Principal Product Manager, Combat Sports

FloSports has led the way in establishing a world-class digital streaming experience for millions of fans, families, and athletes of underserved sports. Imagine creating a digital platform that unites the casual fan with the most dedicated spectator, both experiencing thrilling live events from around the world with interactive features, real time analytics, powerful broadcast technology, and more. Combine that with our unique original sports content ranging from breaking news and expert commentary to feature films, documentaries, and multi-episodic series. That’s what FloSports is all about. We have successfully revolutionized the global sports media industry- the result of creating a diverse team of technologists and die-hard wrestlers, creators and devoted cheerleading experts, designers and hockey enthusiasts, communicators and motorsport fanatics, producers and casual sports fans… united by a shared passion to delight the underrepresented communities we serve. We are creating the essential destination for our sports and we’re looking for people like you to help us!

We are looking for people who love what they do and who are exceptional at their craft to join a great team during a very exciting time. Product & Engineering are at the center of the next wave of growth for FloSports, and we have some meaty problems to solve.

THE TEAM:

The Combat Squad is on a mission to unify several wrestling properties, creating a singular hub for wrestling fans worldwide. Our goal is to establish a central destination for both jiu-jitsu and wrestling fans, coaches, event organizers, and athletes. The squad is structured with a dedicated B2B product manager, a B2C product manager (this role), and a stable of teammates to develop the products. This structure is designed to foster alignment and create a fully self-sufficient group to execute the combat product strategy effectively.

THE ROLE:

As the Principal Product Manager of Combat Sports, you will be a pivotal force in shaping the future of FloSports. Our Wrestling and Grappling customers rely on us for access to the most comprehensive live events and sports data on earth. In this role, you will drive and coach the redesign of the FloWrestling mobile and web experiences. The challenge is to entirely reimagine the Combat experience, integrating live and on-demand content, data-rich brackets, results, and rankings into a unified, accessible platform compatible with any device. Leveraging your consumer-facing product leadership and strategic insight, you are the driving force behind the vision for the evolution of the sports of Wrestling and Grappling.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a comprehensive strategic vision and roadmap for the sports of Wrestling and Grappling

• Execute on your strategy and coach others to deliver a next generation experience combat fans crave

• Champion the product discovery process and orchestrate the execution of a complete redesign of flowrestling.com

• Lead the consolidation of owned and acquired properties in the sport of Wrestling to a single, essential destination for the sport

• Partner closely with the PM of B2B Combat products to drive your strategy from B2B Sports Management Platform to B2C Subscription business

• Drive your Product strategy for combat sports to gain alignment with internal stakeholders and external partners

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Content, Marketing, and Rights partners at both strategic and executional levels to deliver products that are aligned across the company while delivering a customer-centric offering

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be in Austin, on site 4 days a week. Remote is not an option.

• Passion for combat sports and a deep understanding of the nuances of sports like Wrestling and Grappling

• 8+ years of experience in Product Management

• You have strong experience with SAFe agile or another similar methodology

• You are a strategic and visionary product manager, known for driving product strategy across multiple large initiatives

• Clear track record of 0-to-1 product launches, including a redesign of large, complex products with a high bar for quality

• Proven track record of successfully delivering consumer-facing products and features, with a focus on user experience and engagement

• Strong background in design thinking, customer segmentation, and known for coaching others on product discovery techniques

• Ability to draw upon extensive pattern recognition, and guide others in recognizing great and poor UX patterns to provide holistic and elegant customer experiences

• Experience building products that span across platforms, including web and native app

• You have a working knowledge of data platforms, and can demonstrate systems thinking to navigate the challenges of B2B2C architectures

• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage qualitative and quantitative data, and coach PMs on refining their analysis and decision-making

• You are a creative problem solver that thrives in complexity, consistently identifying risks and helping others de-risk effectively

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex product tradeoffs clearly to C-suite stakeholders and cross-functional peers

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

At FloSports, we are bonded by our passion for sports and our purpose to unite communities around experiences that finally give underserved sports the love they deserve. We recognize the need to build a company that seeks out, embraces, and celebrates our individual differences, ideas, and talent. FloSports is committed to the pursuit of a fair, equal and inclusive workplace where everyone is given the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential.

OUR BENEFITS:

• Recognized three years in a row as a Top Workplace by the Austin-American Statesman

• Flexibility at work – you can take control of your professional and personal schedule

• All-hands events hosted twice a year in beautiful Austin, Texas

• Annual equity awards for all top performers

• Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

• Peace of mind through company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance

• Generous 401(K) company match vested immediately

• Progressive parental leave policies

• Unlimited paid time off

• Hack-a-thons and a full calendar of team-building and social events

• Free laundry service for all positions that require travel

• Company donation to youth teams and leagues that our employees coach

• Stocked snack bar, catered lunch, and breakfast tacos every week