Vice President - Product Platform

November 12

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Ziff Davis

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Technology • Shopping • Gaming and Entertainment • Connectivity • Health

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1927

📱 Media

💰 $650M Post-IPO Debt on 2017-06

Description

• Lead the strategy, development, and launch of Ookla's SaaS platform. • Collaborate with engineering, data science, and business teams. • Own the platform roadmap and prioritize features. • Oversee the product management team. • Engage with stakeholders to drive data-driven decisions. • Manage the development process using Agile methodologies. • Ensure product quality through rigorous testing and assurance. • Develop go-to-market strategies and sales enablement tools. • Lead executive-level customer discussions and engagement.

Requirements

• Advanced Degree: A Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. • Product Leadership: Extensive experience in product leadership, with a proven track record of managing high-performing teams and delivering impactful products. • Product Management Expertise: Demonstrated success in product management, preferably within the SaaS or data analytics industries. • Data Expertise: Strong understanding of data concepts, data modeling, and data warehousing. • SaaS & Business Models: Deep knowledge of SaaS business models, subscription pricing, and customer lifecycle management. • Cloud & Data Integration: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), APIs, and data integration technologies. • Data Platforms & SDKs: Expertise in data platforms, SDKs, APIs, and the complexities of data collection and transformation. • Product Strategy & Vision: Ability to develop and execute a clear product vision and strategy that aligns with business goals. • Roadmap Management: Skilled in creating, managing, and adjusting detailed product roadmaps to meet business objectives. • Market & Customer Insights: Expertise in conducting market research and identifying customer needs to drive product development. • UX Principles: Understanding of user experience (UX) principles and the ability to design intuitive, user-friendly interfaces. • Strategic Planning & Analysis: Proven experience in strategic planning, analysis, and resource allocation to drive product success. • Project Management: Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives. • Cross-Functional Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams, working collaboratively with stakeholders across engineering, data science, marketing, and external partners. • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Stakeholder Management: Skilled at managing relationships with customers, sales, engineering, and senior leadership teams. • Regulatory Compliance: Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, ensuring data privacy and compliance with relevant laws. • Telecom Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the telecommunications industry and its trends, challenges, and opportunities.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching • Unlimited PTO • Employee Stock Purchase Plan options • Health/dental/vision insurance coverage • Wellness benefits (Calm app, gym reimbursement, ERG groups, etc) • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) (mental health, financial advice, legal guidance, and more) • Maven Fertility options • Pregnancy support • Pet insurance • Enhanced parental leave • Disability coverage • Best hardware, software, and tools for work • Excellent flexibility for working remotely • Educational opportunities • Anti-racism and LGBTQIA+ resource libraries • Team activities