Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation - Seattle, WA
posted 3 months ago
As a Senior Technical Product Manager at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between research and software strategy, translating complex ideas into actionable technical solutions. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of research areas, models, tools, and platforms that are essential for enabling quantitative decision-making in the fight against infectious diseases. You will collaborate closely with research scientists, software engineers, and various partners, including universities and NGOs, to define and prioritize the technical roadmap that aligns with our mission of eradicating diseases and improving global health outcomes. In this role, you will be responsible for developing product strategies and roadmaps that reflect the goals and technical requirements of our research initiatives. You will work to distill product goals into clear specifications and execution plans, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned and informed throughout the product development lifecycle. Your ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to evolving project needs will be crucial as you track progress across multiple products, ensuring visibility and oversight while making necessary adjustments to project scope and resources. Your technical expertise will enable you to communicate complex concepts effectively to a diverse audience, fostering collaboration and consensus among cross-functional teams. You will lead discussions that drive decision-making and ensure that our product offerings meet the needs of researchers and partners alike. This position requires a passion for our mission, a commitment to driving impactful solutions, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment.