Work with cutting-edge AI technology that helps make the world a safer and more secure place.
DroneShield (ASX:DRO) develops market-leading counter-drone solutions used by military organisations, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure operators, and law enforcement operating in some of the most challenging and high-stakes environments in the world.
Employees work at the forefront of innovation, solving complex technical problems and delivering mission-critical capabilities where performance, reliability, and speed matter.
As an ASX200-listed company and the world's only publicly listed pure-play counter-drone business, DroneShield is experiencing rapid growth.
Revenue increased from A$57 million in **** to more than A$217 million in ****, supported by record profitability, a global sales pipeline exceeding A$2.5 billion, and annual R&D; investment of over A$50 million.
Since ****, DroneShield has grown from 11 employees to more than 550 globally, with operations across Australia, the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, supporting customers in over 70 countries.
The role is based at DroneShield's Sydney headquarters, which houses corporate, commercial, engineering, and operational teams supporting the company's global growth and customer base.
About The Role
As Director of Product, you will lead the product organisation at DroneShield, covering both software and hardware product lines.
You will lead a product team comprising 8 to 10 members, including product owners and product managers.
This role demands a dynamic and hands-on leader capable of balancing strategic vision with daily operational execution.
A key focus of the role is uplifting product capability, including product thinking and best-practice product management frameworks, while continuing to deliver against active programs and customer commitments.
You will work closely with Engineering (HW/SW/Systems/Design),



Sales, Marketing and Executive stakeholders to translate business priorities into clear product direction and deliverables.
Reporting directly to the CTO, the position represents an exceptional opportunity for a result-driven individual in a rewarding and fast-growing market.
Responsibilities, Duties And Expectations
Product Organisation Leadership: Lead and develop the full product team (Product Managers, Product Owners, Communications), setting clear priorities and ways of working
Product Strategy & Direction: Define and maintain product direction in alignment with company strategy, in close partnership with the CTO
Roadmap Ownership: Own and drive product roadmaps across all product lines, balancing strategic investment with near-term delivery commitments
Product Delivery & Execution: Ensure strong execution discipline across the product function, including backlog prioritisation and delivery alignment with engineering teams
Product Capability Uplift: Improve product management maturity across the team, including introduction of product frameworks, structured thinking, and best-practice methodologies
Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with key stakeholders, including the CTO, VP of Sensors & Effectors, Systems Engineers, Sales Executives, Developers, Product Managers and Project Managers, to gather requirements, define product features, and ensure alignment with business objectives
Customer & Market Insight: Bring structured customer and market insights into product decisions,



ensuring alignment to real-world operational needs
Product Launch & Lifecycle: Oversee product lifecycle from concept through to release and continuous improvement
Performance Monitoring: Track product outcomes and iterate based on data, field feedback, and operational performance
Qualifications, Experience And Skills
Experience: 8-12 years in product management, including leadership of teams and accountability for product delivery
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Industrial Design or a related field
Strong understanding of both software and hardware development lifecycles
Ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels
Strong stakeholder management across technical and commercial domains
Experience building or maturing product organisations and processes
Ability to bring structure and clarity in a fast-paced, scaling environment
Attributes
Hands-on, pragmatic and delivery-focused
Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building structure where needed
Interest or experience in Defence, Security or Critical Systems is advantageous
What We Offer
Competitive salary package
Adaptable working arrangements
High-impact role in a rapidly scaling global business
Opportunities for skilled growth and leadership development
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📌 Director Of Product (Sydney)
🏢 Droneshield
📍 Sydney