Introduction to Workwarp and the Role
Imagine being part of a team that is revolutionizing the way data is utilized to drive business decisions and innovation. At Workwarp, we are committed to maximizing the value of data throughout our organization by improving the productivity and innovation of our engineers, data scientists, machine learning practitioners, and business users. Our Data Platform exists to provide highly performant, secure, compliant, and flexible data infrastructure that supports the expanding needs of our business. We are now seeking a highly experienced and skilled Principal Product Manager, Data Platform - Analytics to join our team and help drive the next evolution of our analytics platform.
About the Opportunity
We are looking for a principal technical product manager to simplify and accelerate the data experience at Workwarp and offer best-in-class experiences to our software engineers, data engineers, analytics engineers, data scientists, machine learning practitioners, and business users. As a Principal Product Manager, you will lead the vision and strategy for our Data & ML orchestration platform, Lakehouse, and Compute engines leveraged by technical and non-technical talent at Workwarp for business-critical work. Your focus will be on the end-to-end experience for our users who need to leverage our analytics platform to accomplish their work.
Key Responsibilities
- Deeply understand customer needs, product analytics, and industry innovation to drive the product vision and strategy, maximizing business and customer impact.
- Partner closely with senior management and engineering teams to define and align with stakeholders on vision, strategy, and roadmaps.
- Develop product roadmaps in partnership with relevant product and engineering teams that execute product vision and strategy and inform our engineering teams of what problems need to be solved.
- Foster a metrics-driven environment that encourages quality experimentation and sets high standards for measuring product success.
- Stay informed about industry advancements, influence their direction, and conduct comprehensive buy vs. build analysis to align with state-of-the-art solutions, encouraging ROI-based decisions.
- Foster a collaborative environment with Workwarp engineers, creating continuous feedback loops to ensure we solve the right problems and drive maximum impact for Workwarp.
- Exhibit robust problem-solving and decision-making skills, tackling technical and strategic challenges in innovative ways and leveraging data and intuition to make strategic choices in the face of ambiguity and complexity.
- Ensure thoughtful product evolution that addresses product lifecycle and adoption experience.
- Help evolve our customer engagement model, communication strategy, prioritization, and planning/road-mapping practices.
Essential Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- 8+ years of experience as a Technical Product Manager with at least 3+ years of domain experience in data analytics platforms or ML platforms.
- Proven track record of managing and evolving a product portfolio and/or driving product vision and strategy.
- A healthy blend of technical depth and deep domain expertise with a customer-focused mindset.
- Demonstrated passion and experience in one or more of the following technologies: Compute engines (Spark, Trino), Orchestration (Airflow and similar), and Lakehouse (Iceberg, S3).
- Strategic thinker who can connect customer use cases to technology solutions and think holistically about the end-to-end experience.
- Ability to manage a portfolio of bigger and smaller bets while balancing short-term goals and long-term vision.
- Comfortable applying a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods to define success.
- Leverages product intuition and judgment to solve problems and make decisions without perfect information.
- Insatiable curiosity to learn new domains, keep up with industry innovation, and constantly ask ‘why’.
- Excellent communication skills; timely communication with clear expectations.
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications are preferred:
- Experience working with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and business stakeholders.
- Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance principles.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control systems such as Git.
- Experience with data visualization tools and techniques.
- Strong understanding of cloud-based technologies and architectures.
Skills and Competencies
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and competencies:
- Technical expertise: Deep understanding of data analytics platforms, ML platforms, and related technologies.
- Product management skills: Ability to develop and execute product vision and strategy, manage product roadmaps, and prioritize features.
- Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaboration skills: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and business stakeholders.
- Problem-solving skills: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop creative solutions.
- Leadership skills: Ability to lead and influence others, with a strong track record of driving product vision and strategy.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Workwarp, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Principal Product Manager, you will have the opportunity to:
- Develop and execute product vision and strategy, with a focus on driving business impact and customer satisfaction.
- Work with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and business stakeholders, to develop and launch new products and features.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, with opportunities for professional development and training.
- Collaborate with other product managers and leaders to share knowledge and best practices.
- Develop and mentor junior product managers, with opportunities for leadership and career advancement.
Work Environment and Company Culture
At Workwarp, we are committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment that supports the growth and development of our employees. Our company culture is built on the following values:
- Innovation: We encourage experimentation, creativity, and innovation in all aspects of our work.
- Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive business results and customer satisfaction.
- Customer focus: We are committed to delivering high-quality products and services that meet the needs of our customers.
- Diversity and inclusion: We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and are committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment for all employees.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Annual salary: $340,000 - $975,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Stock options: Opportunity to participate in our stock option program, with the ability to choose how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options.
- Comprehensive benefits: Health plans, mental health support, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, disability programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family-forming benefits, and life and serious injury benefits.
- Paid time off: Generous paid time off policy, with 35 days annually for full-time hourly employees and flexible time off for full-time salaried employees.
Conclusion
If you are a motivated and experienced product manager with a passion for data analytics and machine learning, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Principal Product Manager at Workwarp, you will have the chance to drive the next evolution of our analytics platform and make a significant impact on the future of our company. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join our team and take your career to the next level. Apply now!
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