Lead Product Manager

We’re seeking someone who has subject matter expertise in product management and agile. You’re right for this role if you are the go-to person that everyone your work with comes to for support and answers. “GRIT” should be your defining characteristic which means you demonstrate passion and perseverance toward a goal despite being confronted by significant obstacles and distractions.

If this is you, you’ll have the opportunity to execute our product strategy for Launch Potato’s Content Brands, FinanceBuzz & AllAboutCookies, which receive millions of sessions every month. It’s not just about numbers; it’s about creating a collaborative atmosphere where your expertise and influence will be instrumental in boosting revenue and fostering growth

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to thrive in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple priorities. You will need to demonstrate Hustle and the ability to Embrace Change. You’ll wear many hats, navigate through challenges, and be seen as ‘the glue’ of the organization, aligning cross-functional teams towards product initiatives. We are a tight-knit,  passionate group of extremely smart individuals with tons of opportunities for learning, growth, and mentorship. 

SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Ultimately, making an impact while working with key business stakeholders to execute the roadmap, vision, and strategy for our Content Brands, then rolling up your sleeves to ensure everyone is aligned and projects stay on track. Some ways you will make this happen are by:

• Establishing yourself as the go-to expert in product management and agile methodologies within Launch Potato, providing support and answers that drive team success.
• Exhibiting ‘GRIT’ as a defining characteristic, showcasing passion and perseverance towards goals.
• Partnering with the Director of Product to lead and execute on the product strategy for Content Brands, leveraging your expertise to make impactful decisions to prioritize the roadmap and meet the business goals.
• Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to enable growth.
• Acting as a unifying force, quickly adapting and overcoming challenges with resilience.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• 5+ years of product management experience focusing on creating impactful internal products.
• Deep expertise in product management with a strong focus on data analytics and agile practices.
• Demonstrated ability to make data-driven decisions, proficient in analyzing datasets using SQL and BI tools (Looker, PowerBI, Tableau).
• A reputation as a reliable problem solver and knowledge source among colleagues.
• Strong demonstration of ‘GRIT’ – the resilience and drive to succeed in the face of challenges.
• Exceptional leadership and communication abilities, capable of inspiring and aligning teams.
• A good sense of humor and a team player attitude, fitting well with our fun and tight-knit team culture.

NICE TO HAVES

• Prior experience in consumer-facing applications, particularly in the personal finance industry.
• Knowledge and experience in building affiliate/partner widgets and understanding SEO principles.
• Education in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

OUR CURRENT TECH STACK

• Frontend languages and Libraries
  • Vanilla JS, Next.js, HTML5
  • Webpack, Node.js
  • Tailwind, Scss
  • Jest, Puppeteer
• Backend
  • Python/Django
  • Linux/Ubuntu, Nginx, Docker, AWS
  • Postgresql, Memcached, Redis
  • S3, Athena, Kinesis
• Monitoring/Communication
  • CircleCI, New Relic, Sentry
  • Asana
• Slack (our GIF game is strong)

Total Rewards & Compensation

Salary range: $100,000–$160,000

Base salary is set according to market rates for the nearest major metro and varies based on Launch Potato’s Levels Framework. Your compensation package includes a base salary, profit-sharing bonus, and competitive benefits. Launch Potato is a performance-driven company, which means once you are hired, future increases will be based on company and personal performance, not annual cost of living adjustments.