), alongside strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Dell, Palantir, NVIDIA, SpaceX, and Skydio. We are building the infrastructure layer for sovereign and edge AI - rugged, deployable compute for customers that cannot rely on centralized cloud. Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world. About the Role We are seeking an Associate Product Manager to support the strategy for Armada's small form factor (SFF) device ecosystem within the Armada Edge Platform (AEP). You will help execute the benchmarks used to qualify new partner devices, and support how Armada, Armada partners, and customers manage large fleets of these devices and application lifecycle in a Hub and Spoke model. This is a hands-on, individual-contributor role for a product manager early in their career. You will work under the guidance of senior product and engineering leaders, apply established methods and frameworks to well-defined assignments, and build sound judgment on structured problems while partnering with hardware, engineering, and partner teams to bring new SFF devices onto the platform. Location. This role is office-based at our Bellevue, Washington office. What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities) Device Onboarding & Qualification • Support the onboarding of select partner SFF devices onto the AEP platform, under the direction of senior product management • Assist in defining and executing benchmarks and qualification criteria used to evaluate new SFF devices, escalating open questions to senior team members • Partner with hardware and engineering teams to assess device compatibility, performance, and readiness for production Fleet Management Strategy • Support the development of how Armada, Armada partners, and customers manage large fleets of SFF devices • Help document and communicate the Hub and Spoke architecture, as defined by senior product leadership, in which SFF devices serve as the Spoke and Armada Galleon or hyperscale public cloud serves as the Hub • Translate fleet management requirements into detailed product plans, user flows, and acceptance criteria, with guidance from senior product management Cross-Functional Execution • Work daily with engineering, design, and QA to deliver product milestones for device onboarding and fleet management on time and with quality • Support engagement with partner device manufacturers, customers, and field teams to gather feedback and help validate product requirements • Support product launches with documentation, go-to-market inputs, and enablement in coordination with sales and marketing Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in a technical, business, or related field (or equivalent experience); 0-2 years of experience in product management, engineering, or a related technical role (internship experience considered) • Exposure to Kubernetes-based or containerized solutions (through coursework, internships, or projects), ideally involving small form factor (SFF) devices • Foundational understanding of distributed systems, edge computing, or infrastructure software concepts • Demonstrated ability to execute well-defined tasks with attention to detail, and to seek guidance appropriately on ambiguous or complex problems • Excellent written and verbal communication with technical and business audiences • Familiarity with agile environments and tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, and Figma (through coursework, internships, or work experience) • U.S. Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications: • Exposure to hardware or device qualification benchmarking (e.g., through coursework, internship, or personal projects) • Interest in or coursework related to hub-and-spoke or fleet management architectures for edge devices • Familiarity with Armada Galleon or hyperscale public cloud platforms • Exposure to hardware-integrated products (IoT devices, sensors, ruggedized compute) Citizenship Requirements For select roles, due to the nature of our clientele and the technologies involved, there may be specific nationality or citizenship indicated in the required qualifications section. These roles may involve access to sensitive information that is subject to export control regulations or other legal restrictions. In such cases, employment offers will be contingent upon your ability to comply with these requirements. Compensation For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request). Benefits • Competitive base salary and equity • Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost) • Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA) • Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k) • Unlimited paid time off (PTO) • 14 paid company holidays per year #LI-ST1 #LI-Onsite Compensation $79,764—$99,705 USD You're a Great Fit if You're • A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge • A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude • Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company • A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda • Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you Equal Opportunity Statement At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time. Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.