Product Engagement Lead

We are looking for an Engagement Lead with a product-first mindset and a strong background in technology delivery to help shape and scale our growing portfolio of tools and client solutions. This is a hands-on, outcome-oriented role with responsibility across three key areas:

• Developing and scaling our own proprietary software tools (two currently in progress)

• Designing internal productivity tools, ideally powered by AI, to support high-performing teams

• Leading the creation and customization of client-facing software, data, and AI-based solutions

You will work cross-functionally with internal teams and clients, combining strong product instincts with delivery know-how to bring new tools to life and ensure successful outcomes.

This role is being hired on a contract-to-hire basis, though we would consider full-time employment for the right candidate.

• Drive the strategy and delivery of proprietary software tools from MVP to scale

• Build internal platforms and workflows that improve team performance and leverage AI capabilities

• Design and deliver client-facing products across software, data, and AI categories

• Customize and integrate features on top of third-party platforms to meet client-specific needs

• Act as the primary liaison for client engagements, managing stakeholder expectations and communications

• Translate business goals into clear product plans and development priorities

• Define and track KPIs to ensure product performance aligns with strategic objectives

• Operate across both agile and waterfall methodologies, applying the best fit for each project

• Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of product development and delivery

• Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and trade-offs to maintain momentum and impact

• You have 4 to 7 years of experience in a product management, consulting, or technology delivery role

• You have experience building or managing delivery of software, AI, or data tools — ideally across multiple industries or for external customers

• You bring familiarity with agriculture, food, or supply chain industries (a plus, but not required)

• You are fluent in agile and waterfall ways of working and know how to lead teams in either

• You are a strategic thinker who also delivers with a bias toward action

• You are organized, articulate, and comfortable leading through ambiguity

• You know how to manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders with different priorities

• You are excited about emerging technology and look for opportunities to apply it internally and externally

• You’re experienced in product discovery, roadmapping, user feedback loops, and delivering working solutions

• At Captios, you will be part of a firm that is growing fast and operating at the intersection of digital transformation, AI, and agribusiness innovation.
• We are remote-first, but collaborate in person regularly through client visits, offsites, and team events.
• We are a high-output, low-ego culture that is approachable, collaborative, and focused on results.
• You will have the opportunity to evolve your role as the company grows, including developing automation, marketing, and leadership support functions.

• We are headquartered out of Chicago, Illinois, but operate remotely with a light client travel (1-2 weeks/ month)
• Contract-to-hire ideal, with potential for full-time employment. For the right candidate, we would consider full-time.
• Full-time or flexible hours considered, based on experience and fit.
• We will ask for a reference from a recent boss or advisor as part of the process.
• Compensation range: $75–$100 per hour, depending on experience and fit.  Full-time conversion between $125K and $150K plus medical benefits