Product associate director (group product manager)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Product Associate Director (Group Product Manager) based in the United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead product strategy for innovative technology solutions addressing complex national security challenges. You will own an early-stage product portfolio, balancing strategic vision with hands-on product execution. The position combines product leadership, AI innovation, customer-focused strategy, and team enablement in a mission-driven environment. You will guide teams in building next-generation capabilities across agentic AI, data platforms, and advanced analytics. This is a high-impact opportunity for a product leader who enjoys creating new products while shaping product culture and practices. You will collaborate with technical teams, customers, and executives to deliver solutions that support critical missions. The ideal candidate will bring strong product expertise, a builder mindset, and experience operating in complex technology environments.

Accountabilities:

The Product Associate Director (Group Product Manager) will lead product strategy and execution across a portfolio of innovative solutions. This role combines strategic ownership of product direction with hands-on involvement in roadmap development, team coaching, customer engagement, and the adoption of modern product practices.

• Own and execute product portfolio strategy, ensuring roadmaps align with emerging customer needs and market opportunities.
• Define product vision, strategy, and priorities for solutions focused on enterprise AI orchestration, data capabilities, and mission-driven technologies.
• Maintain product roadmaps and backlogs while supporting empowered product teams through effective prioritization and decision-making.
• Partner with sales, growth, engineering, design, customers, and leadership teams to understand market dynamics and identify strategic investments.
• Translate complex customer challenges into clear product opportunities and actionable strategies.
• Coach product managers and UX professionals on product practices, discovery, prioritization, and execution excellence.
• Drive adoption of user-centered product approaches and help establish a strong product operating model.
• Collaborate with executives and cross-functional leaders to create an environment where teams can innovate and deliver effectively.
• Balance strategic leadership with hands-on contribution, stepping in to solve challenges and accelerate delivery when needed.
• Communicate product vision, strategy, progress, and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced product leader with a strong track record of building technology products in complex environments. They should combine strategic thinking, technical understanding, customer empathy, and leadership skills to guide teams developing advanced solutions.

• Proven experience leading product strategy and managing product portfolios in technology-driven organizations.
• Experience building products for government users, particularly within environments involving complex requirements or technology constraints.
• Background supporting information operations, intelligence, targeting, defense, or related mission-focused domains.
• Experience with artificial intelligence technologies, including agentic AI, generative AI, natural language processing, large language models, or advanced analytics deployed at scale.
• Experience using AI-assisted approaches to accelerate product development and engineering practices.
• Experience managing B2B products with significant customer support, services, or consulting components.
• Strong understanding of product management methodologies, roadmap development, user research, and customer-focused innovation.
• Ability to coach and mentor product professionals while influencing broader organizational practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with executives, technical teams, and customers.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify high-value problems and create solutions that improve customer outcomes.
• Experience working with military or intelligence communities and familiarity with government acquisition cycles is preferred.
• Active TS or TS/SCI clearance is a plus but not required.

Benefits:

Competitive annual salary range of $174,632–$261,949 USD, based on experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and organizational factors. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits. Retirement benefits and financial wellness support. Paid leave programs and company holidays. Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities. Fully remote work environment with flexibility to manage your schedule. Opportunity to work on innovative AI and technology solutions supporting important public-sector missions. Collaborative culture focused on trust, innovation, and professional growth. Potential travel opportunities (approximately 10–20%) to support customer and team collaboration.

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