VP, Product

Utilidata; United States; Remote; USD 200,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Utilidata, a fast-growing energy technology company, is seeking a VP, Product to lead the product function. This remote role focuses on defining product vision and strategy, managing product managers, and ensuring alignment with business objectives in a rapidly evolving energy sector.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation and benefits

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Flexible paid time off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product management.
• 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong track record of delivering platform products.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive product vision, strategy, and roadmap.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of product managers.
• Collaborate closely with engineering to ensure product delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Data-driven decision-making

Analytical skills

Education

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Utilidata is a fast-growing energy technology company using distributed artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate the clean energy transition and better serve utility customers. As the electric grid becomes more complex with the rapid increase of electric vehicles, distributed solar, batteries, heat pumps and extreme weather, utilities need real-time visibility of grid conditions. Utilidata’s distributed AI platform, powered by our custom NVIDIA module, is transforming the way utility companies operate with real-time visibility at the grid edge to better utilize customer energy resources, reduce power outages, and enable quicker storm recovery.

Utilidata is seeking talented and experienced VP, Product to lead the product function, managing a team of product managers to drive the vision, strategy, and execution of the company's product offerings. In collaboration with R&D senior leaders, this role ensures an efficient development process, timely delivery of high-quality products, and alignment with customer needs and business objectives. We are looking for candidates who are collaborative, adaptive and mission-driven. This is a remote position based in the United States. Candidates will be expected to collaborate cross-functionally with remote teams based across the country.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business goals
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of product managers to achieve their full potential
• Collaborate closely with the VP, Engineering to ensure the development process is streamlined and efficient
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including policy & market development teams: solutions, partnerships, communications, and customer success, to gather feedback and prioritize product initiatives
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of customer needs, market trends, and competitive dynamics to inform product strategy
• Establish and track key product performance metrics, ensuring alignment with company objectives
• Represent the product team in executive discussions, contributing to strategic business planning and decision-making
• Comfortable presenting the product roadmap and vision to our customers, stakeholders, and internal company meetings

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product management, with 5+ years in a leadership role
• Proven success managing and scaling product teams in a high-growth environment
• Strong track record of delivering platform products that build and drive the market
• Deep understanding of product development lifecycle and agile methodologies
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
• Data-driven decision-maker with strong analytical skills
• Experience working closely with engineering teams to ensure product delivery on time and within scope
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of time

Enhanced Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Experience with IoT and/or remote hardware with embedded software
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Experience navigating complex regulatory or compliance requirements in product development

Salary Range: $200,000 to $245,000 depending on experience

Location: This position can be performed remotely from anywhere in the United States.

Our Commitments:
Utilidata values the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or childbirth, sexual orientation, genetics, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

We are committed to:

• Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming, supportive, affirming and respectful
• Empowering employees to solve problems and work together to make a difference
• Providing mentorship and growth opportunities as part of a collaborative team
• A flexible work environment with flexible paid time off
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including health, dental, vision, and employer-match 401k

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