Principal, Product Manager ( L5)

Role overview Explore and validate ambitious product opportunities that could shape enterprise technology over a three-to-five-year horizon and beyond. You will investigate emerging technologies and changing user needs, then work with research, engineering, design, and go-to-market partners to turn promising ideas into prototypes and evidence-backed strategic proposals. The work calls for strong judgment in uncertain settings, from early discovery through experimentation and executive communication.

Responsibilities - Assess technology and industry trends to identify potential business opportunities. - Define product concepts that connect user needs, technical feasibility, and business goals. - Plan and run experiments, prototypes, minimum viable products, and proofs of concept. - Collaborate with engineering, research, design, and go-to-market teams to develop early solutions. - Conduct customer interviews, market research, and usage analysis; use findings to guide project direction. - Explain product vision, rationale, and outcomes to senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements - At least five years in product management or product strategy, ideally in enterprise software, platforms, or developer-focused products. - Experience launching products, features, or experiments; early-stage product development or research and development experience is relevant. - Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning, developer tools, or workflow automation. - Strong analytical and user research skills, with comfort making evidence-based decisions amid uncertainty. - Clear communication and storytelling skills, and technical fluency to work closely with engineering and research teams. - Entrepreneurial approach to calculated risks, rapid iteration, and learning from results. - Computer science or engineering degree, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to have Experience with AI or machine learning, customer engagement platforms, trust, security, or fraud prevention.

Benefits and work setup Remote role with occasional travel for project or team meetings. Hiring is unavailable in San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and surrounding areas. Benefits vary by location and include health coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, and parental and wellness leave. The position may include equity and a corporate bonus.