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
Top Skills
What We Do
Utilidata is an AI-powered technology company that is working with NVIDIA to create the next generation of AI-embedded infrastructure, starting with the electric grid. Karman, our distributed AI platform, operates on our custom NVIDIA module, makes data available for accelerated computing at the edge, and trains AI models locally.
Karman is embedded in grid devices - starting with smart meters - to transform the way utility companies operate. 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 and dynamic, software-defined infrastructure. Karman provides real-time visibility and AI at the grid edge so utilities can better utilize customer energy resources, reduce power outages, and enable quicker storm recovery.
We are a mission-driven, collaborative, and adaptive team working to do what’s right, even when it’s hard. With backgrounds in electric engineering, power systems engineering, software engineering, data science, and energy policy, we bring a unique perspective on the solutions the energy industry needs.
We are committed to ensuring a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workplace where employees are provided mentorship and growth opportunities and are empowered to solve problems as part of a collaborative team.
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