Vice President, Product

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Relocation to Austin

Exposure to AI/ML tech

Cross-functional collaboration

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Vice President, Product to lead a technology-driven team at the intersection of hardware, software, AI, and IoT. This remote role defines the product vision and steers strategy across ML, edge computing, and public-sector impact, partnering with engineering, sales, marketing, and operations to drive growth. Location: Remote (US).

Compensation: $180,000–$220,000 annually. The ideal candidate has 12+ years of product leadership, hardware experience with cameras/IoT/robotics,

Qualifications

• 12+ years of product leadership in complex technology environments.
• Expertise in hardware development for cameras, IoT, and robotics.
• Proven NPI experience from R&D to global deployment.
• Experience commercializing ML/AI within integrated ecosystems.
• Strong business acumen with focus on margins and revenue growth.
• Executive presence with data-driven leadership.
• Ability to attract and develop top product management talent in competitive markets.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Drive product vision and strategy, integrating hardware and software with AI/ML capabilities.
• Manage the entire product lifecycle from conceptualization to end-of-life.
• Scale the product organization, balancing technical execution with strategic leadership.
• Utilize data analytics to guide product direction and manage P&L.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations on go-to-market strategies.
• Build consensus across engineering and commercial teams with a collaborative approach.
• Gather market intelligence to anticipate trends in edge computing and IoT.

Skills

Product leadership

Hardware product development

AI/ML commercialization

P&L management

Data-driven leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive presence

Talent development

Education

Advanced degree in Engineering/CS/Business

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Product to join the team of a leader in the Transportation space.

This executive will define and scale the product vision for a technology-driven organization operating at the intersection of hardware, software, and public-sector impact. The role will lead product strategy across AI, machine learning, IoT, and edge-computing solutions, with direct influence on business growth, product margins, and organizational expansion. This leader will partner closely with engineering, sales, marketing, and operations to drive commercialization, go-to-market alignment, and successful product lifecycle execution.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $180,000 – $220,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Drive product vision and strategy, integrating hardware and software with AI/ML capabilities
• Manage the entire product lifecycle from conceptualization to end-of-life
• Scale the product organization, balancing technical execution with strategic leadership
• Utilize data analytics to guide product direction and manage P&L
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations on go-to-market strategies
• Build consensus across engineering and commercial teams with a collaborative approach
• Gather market intelligence to anticipate trends in edge computing and IoT

Qualifications

• 12+ years of product leadership experience in complex technology environments
• Expertise in hardware product development, particularly in cameras, IoT, and robotics
• Proven track record in New Product Introduction (NPI) from R&D to global deployment
• Experience commercializing Machine Learning and AI within integrated ecosystems
• Strong business acumen with a focus on product margins and revenue growth
• Executive presence with data-driven leadership and collaborative influence
• Ability to attract and develop top product management talent in competitive markets
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility with relocation to Austin required within 6-8 months
• Opportunity to lead innovative technology in the public sector
• Engagement with cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
• Potential for significant impact on product strategy and organizational growth

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.