VP of Product and Engineering

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 200000 - 250000

Posted on: 01-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Destify were reimagining the destination wedding experience simplifying the complex celebrating the meaningful and building technology that connects thousands of couples to their dream celebrations. Destify is seeking an experienced VP to lead the vision strategy and execution of our technology and product platforms shaping the future of destination weddings. Youll sit on the company leadership team while overseeing both the Product and Engineering functions ensuring seamless collaboration innovation and delivery.

In this role youll be responsible not only for innovating new capabilities but also for strengthening and evolving our existing product stack. Improving performance scalability and reliability as we prepare to scale Destifys platform and accelerate our growth. Heres what you will do:

Product & Technology Strategy
- Define and own the product and technology vision aligned with Destifys business strategy.
- Translate company goals and customer needs into a clear actionable roadmap.
- Identify market trends technical opportunities and user insights that drive innovation and competitive advantage.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead mentor and grow cross-functional teams across Product Engineering and Design.
- Foster a culture of ownership accountability and collaboration.
- Set clear objectives and create pathways for professional development across both disciplines.
Execution & Delivery
- Oversee the full product lifecycle from discovery and design to development testing and release.
- Partner with company leadership to prioritize initiatives that drive business growth and operational efficiency.
- Ensure timely high-quality delivery.
- Implement scalable systems tools and processes to support rapid product iteration and reliability.
User Experience & Data-Driven Optimization
- Champion a user-first mindset across all product and engineering initiatives.
- Leverage analytics A/B testing and customer feedback to inform decision-making.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to align the product experience with revenue engagement and retention goals.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Go-to-Market
- Partner with Marketing Operations and Sales to launch new features and enhancements that resonate with couples and partners.
- Translate technical capabilities into compelling product stories and market advantages.
- Gather post-launch insights to continuously improve both the product and underlying systems.

Requirements

10 years of progressive experience in product management or combined product/technology roles within a high-growth consumer tech environment ideally in travel marketplace or mobile apps.
Proven track record of leading teams through rapid scale and delivering measurable business outcomes (e.g. $10M $50M growth).
Deep understanding of both product strategy and technical execution you can think like a founder act like an operator and communicate like a product storyteller.
Strong intuition for great UX combined with analytical rigor.
Expert at defining and tracking metrics running A/B tests and making data-driven prioritization decisions.
Excellent communicator and motivator who thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in computer science design business or related field.

We Offer:

Salary from $00
Flexible Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Caribbean travel perks to reward high performers
Fully remote work environment
Comprehensive benefits Medical Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match

Employment Notes:

Candidates should be authorized to accept employment in the US from any employer should be willing to start within three weeks of accepting an offer and should be able to work the same daily working hours as our Chicago office.

Destify is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of sex age race color national origin religion marital status pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity disability citizenship veteran or military status and other legally protected characteristics.

AI use disclaimer:

Please be advised that Destify utilizes artificial intelligence tools to assist in the initial review of resumes. This technology is used to enhance our recruitment process by analyzing key qualifications and skills. However interviewing decisions are made by our human resources team based on a comprehensive evaluation of each candidates qualifications and experience. If you have any concerns about the use of AI in our hiring process please feel free to contact our HR department at for clarification.

Salary Description

Required Experience:

Exec

Product & Technology Strategy
- Define and own the product and technology vision aligned with Destifys business strategy.
- Translate company goals and customer needs into a clear actionable roadmap.
- Identify market trends technical opportunities and user insights that drive innovation and competitive advantage.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead mentor and grow cross-functional teams across Product Engineering and Design.
- Foster a culture of ownership accountability and collaboration.
- Set clear objectives and create pathways for professional development across both disciplines.
Execution & Delivery
- Oversee the full product lifecycle from discovery and design to development testing and release.
- Partner with company leadership to prioritize initiatives that drive business growth and operational efficiency.
- Ensure timely high-quality delivery.
- Implement scalable systems tools and processes to support rapid product iteration and reliability.
User Experience & Data-Driven Optimization
- Champion a user-first mindset across all product and engineering initiatives.
- Leverage analytics A/B testing and customer feedback to inform decision-making.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to align the product experience with revenue engagement and retention goals.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Go-to-Market
- Partner with Marketing Operations and Sales to launch new features and enhancements that resonate with couples and partners.
- Translate technical capabilities into compelling product stories and market advantages.
- Gather post-launch insights to continuously improve both the product and underlying systems.

Requirements

10 years of progressive experience in product management or combined product/technology roles within a high-growth consumer tech environment ideally in travel marketplace or mobile apps.
Proven track record of leading teams through rapid scale and delivering measurable business outcomes (e.g. $10M $50M growth).
Deep understanding of both product strategy and technical execution you can think like a founder act like an operator and communicate like a product storyteller.
Strong intuition for great UX combined with analytical rigor.
Expert at defining and tracking metrics running A/B tests and making data-driven prioritization decisions.
Excellent communicator and motivator who thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in computer science design business or related field.

We Offer: