Platforms - Director of Product Management

$180,000 - $400,000/Yr

AlixPartners - Silicon Valley, CA

Full-time - Director

Hybrid - Silicon Valley, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone. AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person (at client site or AlixPartners office) and remote working. Travel is part of this position, but the frequency may vary based on client, team, and individual circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Drive Product Discovery: Conduct customer research, market analysis, and prototype testing to identify and validate innovative product opportunities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Decision-Making Ownership: Leverage data-driven insights to evaluate ideas and make informed go/no-go recommendations, balancing technical feasibility and business value.
• Commercial Focus and Market Insight: Continuously assess market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics to identify opportunities and guide product strategy toward business outcomes, e.g. revenue growth and market differentiation.
• Strategic Roadmap Planning: Define and prioritize features based on impact, feasibility, and user needs. Maintain a clear, actionable roadmap aligned with organizational goals and timelines.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, business product owners, legal and compliance, and business leaders to ensure alignment on product objectives and feasibility throughout the development lifecycle.
• Leadership and Innovation: Provide guidance to product squads, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exploring emerging technologies like AI/ML to maintain a competitive edge.
• End-to-End Product Delivery: Oversee the entire product development process, including sprint planning, backlog management, and release coordination, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.
• Performance Optimization: Define and track key performance metrics. Analyze data and user feedback to optimize product performance and drive iterative improvements.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in technical product management or a related role, with a successful track record of delivering complex technical solutions to market.
• Strong technical background, with knowledge of software development methodologies, web technologies, AI, and cloud platforms.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving business outcomes and customer value.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
• Analytical mindset, with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques. Experience with product analytics and user research is a plus.
• Project management skills, including experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Proven leadership skills, including inspiring and motivating cross-functional product squads towards a common goal.
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a passion for learning and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related science field preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K
• Tuition reimbursement
• Identity theft protection
• Mental wellness support
• Generous paid leave policy including vacation/personal time starting at 7.34 hours per pay period
• Sick time up to 80 hours annually
• Parental leave
• Twelve holidays