Product Data Manager

Harnham; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing defense technology company based in Arlington, VA is hiring a Data Product Manager to lead the integration of government data systems into an AI-enabled platform. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience in government data systems, working with platforms like ADVANA or JUPITER, and strong skills in SQL and data architecture. This role requires clear communication with stakeholders and an understanding of complex data structures, offering a salary between $130,000 and $160,000 plus bonus and equity.

Qualifications

• 4+ years working with government data systems.
• Experience in data integration with platforms like ADVANA or JUPITER.
• Strong understanding of ETL processes and data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Own the roadmap for integrating government data systems.
• Work directly with government stakeholders to understand system use.
• Partner with engineering teams on data ingestion and transformation.

Skills

Strong understanding of data structures

Experience working with government data systems

SQL knowledge

Python knowledge

Job description

Arlington, VA (5 days onsite, flexibility as needed)

$130,000 – $160,000 base + bonus + equity

Harnham is partnered with a rapidly growing defense technology company building data-driven products used by teams across the U.S. national security ecosystem. Their platform enables organizations to better access, integrate, and act on complex government data.

They are hiring a Data Product Manager to lead the integration of government data systems into a secure, AI-enabled platform.

The Role

You will sit at the intersection of Product, Engineering, and Go-To-Market teams, acting as the subject matter expert on government data systems. This role focuses on understanding, mapping, and integrating data sources that are critical to customer workflows.

• Own the roadmap for integrating government data systems into the platform
• Develop a deep understanding of systems such as ADVANA, JUPITER, and similar
• Work directly with government stakeholders to understand how these systems are used
• Translate complex data structures into clear product requirements
• Partner with engineering teams on data ingestion, transformation, and integration
• Identify overlaps, gaps, and opportunities across multiple data sources

Your Background

• 4+ years working with government data systems
• Experience working with or integrating platforms such as ADVANA, JUPITER, or similar
• Strong understanding of data structures, ETL processes, and data architecture
• Comfortable working with SQL and Python at a functional level
• Experience working cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams
• Ability to communicate complex data concepts clearly

Nice to Have

• Experience in a startup or high-growth environment
• Exposure to defense acquisition or national security data
• Previous people management or leadership experience

What They Are Looking For

• Strong system literacy and understanding of how government data is structured and accessed
• Experience working with raw data rather than purely BI or dashboarding tools
• Ability to navigate the complexity and constraints of government environments
• Ability to obtain security clearance
• 25 percent travel to meet with customers and stakeholders

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape how critical government data is structured, accessed, and used in real-world decision making.

If this sounds like you, apply below or reach out directly for more information.