Director of Product Management

At Axion Ray, we are revolutionizing the future of AI-driven solutions. Our team is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive innovation. As a rapidly growing tech startup, we’re looking for a Director of Product Management who will take ownership of the end-to-end lifecycle of our products, from strategy to execution, while managing and mentoring a team of dynamic Product Managers.

We are seeking an experienced Director of Product Management who will own the product vision, strategy, and execution for key product areas. You will be responsible for driving the success of your products while managing a small team of Product Managers. This is an opportunity to take full ownership of your product line, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Product Ownership: Oversee everything from product vision and strategy to execution and performance. Ensure that the product aligns with business goals and customer needs.

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a small team of Product Managers, providing coaching on product strategy, execution, and team collaboration. Foster a high-performance, results-oriented culture.

• Cross-functional Leadership: Collaborate with engineering, design, sales, and other stakeholders to ensure successful product launches and ongoing growth. Align all functions to meet business objectives and maximize the product’s impact.

• Customer-Centric Strategy: Stay close to customer needs and market trends, ensuring that your products solve real-world problems. Regularly engage with users and stakeholders to ensure product-market fit.

• Roadmap & Execution: Define and execute a strategic roadmap, prioritize product initiatives, and ensure timely delivery. Lead the product lifecycle from ideation to launch, working closely with teams to overcome obstacles and deliver on time.

• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Advocate for continuous product improvement and innovation, using customer feedback, market analysis, and data insights to iterate and evolve the product offering.

• Stakeholder Communication: Regularly communicate the product strategy, roadmap, and updates to executives, stakeholders, and team members, ensuring alignment and buy-in across the organization.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in product management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role managing a team of Product Managers.

• Proven track record of owning the full product lifecycle, from strategy to execution.

• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring a team of Product Managers.

• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Solid understanding of agile methodologies and best practices in product development.

• Analytical mindset with experience using data and KPIs to drive decisions and measure product success.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, managing competing priorities and driving cross-functional alignment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree is a plus).

• Bonus: Experience with AI technologies and Large Language Models (LLMs) is highly preferred.

Why Axion Ray?

• Innovative Environment: Join a cutting-edge tech company at the forefront of AI technology.

• Ownership & Growth: Own the strategic direction and success of key product areas, with the opportunity to scale your impact as the company grows.

• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about technology and innovation.

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Attractive salary, equity, health insurance, 401k, and more.

• Flexible Work Environment: Hybrid work model with flexible scheduling.

How to Apply: If you're ready to take ownership of key products and lead a talented team to success, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re excited about this opportunity.