Staff Product Manager, Monetization

Grindr; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision full premium coverage

401(k) with 6% match

Flexible vacation policy

Monthly stipends for wellness and commuting

Job summary

Grindr is seeking a Staff Product Manager for Monetization who will shape the platform's growth, driving revenue through innovative strategies. This hybrid role, based in either Los Angeles or San Francisco, requires in-person attendance on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Ideal candidates will have over 7 years in product management, especially in consumer subscriptions. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, and generous time off policies, making it a rewarding environment to enhance user experiences and impact.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience as a product manager in a subscription-based business.
• Solid understanding of subscription revenue generation dynamics.
• Track record for leading monetization initiatives from ideation to launch.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product roadmap for monetization strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams to prioritize features and ensure successful delivery.
• Design and implement A/B tests to optimize user experiences.

Skills

Product management

Cross-functional collaboration

Monetization strategies

A/B testing

Analytical mindset

Leadership skills

User research

Job description

About The Team

Grindr is an AI-native platform powering how millions of gay people connect globally. With 15M+ monthly users, 130B+ annual messages, and a team of fewer than 200, we move fast, stay lean, and tackle technical problems at a scale few companies ever see.

Role Description

Joining Grindr as a Staff Product Manager for Monetization presents a pivotal opportunity to shape and elevate our leading GBTQ+ social networking platform. Your role will be central to driving revenue growth by crafting insightful product strategies, orchestrating cross-functional collaboration, and enriching user experiences through innovative monetization features and optimizations. With millions of users relying on our platform, your contributions will directly impact and empower our community. This role offers an exhilarating opportunity to drive innovation while making a positive impact within both the GBTQ+ community and our business endeavors.

At Grindr, we operate in Grindr Mode. Moderately hardcore day to day, truly hardcore when it counts. It’s about doing great work without burning out. Outcomes over outputs. Smart, driven people who raise your bar with room to live full lives.

This is a hybrid role based in our LA or SF office and will require you to be in person Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Role Requirements

• Define and execute the product roadmap to drive monetization strategies that align with the company's strategic goals and user needs.
• Collaborate and lead cross‑functional teams to prioritize features, establish project timelines, and ensure successful product delivery.
• Design, implement, and measure multivariate A/B tests to show incremental impact across new features and optimize current features.
• Monitor key product metrics and iterate on features to optimize user experiences, specifically focusing on enhancing the purchase funnel for improved conversion rates and revenue generation.
• Communicate and present to effectively collaborate and align with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders towards monetization goals.

You May Thrive In This Role If You

• Have 7+ years’ experience as a product manager, preferably in a consumer‑facing subscription‑based business.
• Possess a solid understanding of the dynamics of subscription revenue generation, acquisition, conversion, and retention models.
• Have a proven track record for leading monetization initiatives from ideation to launch.
• Have the ability to identify challenges and creatively find solutions that align with business objectives and user needs.
• Have experience with A/B testing, user research, and other methodologies to optimize monetization strategies.
• Have an analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret data to inform decisions, understand user behavior, and measure revenue opportunities/impact.
• Have excellent leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Have a strong understanding of product management methodologies, including market research, ideation, user testing, and agile development.

Benefits And Perks

• Health, Dental & Vision full premium coverage for you; partial coverage for dependents.
• Family Formation up to $300,000 in fertility and family‑building support, covering IVF, surrogacy, egg freezing, and adoption.
• Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match and immediate vesting.
• Compensation: Industry‑competitive compensation, company bonus, and equity for every employee.
• Gender‑affirming care: Industry‑leading gender‑affirming offerings with up to 90% cost coverage, access to Included Health, monthly stipends for HRT, and more.
• Time off & rest: Flexible vacation policy and two company‑wide rest weeks per year.
• Other benefits: Monthly stipends for cell phone, internet, wellness, food, and commuting; breakfast and lunch provided.

Equal‑Opportunity Employer

Grindr is an equal‑opportunity employer.