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Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, were big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world.
Principal, Technical Product Management
DEPT is hiring on behalf of a client within the financial services and risk management space for a Data Product manager. The role is for a 3 month contract. Contracts are evaluated quarterly, or every three months, for this project, and will likely extend.
Responsibilities:
Define and own the product strategy and long-term vision, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needsLead and scale high-performing product teams, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and ongoing developmentEstablish clear team structures, decision-making hierarchies, and operating cadences to support efficient executionManage the full product lifecycle from discovery and ideation through launch, iteration, and sunsetConduct market research, customer discovery, and competitive analysis to identify trends, risks, and growth opportunitiesApply Agile and Lean methodologies to optimize product development workflows, delivery predictability, and cross-team collaborationDrive roadmap planning, forecasting, and velocity management to ensure realistic commitments and on-time deliveryPartner closely with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and operations to define, prioritize, and deliver product requirementsChampion user-centered design principles to deliver intuitive, high-quality user experiencesDevelop customer segmentation strategies and tailor product initiatives to address the needs of distinct customer groupsDrive revenue growth through product-led initiatives, feature expansion, and platform enhancementsEngage regularly with executive stakeholders and key customers to gather feedback, manage expectations, and maintain strategic alignmentContribute meaningfully to operational planning, including OKRs, capacity planning, and performance metricsRapidly ramp into complex environments, assess existing processes, and implement scalable frameworks where neededStay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, translating insights into actionable product strategyTech Skills:
Proficient in product lifecycle management, from ideation to launch and ongoing enhancementsStrong market research and analysis skillsExperience in Agile methodologies, particularly ScrumUnderstanding of user-centered design principles and user experience best practicesFamiliarity with revenue growth strategies and metrics - Knowledge of customer segmentation techniques and targeted product strategiesProficiency in stakeholder engagement and relationship managementUnderstanding of B2B/B2C SaaS business models and product considerationsFamiliarity with business development strategies and partnership opportunitiesBasic understanding of programming languages to effectively communicate with engineering teamSoft Skills:
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including executive-level communicationStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to manage stakeholders and build relationships across teamsEffective project management and organizational skillsCollaborative mindset and ability to work in cross-functional teamsStrategic thinking and ability to drive product vision and roadmapCompensation:
Rate is up to $95 hourly on a Fixed Term, W2 Contract. Contracts are evaluated quarterly, or every three months, for this project, and will likely extend. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible.
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DEPT is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. Were committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyones lived experience, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. So tell us about any accommodations you need. Its totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.
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We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.
DEPT is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture.
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