Senior Product Manager

Position Overview:

This is a vacancy for a hybrid or on-site role at one of our HQs (Germany or the Netherlands). We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender identity.

Lobster is expanding our Data Platform and middleware solutions that connect heterogeneous systems across supply chain networks. We're seeking a Senior Product Manager (m/w/d) to join our Product & Engineering team, reporting directly to the Director of Product. 

This role focuses on backend infrastructure, data transformation, and system integration. You'll own the product strategy for our middleware platform that transports and transforms data between enterprise systems using Java-based architecture.
 
Ready to make an impact? 

You’ll get to take ownership of:

Backend Product Strategy & Development 

• Contribute to shaping the product strategy for our middleware platform and data integration services 
• Collaborate with Engineering Leaders on technical architecture decisions for data transformation pipelines 

Enterprise B2B Focus 

• Collaborate directly with enterprise customers in the supply chain and logistics industries
• Lead technical discovery sessions to understand complex integration requirements 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Align with the Director of Product and cross-functional teams on platform evolution 
• Partner with the Engineering and Sales teams to support technical product launches

We’d love to meet someone with:

Technical Product Experience 

• 5+ years managing backend-focused, technical B2B products (not consumer apps or UI-heavy products) 
• Experience with middleware, data integration, or infrastructure software 
• Understanding of APIs, system connectors, data protocols, and enterprise integrations 
• Background with Java-based systems or similar backend technologies is a plus 

B2B SaaS & Enterprise Expertise 

• Enterprise B2B SaaS experience, preferably with supply chain or logistics customers 
• Track record working with ERP, TMS systems or similar enterprise platforms 
• Experience with on-premises deployment and hybrid cloud solutions 

Technical Collaboration Skills 

• Proven ability to work closely with engineering teams  
• Experience translating complex technical requirements into product specifications 
• Understanding of modern development methodologies and technical delivery processes 

Communication & Analytics 

• Strong communication skills for technical stakeholder discussions 
• Data-driven decision-making using product analytics and customer insights 
• Fluent English and strong German skills (B2+ level) required

You can look forward to:

• Opportunity to work flexibly from home 
• Modern offices in Germany and the Netherlands
• A personal Learning & Development budget 
• Up to 20 days of remote work per year from any EU country 
• Company Pension plan 
• 30 vacation days a year 
• Location-specific benefits packages (your recruiter will be happy to provide more details during your first chat) 
• Company-sponsored business travel 

For this role, we are open to working with specialists based in Germany or the Netherlands. Whether you prefer working on-site at our offices in Tutzing or Rotterdam/Amsterdam, or remotely from a location within one of these countries, we’re happy to accommodate your preferred working style.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply! 

Lobster is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where empathy and respect guide our interactions.