Platform Product Director

Hadron Insurance; United States; On-site; USD 215,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Product Director for their innovative Collider platform, transforming the insurance industry through cutting-edge technology. In this high-impact role, you'll lead the strategic vision and development roadmap, ensuring that the platform meets the evolving needs of the market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to harness data and enhance risk management capabilities, while fostering partnerships that drive sustainable growth. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment focused on redefining the insurance landscape.

Benefits

401(K) Retirement Plan with 4% Match

Flexible Time Off Policy

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software product management and insurance roles.
• Experience with AI/ML for risk assessment and predictive analytics.
• Strong background in data platforms and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the product vision for the Collider platform.
• Lead strategic assessment of build vs. buy decisions.
• Drive cross-functional alignment on platform priorities.

Skills

Software Product Management

Agile Development

Data Analytics

Machine Learning

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

User-Centered Design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

ETL Tools

Business Intelligence Tools

API Development

Job description

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Hadron Specialty Insurance Group is a global Property and Casualty Insurance organization specializing in MGA/MGU delegated authority business. Leveraging new technology and risk expertise to bring a new, modern specialty carrier to underwriting partners and their customers across international markets, Hadron is set to revolutionize the insurance industry through our proprietary "Collider" platform.

Hadron Specialty Insurance (A-/VIII A.M. Best-rated surplus lines carrier domiciled in Arkansas and eligibility countrywide) provides capacity to enable specialty underwriters and risk capital partners to thrive in a data-centric and niche risk marketplace. As a modern, technology-enabled hybrid insurance carrier, we combine underwriting expertise with operational agility to deliver tailored insurance programs. Hadron partners with MGAs, captives, and other intermediaries to develop niche insurance products that meet the evolving needs of businesses across various industries. Our commitment to transparency and data to build sustainable, profitable programs for our partners is at the core of our business.

Role Overview

Hadron is seeking an insurance technology leader to join our team as Product Director of the Collider Platform. This high visibility role will own the strategic vision, development roadmap, and successful implementation of Hadron's Collider platform - our proprietary global technology infrastructure that transforms how program business and risk management operate across Hadron's international operations. The Collider platform represents Hadron's commitment to redefining the modern hybrid carrier landscape through operational excellence and underwriting integrity at a global scale.

As Product Director, you will lead the evolution of this strategic initiative through its key phases: data ingestion and integration, and advanced risk management analytics. You will be responsible for translating business requirements into product features that bring unprecedented levels of credibility and transparency to the hybrid carrier space. Working with cross-functional teams including technology, underwriting, and analytics, you will drive the platform's ability to harness the power of data while fostering enduring partnerships and sustainable growth.

Division: Operations

Core Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the product vision for the Collider platform across all phases of development
• Develop and maintain the product roadmap aligned with Hadron's strategic goals and market demands
• Lead strategic assessment of build vs. buy decisions for all major platform capabilities
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and LLM technologies to enhance platform capabilities
• Establish product metrics and KPIs that measure the platform's impact on global business outcomes
• Drive the platform's ability to deliver on speed to decision/insight for portfolio improvements across international markets
• Ensure the platform design accommodates different regulatory frameworks and jurisdictions
• Champion user-centered design principles across all platform capabilities
• Establish UX metrics and feedback mechanisms for both internal users and partner interfaces

Platform Capabilities Development

• Lead the development of capabilities that enable real-time program oversight, new business risk assessment, and proactive portfolio management
• Translate the vision for data granularity and fidelity across databases into actionable product features
• Work with actuarial and underwriting leaders to prioritize features related to risk selection, pricing, forms, aggregation, claims, and portfolio optimization
• Define requirements for data ingestion systems that transform disparate program submission data into consistent formats
• Design and implement features leveraging machine learning for risk assessment and portfolio optimization
• Oversee the evaluation, selection, and integration of third-party vendor solutions
• Oversee the creation of partner-specific reports and dashboards that build transparency and trust

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead a product management team focused on the Collider platform
• Partner closely with the Principal Systems Architect and PMO to align product vision with technical architecture
• Work strategically with actuarial, underwriting, and data leaders to ensure the platform meets their functional requirements
• Lead vendor evaluation, selection, and proof-of-concept processes for third-party solutions
• Oversee integration strategy for selected vendor systems and manage ongoing vendor relationships
• Drive cross-functional alignment on platform priorities and development roadmap
• Collaborate with underwriting teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Work with data science teams to develop and implement advanced risk modeling capabilities
• Engage with program partners to gather feedback and ensure the platform meets their needs

Market Differentiation

• Position the Collider platform as a key differentiator for Hadron in the hybrid carrier space
• Develop features that combine the efficiency of a DUAE Analytics Platform with disciplined traditional carrier underwriting
• Lead initiatives to address chronic industry issues around data quality and speed to decision
• Drive innovation in program management tools that align with Hadron's role as a transforming intermediary

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Actuarial Science, or related fields
• 10+ years combined experience in software product management and insurance industry roles
• Strong background in software product management methodologies, agile development, and product lifecycle management
• Experience bringing enterprise SaaS or data platform products from concept to market
• Deep understanding of global P&C insurance operations, particularly program business and MGA relationships
• Experience with data platforms, analytics, and insurance underwriting systems
• AI/ML experience implementing machine learning models for risk assessment, anomaly detection, or predictive analytics
• Understanding of NLP and AI applications for policy/claims document processing

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of software product management principles, including user story development and backlog prioritization
• Experience with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban)
• Understanding of data architecture and global cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
• Familiarity with data warehousing, ETL processes, and business intelligence tools
• Knowledge of insurance analytics platforms and CAT modeling systems
• Experience with API development, modern integration approaches, and microservices architecture
• Understanding of AI and LLM technologies and their applications in insurance
• Familiarity with vendor evaluation methodologies and integration approaches
• Experience managing proof-of-concept processes and vendor selection
• Understanding of data governance, security, and international regulatory requirements
• Experience with product analytics and metrics-driven product development

Leadership Skills

• Strategic thinking with ability to translate vision into executable roadmaps
• Strong communication skills with ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Excellent stakeholder management across technical and business functions
• Team leadership experience with proven ability to build high-performing teams
• Decision-making capabilities balanced with collaborative approach

Bonus Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Business, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field
• Insurance industry certifications (CPCU, ARM, etc.)
• Experience with AI/ML product development or implementing LLM solutions
• Experience with insurtech or innovation roles at established global carriers
• Background in actuarial systems or statistical modeling
• Experience managing products across multiple international markets
• Knowledge of insurance regulatory reporting requirements across different jurisdictions
• Experience with international product teams and managing across time zones
• Ability to work remote as a member of a fast-paced, international workforce
• 401(K) retirement plan with 4% match by Company
• Individualized long-term incentive plan for every full-time employee
• Flexible Time Off Policy

The ideal candidate will combine software product management expertise with global insurance domain knowledge to evolve the Collider platform into Hadron's next-generation insurance technology ecosystem. They will bring experience from both the software and insurance industries, with a proven track record of delivering enterprise-grade products. They will be passionate about using technology to transform insurance operations worldwide and comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where they can make a significant impact on Hadron's global business and the broader insurance industry.

Hadron Insurance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management

• Industries

  Insurance and Insurance Carriers

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