Director, Product Management - Data And AI Governance

Atlan
Summary
Join Atlan, the world's first active metadata platform, as the Director of Product for Data and AI Governance. You will own the product vision and strategy for Atlan’s AI and Data Governance solutions, shaping Atlan’s governance vision and strategy, designing intuitive and scalable governance frameworks, and driving innovative product solutions. This pivotal role involves working with large, complex customers, addressing AI Governance, Policy, and Governance challenges, and driving business unit outcomes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, prioritize features based on customer feedback and business objectives, and mentor team members. Atlan offers a fast-paced, fully remote work environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration within a global data community. The company is experiencing rapid growth and is backed by top investors.
Requirements
- Deep understanding of governance frameworks (e.g. policy management, Access control or/and compliance)
- Proven ability to engage deeply with customers, particularly large and complex organizations, to identify their needs and translate them into impactful product solutions
- Ability to navigate complex customer workflows and build intuitive solutions for technical and non-technical users alike
- Experience managing and growing product teams
- Strong communication skills to inspire cross-functional teams and ensure alignment across stakeholders
- Track record of driving end-to-end product development, from ideation to launch, with a relentless focus on outcomes
- Proficiency in balancing short-term wins and long-term vision in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable collaborating with engineers to make technical trade-offs and prioritize features based on impact
- Knowledge of AI and data governance technologies and standards, such as data classification, access controls, and lineage tracking
Responsibilities
- Develop and own the product vision and strategy for Atlan’s AI and Data Governance solutions
- Stay ahead of industry trends in AI and data governance and translate them into actionable strategies for Atlan
- Partner closely with large and complex customers to deeply understand their AI and data governance challenges, workflows, and needs
- Ensure customer-centricity in everything we build, from the smallest feature to the largest roadmap initiative
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing, and customer success) to build, launch, and iterate on AI and data governance products that drive customer value
- Prioritize features and enhancements based on customer feedback, data insights, and business objectives
- Act as a thought leader and inspire teams by articulating a compelling vision for AI and Data Governance at Atlan
- Mentor and guide product managers and other team members, ensuring their growth aligns with company goals
- Define success metrics for AI and data governance solutions and continuously measure their impact
- Identify areas for improvement and drive actions to ensure the success of governance initiatives
Benefits
- Ownership from Day One: Whether you're an intern or a full-time teammate, you’ll own impactful projects, chart your growth, and collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry
- Limitless Opportunities: At Atlan, your growth has no boundaries. If you’re ready to take initiative, the sky’s the limit
- A Global Data Community: We’re deeply embedded in the modern data stack, contributing to open-source projects, sponsoring meetups, and empowering team members to grow through conferences and learning opportunities