Mike Watts
About Mike Watts
Mike Watts is the Principal Product Manager for Precision DC Instrumentation at NI (National Instruments) in Austin, Texas, with extensive experience in product management and marketing within the automated test space.
Current Role at NI (National Instruments)
Mike Watts is currently working at NI (National Instruments) in Austin, Texas, United States. He holds two significant positions: Principal Product Manager for Precision DC Instrumentation, and Principal Solutions Marketing Manager for Semiconductor Validation and Production Test. In these roles, he oversees the development and marketing of high-performance electrical instrumentation like source measure units (SMUs), LCR meters, programmable power supplies, and electronic loads. He also conducts market research to understand customer needs and competitor products, building strategic business plans to align with NI’s vision.
NI (National Instruments) Career
Mike Watts joined NI (National Instruments) in 2013 as an Applications Engineer. Over the years, he has held various roles within the company, including Product Manager, Product Marketing Manager for Automated Test, Solutions Marketing Manager for Semiconductor Test, Senior Solutions Marketing Manager for Semiconductor Validation and Production Test, and now his current positions. His contributions have been instrumental in defining the product roadmap and go-to-market strategy for validation and production test within the automated test space.
Previous Experience
Before joining NI, Mike Watts had a diverse range of experiences. He worked as a Business Systems Analyst Intern at Dell in 2012 and as a Computer Systems Engineer Intern at USAA from 2010 to 2011. He also worked as a Student IT Worker at Labtek Solutions / Hospice Brazos Valley from 2009 to 2010 and as a Waiter at Pompano Joe's Seafood House in 2008. From 2005 to 2006, he was a Technical Support Representative at TraxSales Inc.
Educational Background
Mike Watts studied Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 2008 to 2013. His education equipped him with the technical skills and knowledge that have been crucial in his various roles in product management and marketing.
Skills and Personal Interests
Mike Watts has a StrengthsFinder 2.0 profile that highlights strengths in Discipline, Focus, Competition, Futuristic, and Command. In his spare time, he is also an avid rower. These strengths and hobbies contribute to his effective leadership and strategic decision-making in his professional roles.