Sr. Technical Product Manager - Publisher Systems

$150,000 - $175,000/Yr

Skimlinks - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Connexity, a Taboola company, is a performance-marketing technology company that has been helping online retailers find new customers and drive sales for 25 years. As the leading independent source of new customers and sales for online retailers, Connexity manages the complexities of a wide range of customer acquisition channels on behalf of thousands of retailers, achieving proven success in the US, UK, EMEA, and APAC. The company connects over 60,000 publishers to 50,000 retailers globally, generating over $5 million in sales every day through its suite of products, including Skimlinks, ShopYourLikes, and Connexity. Following its merger with Taboola in 2021 and Skimlinks in 2020, Connexity has become the first and largest open-web source for Publishers and Creators to access eCommerce. In this role, the Senior Technical Product Manager will be responsible for leading the development and integration of Connexity's publisher systems. This position is critical for understanding the complexities of various systems and ensuring they operate seamlessly together to drive performance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in performance marketing affiliate networks and a deep understanding of technical product management. The Senior Technical Product Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and sales, to define product requirements and prioritize features, ensuring that all product solutions comply with industry standards and best practices. The role involves managing the product lifecycle from ideation to launch, conducting market research, gathering user feedback, and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels. The Senior Technical Product Manager will also maintain a high level of technical proficiency to lead complex projects and provide clear guidance to the engineering team, while documenting processes and training the Operations Team. This position interfaces with key customer clients to understand their business needs and evolve the Connexity Publisher offering, ensuring that all affected business units are informed of any significant updates.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and integration of publisher systems, ensuring seamless operation and high performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and sales, to define product requirements and prioritize features.
• Develop a deep understanding of our various systems and how they interact, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
• Manage the product lifecycle from ideation to launch, including creating detailed product roadmaps and timelines.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the performance marketing and affiliate networks space.
• Gather and analyze user feedback to inform product decisions and improve user experience.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing regular updates on product status and key metrics.
• Ensure that all product solutions comply with industry standards and best practices.
• Drive clarity and consistency in communication, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and informed.
• Demonstrate strong leadership by making decisive, well-informed decisions and managing stakeholder expectations effectively.
• Maintain a high level of technical proficiency to lead complex projects and provide clear guidance to the engineering team.
• Document processes for operating products and train the Operations Team.
• Interface with key customer clients to understand their business needs and evolve the Connexity Publisher offering.
• Assess the impact of changes on downstream systems and ensure all affected business units are informed of any significant updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical product management, preferably within the performance marketing or affiliate network industry.
• Strong technical background with experience in system integration and complex product ecosystems.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering successful products from concept to launch.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with agile methodologies and tools.
• Understanding of current trends and technologies in performance marketing, affiliate networks, and digital advertising.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Proven experience in gathering comprehensive requirements and securing stakeholder buy-in efficiently.

Nice-to-haves

• B2B2C experience: You have built products for businesses and end users.
• Affiliate marketing familiarity: understanding of core affiliate marketing concepts including CPC vs CPA models.
• Experience working with publisher systems or similar platforms.
• Background in software development and program management is preferred.
• Comfortable working closely with engineering teams and engineering management.
• Technical skills including utilizing advanced SQL queries, python scripting, and basic understanding of coding principles.

Benefits

• Flexible time off
• Paid holidays
• Competitive pay
• Team events
• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k Matching)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), LTD & STD
• Paid Leave Benefits (Maternity, Paternity & Medical)
• Learning & Development Program (educational tool)
• Flexible work schedules
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources
• Equity