Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is changing how the world watches TV.
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we are building to power every television in the world. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.
The Roku TV team is looking for a Product Partnerships Manager to work closely with our global OS manufacturing partners and various internal groups to bring new Roku TV products to market and measure key operational areas. Collaboration and focus on the critical path are core to our success.
Role Overview
As the Product Partnerships Manager, you will help identify, define, and communicate technical requirements and product features to internal and external stakeholders. The relationships you develop with our partners will enable you to articulate their perspective on product features and create common understanding and alignment. You will author product guides and briefs, enabling the team to efficiently develop and qualify new Roku products. Your insights gathered while working cross‑functionally will inform product roadmaps and strengthen our competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
- Own the product and technical relationship with global OEM partners working on Roku TV and Smart Projectors.
- Coordinate with business development, marketing, and engineering teams to cultivate and bolster successful product partnerships.
- Work with factory partners to establish short‑term and multi‑year product roadmaps and gather insights that strengthen Roku’s competitive advantage.
- Understand and analyze partners’ requirements and translate them into product requirement documents and feature guides.
- Author Product Briefs and Feature Guides for new products and key features, and track these initiatives to successful completion.
- Work with Roku Engineering to define technology and tools roadmaps that drive innovation and maintain product differentiation.
- Advocate for product issues on behalf of partners within Roku and influence internal teams to resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Develop and enhance relationships with key internal stakeholders to navigate the organization and drive initiatives effectively.
- Use data analytics to monitor product health, engagement, and drive business decisions.
Qualifications
- 5+ years in a Product or Engineering role in the consumer electronics domain.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline required.
- Pragmatic, strategic problem‑solving approach and ability to foster that trait in a team.
- Strong ability to build trust and deliver on objectives across independent teams with varying priorities.
- Strong product and business intuition.
- Data‑driven decision maker who can proceed effectively when data is sparse.
- Experience operating across multiple workstreams (hardware and/or software) to deliver successful products.
- Experience with partner management and negotiation.
- Experience working with cross‑functional teams across product, engineering, operations, and finance.
- Knowledge of the TV industry (core technology, retail strategy, regulatory/certification requirements) is a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Compensation
For California only – the estimated annual salary for this position is between $176,163 and $228,000. Compensation packages consider skill set, certifications, and geographic location. The role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.
Hybrid Work Approach
Teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work, except for roles required to be in the office five days a week or offices with a five‑day in‑office policy.
Benefits
Roku offers a comprehensive benefits package, including global mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accident, disability, commuter and retirement options (401(k)/pension), and vacation time for most roles. Some benefits may not be available in all locations. For details specific to your region, consult your recruiter.
Accommodations
Roku welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct inquiries to
EEO Statement
Roku is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.
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