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 product development from concept to launch, focusing on custom solutions for specific verticals like healthcare and hospitality. This role requires leading cross-functional teams, collaborating with executive leadership, and ensuring high software quality. You will also manage the product development budget and build last-mile experiences for customers. The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with experience in Unified Communications and Collaboration, Agile development, and managing global teams. Nextiva offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

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

• Multiple health plan options to suit your needs, including medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine coverage
• Life, disability, and supplemental indemnity plans
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried employees, PTO for hourly employees, Paid Sick Time (PST), paid parental bonding leave, and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Accounts with company contributions, Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Assistance Program and comprehensive wellness initiatives
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities and career advancement