Remote Senior Technical Product Manager

Summary

Join PrizePicks, the leading DFS platform, as a Senior Technical Product Manager and be an integral part of our Platform Product Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in end-to-end project management with a product mindset, utilizing modern engineering methodologies and tools.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience with end-to-end project management with a product mindset, utilizing modern engineering methodologies and tools
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives
• Able to drive the design and implementation of scalable, reliable, and secure platform architecture
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of backend services, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and data management
• Capable of evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies and tools to support platform growth and performance with technical teams
• Collaborate with cloud architects and infrastructure engineers to optimize resource utilization and cost-efficiency
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (GCP) and infrastructure components
• Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD, automation, and monitoring
• Security and Compliance: Experience with implementing security measures and ensuring compliance with regulations
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data insights to inform product decisions and optimize platform performance
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the strategic vision and roadmap for core shared services and infrastructure
• Align platform initiatives with the overall company goals and product strategy
• Drive innovation in platform technologies, ensuring scalability and reliability
• Oversee the development and maintenance of essential backend services, APIs, and infrastructure
• End-to-end project management with a product mindset, utilizing modern engineering methodologies and tools
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product teams, engineering, design, data, and marketing to ensure platform services meet their needs across multiple game types
• Facilitate clear communication and alignment on priorities and timelines across teams
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the platform's high availability, reliability, and performance
• Implement and oversee rigorous testing and quality assurance processes
• Security and Compliance: Develop and enforce security policies and practices to protect data and systems
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders. Build a team of your own as needed
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation within the team
• Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage the platform budget, optimizing resource allocation to meet strategic goals
• Metrics and Reporting: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of platform services
• Provide regular updates to senior management on the status of platform projects and initiatives
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve platform processes, tools, and practices
• Establish mechanisms for gathering feedback from internal and external users to drive improvements

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Long-term incentives and bi-annual bonus
• Uncapped PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2-week MINIMUM required!)
• Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits
• Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
• Company-wide in-person events and team outings
• Lifestyle enhancement program
• Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
• Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development