Grow with Robigo

  • As we become industry leaders, you can too. Come play a role in shaping the direction of our technology and company culture.

  • After demonstrating strong translation from lab-to-field, we are excited to be accelerating product development and commercial advancement of our lead programs.

  • We value our people and compensate them accordingly. You can expect unlimited PTO, healthcare coverage, a competitive salary, and a benefits package that is thoughtfully designed.

  • Our lab and office is located within The Engine by MIT, an incubator for deep tech companies in the heart of Cambridge. In addition to top of the line equipment, you can expect to meet smart people working on tough technical problems and endless cold brew on tap.

We’re engineering first-in-class microbes to solve ag’s most pressing problems, and we’re looking for exceptional teammates and collaborators.

Director of Product / Technical Product Manager 

Location: Flexible

Position Overview

The Director of Product will lead the company’s technical product development strategy, bridging grower and agronomic needs with internal development priorities. This role is central to advancing the company’s product pipeline by designing and executing scalable field trials, defining product specifications, and ensuring that development priorities align with market requirements and grower adoption.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: Commensurate with experience

  • Equity:  Stock Options 

  • Benefits

    • 4% 401K Match

    • Medical - 100% coverage via United Health

    • Dental - 100% coverage via BCBS

    • Unlimited PTO within reason

    • Holidays: All federal holidays + week between Xmas and New Years

Responsibilities

  • Lead the company’s Product Development Team to build product development strategy and align product performance specifications with market needs.

  • Define key product specifications based on grower feedback, market requirements, and field performance.

    • Engage directly with growers and ag experts to ground truth product value proposition and performance requirements.

  • Design, implement, and oversee field trial programs, including protocols, deployment, and analysis.

    • Supervise the Field Trial Manager and collaborate with field trial partners (CROs, Universities, Commercial partners, etc) to ensure field trials are executed flawlessly.

  • Build multi-year frameworks to streamline trialing and product development as Robigo’s product pipeline scales.

  • Collaborate with internal research teams (Strain Engineering, Analytics, and Bioprocessing) to ensure their upstream work is supporting field trial and product development success.

    • Translate technical findings into actionable product strategies.

  • Shape product direction and guide research priorities to support strong product adoption at launch.

  • Perform additional responsibilities or special projects as requested to support Robigo’s strategic objectives.

Education & Experience

  • Preferred PhD or MS in microbiology, plant biology, biochemistry, or related discipline.

  • Advanced degree not required; expectation of commensurate industry experience.

Must-haves

  • Demonstrated ability to scale trial programs and advance products toward commercial adoption.

  • Strong knowledge of agronomic application methods, trial design, and protocols.

  • Proven track record in commercializing agricultural biological products, ideally microbial crop protection.

  • Data-driven mindset with the ability to leverage data science in product development and adoption.

Nice-to-haves

  • Prior experience building and leading a research-driven product pipeline.

  • Familiarity with industry best practices in product development frameworks.

Soft Skills and Cultural Fit

  • Excellent communicator with the ability to align cross-functional teams, growers, and external stakeholders.

  • Self-starter with high motivation, persistence, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across divisions.

  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.

  • Proactive problem solver who anticipates and addresses challenges before they escalate.

  • Comfortable operating with autonomy and professionalism in a fast-moving start-up environment.

  • Adaptable and collaborative, with the ability to transition efficiently into new and emerging projects.

How to apply

  • Submit your CV to grow@robigo.bio

  • Please include a short description of why this position is interesting to you; No formal cover letter necessary.

  • Please indicate your estimated availability to start.

Robigo, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, or any other characteristic protected by law.