Content Metadata PM II — Knowledge Graph & Taxonomy

Thenewyorktimes; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The New York Times is seeking a Technical Product Manager II to lead strategy and development for content metadata, attribution, taxonomy, and a knowledge graph. Based in New York City, you will align editorial needs with AI platforms, partnerships, and multiple brands while guiding a team of engineers.

You will own the roadmap, work with cross-functional teams, and ensure metadata supports next-generation platforms and journalistic integrity.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in technical product management, metadata architecture, digital asset management/content management systems, or enterprise information systems.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing complex software products.
• Experience communicating complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences.
• 3+ years of experience working with engineering teams.
• Understanding of SQL and an intuitive grasp of relational database architecture. Must be comfortable diving into database schemas to audit and understand data structure.
• A proven track record of entering ambiguous cross-functional spaces, conducting independent research, interviewing diverse stakeholders, and defining technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the product strategy and roadmap for content metadata and taxonomy, including foundational work towards the development of a knowledge graph.
• Partner with operations, legal, and cross-functional teams to map archival data structures, systematically identifying and addressing metadata gaps to improve the depth of our content catalog.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, editorial/taxonomy teams, and the AI Platforms & Products mission to gather requirements and prioritize features.
• Communicate product vision, strategy, and progress to partners and stakeholders.
• Lead the product development lifecycle from conception to launch, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

Skills

Technical product management

Metadata architecture

Digital asset management

Enterprise information systems

SQL

Stakeholder interviewing

Education

Degree in CS/Data Science/Library/Info Science

Tools

Knowledge graphs

Semantic web

Agile

Job description

The New York Times is seeking a Technical Product Manager II to lead strategy and development for content metadata, attribution, taxonomy, and a knowledge graph. Based in New York City, you will align editorial needs with AI platforms, partnerships, and multiple brands while guiding a team of engineers.

You will own the roadmap, work with cross-functional teams, and ensure metadata supports next-generation platforms and journalistic integrity.