Remote Product Management Director

Summary

Join Appfire as their Director of Product Management, a role perfect for a strategic leader with systems thinking skills. You will develop and implement product strategies, define product vision and roadmaps, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Lead and mentor a team of product managers while maintaining a hands-on approach. This remote position, based in the Eastern Time Zone, requires early morning availability due to leading a European team. Appfire offers flexible work arrangements, prioritizing work-life balance and professional growth. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and various professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven strong and solid hands-on experience in product management, with a significant portion in a leadership role
• Demonstrated experience in applying systems thinking to complex business challenges
• Proven ability to develop and execute product strategies that align with long-term business objectives
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring product managers, with a focus on developing strategic and systems-oriented thinking
• Strong understanding of the technical aspects of product development, with the ability to engage with engineering teams at a deep level
• A track record of solving complex business problems through innovative and sustainable systems, rather than short-term tactics
• Exceptional ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Willingness to dive into details and work hands-on when needed to drive product success

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement product strategies that address business challenges through comprehensive systems and processes, ensuring all parts of the business are considered and optimized
• Define the product vision and roadmap, focusing on long-term goals and ensuring alignment with broader business objectives
• Work closely with teams across the organization, including engineering, operations, and customer support, to create solutions that address root causes rather than symptoms
• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, encouraging a culture of deep thinking and problem-solving
• While maintaining a high-level strategic focus, be willing to roll up your sleeves to dive into specific problems, offering both leadership and practical solutions
• Leverage data and analytics to inform product decisions, ensuring they are backed by comprehensive analysis and insight
• Foster an environment of continuous learning and improvement, encouraging innovation and the adoption of best practices across the product lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in PPM software is a plus
• You are dedicated to elevating client and co-worker experiences, knowing that exceptional work centers on serving others
• You adapt swiftly to new business demands, understanding that change fuels collective and individual growth
• You excel in communication, effectively connecting in remote/hybrid environments using tools like Slack, Zoom, and G Suite and through occasional in-person events
• You have exceptional coaching, mentoring, and people development skills

Benefits

• Every Appfire employee is eligible for company equity
• 401(k) Matching Component
• Access to the Appfire University learning platform – a hub of knowledge, interactive resources, and engaging instructor-led courses designed to fuel your learning journey with unparalleled depth and accessibility
• Access to O’Reilly learning platform for technical skills training
• 10 paid holidays + Flexible PTO – no set number of days that you must take in a year
• 100% company-paid health insurance
• 50/50 split dental and vision insurance
• 24 hours of paid time off to participate in Appfire Town, Appfire’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Mobile phone and Internet stipend