Offer summary

Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in product management, with 5+ years in a leadership role., Proven success managing and scaling product teams in a high-growth environment., Deep understanding of product development lifecycle and agile methodologies., Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills..

Key responsabilities:

Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business goals.

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of product managers to achieve their full potential.

Collaborate closely with the VP, Engineering to ensure the development process is streamlined and efficient.

Establish and track key product performance metrics, ensuring alignment with company objectives.

Job description

Utilidata is a fast-growing energy technology company using distributed artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate the clean energy transition and better serve utility customers. As the electric grid becomes more complex with the rapid increase of electric vehicles, distributed solar, batteries, heat pumps and extreme weather, utilities need real-time visibility of grid conditions. Utilidata’s distributed AI platform, powered by our custom NVIDIA module, is transforming the way utility companies operate with real-time visibility at the grid edge to better utilize customer energy resources, reduce power outages, and enable quicker storm recovery.

Utilidata is seeking talented and experienced VP, Product to lead the product function, managing a team of product managers to drive the vision, strategy, and execution of the company's product offerings. In collaboration with R&D senior leaders, this role ensures an efficient development process, timely delivery of high-quality products, and alignment with customer needs and business objectives. We are looking for candidates who are collaborative, adaptive and mission-driven. This is a remote position based in the United States. Candidates will be expected to collaborate cross-functionally with remote teams based across the country.

Responsibilities

Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business goals
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of product managers to achieve their full potential
Collaborate closely with the VP, Engineering to ensure the development process is streamlined and efficient
Partner with cross-functional teams, including policy & market development teams: solutions, partnerships, communications, and customer success, to gather feedback and prioritize product initiatives
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of customer needs, market trends, and competitive dynamics to inform product strategy
Establish and track key product performance metrics, ensuring alignment with company objectives
Represent the product team in executive discussions, contributing to strategic business planning and decision-making
Comfortable presenting the product roadmap and vision to our customers, stakeholders, and internal company meetings

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of experience in product management, with 5+ years in a leadership role
Proven success managing and scaling product teams in a high-growth environment
Strong track record of delivering platform products that build and drive the market
Deep understanding of product development lifecycle and agile methodologies
Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
Data-driven decision-maker with strong analytical skills
Experience working closely with engineering teams to ensure product delivery on time and within scope
Willingness to travel up to 25% of time

Enhanced Qualifications (Nice to Have)

Experience with IoT and/or remote hardware with embedded software
MBA or equivalent advanced degree
Experience navigating complex regulatory or compliance requirements in product development

Salary Range: $200,000 to $245,000 depending on experience

Location: This position can be performed remotely from anywhere in the United States.

Our Commitments:
Utilidata values the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or childbirth, sexual orientation, genetics, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

We are committed to:

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming, supportive, affirming and respectful
Empowering employees to solve problems and work together to make a difference
Providing mentorship and growth opportunities as part of a collaborative team
A flexible work environment with flexible paid time off
Competitive compensation and benefits, including health, dental, vision, and employer-match 401k

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