Director, Software Product Management

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Lead the Vision and Strategy for Next-Generation PC Software Solutions

Position Overview

The Director of Software Product Management is a senior leadership role responsible for defining executing and championing the product vision and roadmap for a suite of PC software offerings. This dynamic individual blends deep technological expertise market insight and a proven ability to translate customer needs into innovative product solutions. The Director will lead cross-functional teams drive strategic alignment and ensure the delivery of world-class software experiences that support the companys business objectives and delight users globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Set the vision strategy and long-term roadmap for the PC software portfolio considering market trends technological advancements and customer feedback.

• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee end-to-end product management from ideation and business case development through design development launch and post-release optimization.

• Market and Competitive Analysis: Continuously assess the competitive landscape identify emerging opportunities and threats and recommend adjustments to strategy and product priorities.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering design marketing sales support and executive teams to ensure alignment and successful product delivery.

• Customer Advocacy: Champion the needs and preferences of end users gathering actionable feedback and ensuring their voice is heard throughout the product development process.

• Team Development: Lead mentor and grow a high-performing team of product managers fostering a culture of innovation accountability and professional growth.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding PC software product direction priorities and performance.

• Business Case Ownership: Develop present and defend business cases for new product initiatives ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and financial targets.

• KPI and Success Metrics: Define track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product and team success using data to drive continuous improvement.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks in product development or market positioning and proactively formulate mitigation strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering Business or a related field; Masters degree or MBA strongly preferred.

• 10 years of progressive experience in software product management including at least 5 years in a leadership or director-level role.

• Demonstrated success managing the product lifecycle for PC software products ideally in both B2B and B2C environments.

• Proven ability to develop and deliver compelling product strategies that drive growth and achieve business objectives.

• Exceptional analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

• Track record of building mentoring and leading diverse and high-performing teams.

• Deep understanding of PC operating systems application software and evolving user needs in the PC ecosystem.

• Experience with agile product development methodologies and tools.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience launching global software products across multiple markets and languages.

• Strong technical acumen with the ability to engage credibly with engineering teams and understand software architecture.

• Advanced knowledge of data analytics customer insights and product usage metrics.

• Experience in driving partnerships and collaborations with third-party vendors or technology partners.

• Background in cybersecurity cloud computing or integration with hardware platforms is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Visionary Thinking: Ability to anticipate and shape market trends identifying opportunities for growth and innovation.

• User-Centric Mindset: Deep empathy for customers and a relentless drive to improve their experience.

• Leadership: Inspiring and motivating teams setting clear goals and holding self and others accountable.

• Collaboration: Building strong trust-based relationships across functions and geographies.

• Results Orientation: Focusing on outcomes measuring performance and delivering against commitments.

• Adaptability: Thriving in ambiguity managing change and pivoting strategies as needed.

• Communication: Clearly conveying complex information tailoring messages to diverse audiences and advocating effectively for the product vision.

• Analytical Rigor: Leveraging data to inform decisions measure success and drive continuous improvement.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Lead weekly product reviews and strategic planning meetings with key stakeholders.

• Engage directly with customers and partners to validate product direction and gather feedback.

• Align product releases with marketing and sales strategies ensuring successful go-to-market execution.

• Monitor product performance metrics and market reception iterating as necessary to optimize outcomes.

• Mentor product management staff conducting regular one-on-one meetings and performance reviews.

• Represent the company at industry conferences events or panels as a thought leader in PC software solutions.

Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties skills responsibilities knowledge etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

The base pay range for this role is 183650.00 - 275450.00 annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to US candidates only). Pay varies by work location job-related knowledge skills and experience.

Benefits:

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position including:

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Long term/short term disability insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Life insurance

Generous time off policies including;

- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure

- 11 paid holidays

- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time with or without notice subject to applicable law.

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