Head Of Product And Engineering

Summary

Join Nextiva as the Head of Partner Ecosystem and Verticals, leading product management and engineering to drive growth. You will define product strategy, develop roadmaps, and oversee the entire product lifecycle, focusing on custom solutions for key verticals. This role requires leading cross-functional teams, collaborating with executive leadership, and ensuring high-quality product launches. You will need proven experience in product management and software development, particularly in the Unified Communications space. Nextiva offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• College Degree in Engineering, Sciences and/or Business Management from a recognized university or equivalent
• Proven experience in leading Product Management and Software Development for highly scalable and mission critical services
• Experience between products in the Unified Communications and Collaboration space, UCaaS or CCaaS
• Demonstrated ability in Agile Development Practices
• Managing teams and partners distributed around the world
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and present to stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate a clear product strategy aligned with the company's mission and goals
• Develop and execute a roadmap that prioritizes feature development and product enhancements
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to shape product vision
• Understanding Nextiva products, partnering with our sales teams and leaders, and defining how we build solutions targeted at specific business verticals
• Lead cross-functional teams, including product managers and software engineers, in designing, developing, and launching software products
• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to delivery, with a focus on custom solutions targeted to business segments and verticals
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of product managers, software engineers, and quality assurance professionals
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the department
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align product development efforts with business goals and revenue targets
• Plan and execute successful product launches, including collaborating with relevant internal teams on pricing strategies, sales enablement, and marketing efforts
• Monitor post-launch performance and gather feedback for iterative improvements
• Ensure the highest levels of software quality, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Manage the product development budget effectively, optimizing resource allocation and cost control

Benefits

• Supplemental medical insurance (including prescription coverage, mental health support, and a range of medical services and supplies)
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Life insurance
• An Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried employees
• An RRSP employee long-term savings plan through CanadaLife with Nextiva matching
• Comprehensive employee wellness programs
• Loads of learning and development opportunities which are coupled with career paths to last a lifetime