Come join the Silk Squad! Silk is a Sequoia-backed company headquartered just outside of Boston, in Needham MA. Silk empowers high-performing cloud databases with Software-defined cloud storage.Silk is seeking a highly motivated, growth-focused, and results-driven Senior Product Manager. As a Senior Product Manager, you can connect the technical and business worlds to help chart Silk’s strategic vision. You will be responsible for understanding the needs, challenges, and operations of customers, driving the product strategy and business, and collaborating with marketing, sales, support, and engineering teams to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.How you will make an impact:<ul><li>Lead business analysis efforts to identify, research, validate, and drive the company towards new growth opportunities</li><li>Drive pricing and packaging conversations as part of active deal cycles</li><li>Analyze cloud architectures and interview customers and prospects to find, understand, and convey Silk’s business value impact</li><li>Engage with customers, prospects, and thought leaders to gather feedback and help fine-tune the product direction</li><li>Conduct market research and competitive analysis, translating insights from that research into product strategy and GTM team enablement materials</li><li>Help shape the Silk go-to-market value proposition and market differentiators</li><li>Be a subject matter expert on Silk’s product functionality who can explain complex technological solutions in simple layman terms and convey our capabilities to prospects, customers, field sellers and partners, regularly presenting to audiences both large and small</li><li>Encourage customer adoption of Silk’s latest functionality through leading and editing the development of product documentation and other enablement materials, in partnership with SMEs in Support and Engineering</li><li>Partner with Marketing, Product Marketing, and other GTM teams on strategy and plans for launches, product positioning, and more</li><li>Support Marketing and Product Marketing efforts to build pipelines through content creation efforts for both internal audiences (Sales, Business Development, etc.) and external audiences (prospects, partners, customers, market analysts)</li><li>Measure and monitor product Key Performance Indicator (KPIs), product usage, and feedback, and feed that data back into the organization to drive improvement</li><li>Provide direct product engagement as a trusted advisor and SME to our largest and most complex customers</li><li>Serve as a positive, dynamic team-player that displays the best work ethic, creative problem-solving skills, positive attitude, and proactive approach</li></ul>You will enjoy this role if:<ul><li>You have previous B2B enterprise software experience and 5+ years working as a product manager with preferred experience in database, storage, or cloud (at least one preferred)</li><li>You thrive on leveraging data - both qualitative and quantitative - to shape and refine your efforts. You can communicate insights to leadership, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making.</li><li>You demonstrate strong technical knowledge with the ability to quickly learn new concepts</li><li>You are self-disciplined, self-motivated, highly energized, and confident</li><li>You take ownership in driving a culture of quality, innovation, collaboration, teamwork and mutual respect</li><li>You’re a natural storyteller, and believe in clear, open and concise communication</li><li>You build great interpersonal relationships; able to lead cross-company processes and build collaborative, impactful partnerships across geographically distributed teams</li><li>Your deep customer empathy fuels your passion for understanding customer needs, challenges, and motivations. You have experience participating in enterprise sales cycles and customer conversations as a product or technical SME</li><li>You are happy to travel and able to work in our Needham, MA office Tuesdays and Thursdays</li><li>Preferred: Working knowledge of cloud-based environments/technologies</li><li>Preferred: Start-up experience is not required, but has proven to help most team members succeed in this role</li><li>Plus: Knowledge of databases and storage technologies and/or enterprise managed services</li><li>Plus: Knowledge of FinOps</li></ul>What we have for you:<ul><li>Equity</li><li>401 (k)</li><li>Unlimited Paid Time Off</li><li>Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</li><li>Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability as well as additional voluntary insurance elections</li><li>FSA: Medical and Dependent Care</li></ul>Silk recognizes that talent and potential come in all forms and that years of experience does not guarantee on-the-job success or leadership potential. Our hiring process involves recognizing a person’s achievements, skills & knowledge, and passion; not just check-marks next to a job description. If you have an interest in any of our roles, please do not hesitate to apply - we would be happy to speak with you.<h3>About Silk</h3>Silk makes it possible for organizations to cloud their way.Helping organizations win in the cloud is what we do. Our culture is who we are. We are empowered. We are positive thinkers. We think boldly and always speak our minds. We go big, or we go back to the drawing board. We work together as one, but we push each other to the limit. We turn customers into believers, attempt the impossible and play to win, but always as a team. These values have driven our growth and continue to fuel our aspirations.We are headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with offices in Israel as well as team members across the world. If you are excited to work in a fast-paced environment with a team that values agility, collaboration, curiosity, and passion, we want to hear from you.An Inclusive Place to WorkSilk does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Studies have found that people of color and women do not apply to jobs if they do not meet all the requirements. At Silk we are committed to empowering a diverse workforce. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.More About SilkSilk enables organizations to migrate and run their most complex business-critical applications in the public cloud while continuously optimizing performance, reliability, and costs. Silk’s data services eliminate the need to copy production data for Dev/Test teams, increasing their agility and enabling production data to be leveraged for Generative AI. Silk leverages over 20 technology patents so customers can effortlessly unlock the full potential of the public cloud in a fraction of the time. Silk is headquartered outside of Boston, MA.
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OverviewIDC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Digital Product Manager to lead the development and management of our digital products. The role will report to the Vice President of Digital Product Management for our IT Buyer product. The Senior Digital Product Manager will be responsible for defining and executing the product strategy, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of digital solutions for IT Buyer that meet customer needs and business objectives.IDG, a Blackstone portfolio company, is the leader in data for and about technology. Our mission is to help companies grow by putting technology insights into action, empowering businesses to make better decisions and thrive in the AI digital-first age. IDC, a division of IDG, is a dynamic and innovative research, data, and events company at the forefront of guiding the global technology market ecosystem. Building upon terabytes of proprietary data, expert thought leadership, and existing trusted products, IDC is creating new digital solutions that serve its customers in fundamentally new ways.This position can be based in an approved US location. We will consider remote approved Canadian locations (Alberta, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia) or in the Greater Toronto area. Candidates located in the Greater Toronto area are required to come into our downtown office in a hybrid work environment 1 day per week.Recruitment Fraud Notice: IDG/IDC/Foundry would like to inform you that we conduct our formal communications via corporate email, our Applicant Tracking System iCIMS, LinkedIn messaging, or directly by phone. We do not use any other platform (including Telegram, WhatsApp, Signal, text, instant message, etc.) to communicate with prospective candidates. If you receive any communication outside of our formal communications channels, please ignore it and block the sender or caller. In addition, we do not ask candidates to provide sensitive personally identifiable information such as bank account or social security numbers. If you have been contacted by someone claiming to represent a job offer, please report it as potential job fraud to law enforcement.ResponsibilitiesDefine and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business goals and market needs. Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform product decisions.Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from ideation and concept through to launch and iteration. Work closely with engineering, design, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and successful delivery of high-quality digital products.Understand customer needs and pain points through research, user feedback, and data analysis. Translate these insights into actionable product requirements and features.Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, sales, and customer support, to ensure alignment on product goals and to drive product adoption. Act as the primary point of contact for all product-related inquiries.Use analytics and metrics to measure product performance and user engagement. Continuously optimize the product based on data insights and user feedback.Lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, agile environment.Prioritize product features, enhancements, and bug fixes based on business impact, technical feasibility, and customer value. Manage the product backlog and ensure clarity and alignment on priorities.Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in digital product management, technology, and user experience. Apply this knowledge to drive product innovation and competitive differentiation.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business, computer science, engineering, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in product management, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role, preferably in a digital or technology-focused company.Strong understanding of digital product development, user experience (UX) design, and agile methodologies.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.Proven track record of delivering successful digital products that meet customer needs and drive business results.Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to inform product decisions and measure success.Leadership qualities, with experience managing and mentoring a team of product managers.Proficiency in product management tools such as JIRA, Trello, Aha!, or similar tools. Familiarity with analytics platforms: Google Analytics, Mix-panel,etc.Strong business acumen and a deep understanding of the digital landscape.Ability to think strategically while managing the details of execution.About IDC: International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1,300 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For 50 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events companyIDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.At IDC, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We pay our employees equitably for their work, commensurate with their individual skills and experience. Salary range and additional compensation, including discretionary bonuses and incentive pay, are determined by a rigorous review process. This process considers the experience, education, certifications, and skills required for the specific role, equity with similarly situated employees, as well as employer-verified US region-specific market data provided by an independent 3rd party partner. The expected total annual compensation, depending on location and experience, is between $170,000 and $210,000 and is inclusive of base salary and variable compensation (if applicable).IDC Canada is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy to recruit and select applicants for employment solely based on their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best-qualified person for the job. Applicants must have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) card. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.Compensation for IDC Canada will be determined based on current market data for CAD dollars.Job SummaryRequisition #: 2024-5607Functional Area: IT Product DevelopmentLocation: US-MA-Needham# of Openings: 1

Our purpose is to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world! We work very hard to provide our consumers with high-quality, exciting 5-star products that make life easier. We thrive on passion and innovation and are looking for great people, with great ideas, who want to build the next big thing and develop while they do. Digital Product Manager Location: Needham, MA (Hybrid: 3-4 days per week in office) Reporting to: Director, Digital Product and Design Overview: The Digital Product Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development and management of digital products across SharkNinja's platforms, focusing on delivering exceptional user experiences and meeting business objectives. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams, including UX, engineering, and marketing, to define product requirements, prioritize features, and guide product development from concept to launch. Key Responsibilities: <ol><li> Product Strategy & Roadmap </li></ol> <ul><li>Define and manage the digital product roadmap in alignment with SharkNinja's strategic goals and customer needs. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Identify opportunities for product improvements and new features based on market trends, customer feedback, and business objectives. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize product initiatives, balancing customer satisfaction, business goals, and technical feasibility. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Continuously refine and evolve the product strategy to ensure alignment with SharkNinja's broader digital transformation goals. </li> </ul><ol> <li> Product Development & Execution </li></ol> <ul><li>Lead the end-to-end product development process, from ideation and requirements gathering to release and post-launch analysis. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Write detailed product requirements, including user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical specifications for development teams. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Coordinate with UX, engineering, and QA teams to ensure that product features are developed, tested, and launched on time and within scope. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Serve as the voice of the customer during product development, ensuring that customer needs and pain points are addressed. </li> </ul><ol> <li> Data-Driven Decision Making </li></ol> <ul><li>Use data analytics to measure product performance, identify areas for improvement, and make informed product decisions. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Partner with analytics and BI teams to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for digital products and track success metrics post-launch. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Conduct A/B testing and gather user feedback to validate new product features and optimizations. </li> </ul><ol> <li> Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication </li></ol> <ul><li>Serve as the key point of contact between digital, marketing, and development teams, ensuring alignment and clear communication throughout the product lifecycle. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Provide regular updates to senior leadership on product progress, challenges, and outcomes, ensuring transparency across departments. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Act as a product evangelist within the organization, fostering a culture of innovation and user-centric product development. </li> </ul>Qualifications: Education & Experience <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field. </li> </ul><ul> <li>5+ years of experience as a Product Manager, with a focus on digital products or e-commerce platforms. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Proven track record of successfully launching and managing digital products that meet both user needs and business goals. </li> </ul>Skills & Competencies <ul><li>Product Management Expertise: Strong understanding of digital product management, including product lifecycle management, user experience, and agile methodologies. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Analytical Skills: Experience with data analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics) and A/B testing to measure product performance and drive optimization. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Technical Understanding: Basic technical knowledge of web and mobile development, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Communication Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and influence decision-making. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teams across UX, marketing, and engineering. </li> </ul>At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. YOUR ROLE in leading our SUCCESS DRIVERS & representing our UNIQUE MINDSET <ul> <li>Lead us to be "RARELY SATISFIED" </li> <li>Make things better each day; "PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION" </li><li>Use your knowledge of our consumer, understand that "DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE" </li><li>Deliver something great; "WINNING IS A TEAM SPORT" </li><li>Be clear and honest, "COMMUNICATING FOR IMPACT" </li> </ul> Explore SharkNinja: Instagram LinkedIn SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/ We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com

Our purpose is to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world! We work very hard to provide our consumers with high-quality, exciting 5-star products that make life easier. We thrive on passion and innovation and are looking for great people, with great ideas, who want to build the next big thing and develop while they do. Digital Product Manager Location: Needham, MA (Hybrid: 3-4 days per week in office) Reporting to: Director, Digital Product and Design Overview: The Digital Product Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development and management of digital products across SharkNinja's platforms, focusing on delivering exceptional user experiences and meeting business objectives. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams, including UX, engineering, and marketing, to define product requirements, prioritize features, and guide product development from concept to launch. Key Responsibilities: <ol><li> Product Strategy & Roadmap</li></ol><ul><li>Define and manage the digital product roadmap in alignment with SharkNinja's strategic goals and customer needs. </li></ul><ul><li>Identify opportunities for product improvements and new features based on market trends, customer feedback, and business objectives. </li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize product initiatives, balancing customer satisfaction, business goals, and technical feasibility. </li></ul><ul><li>Continuously refine and evolve the product strategy to ensure alignment with SharkNinja's broader digital transformation goals. </li></ul><ol><li> Product Development & Execution</li></ol><ul><li>Lead the end-to-end product development process, from ideation and requirements gathering to release and post-launch analysis. </li></ul><ul><li>Write detailed product requirements, including user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical specifications for development teams. </li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate with UX, engineering, and QA teams to ensure that product features are developed, tested, and launched on time and within scope. </li></ul><ul><li>Serve as the voice of the customer during product development, ensuring that customer needs and pain points are addressed. </li></ul><ol><li> Data-Driven Decision Making</li></ol><ul><li>Use data analytics to measure product performance, identify areas for improvement, and make informed product decisions. </li></ul><ul><li>Partner with analytics and BI teams to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for digital products and track success metrics post-launch. </li></ul><ul><li>Conduct A/B testing and gather user feedback to validate new product features and optimizations. </li></ul><ol><li> Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication</li></ol><ul><li>Serve as the key point of contact between digital, marketing, and development teams, ensuring alignment and clear communication throughout the product lifecycle. </li></ul><ul><li>Provide regular updates to senior leadership on product progress, challenges, and outcomes, ensuring transparency across departments. </li></ul><ul><li>Act as a product evangelist within the organization, fostering a culture of innovation and user-centric product development. </li></ul> Qualifications: Education & Experience <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field. </li></ul><ul><li>5+ years of experience as a Product Manager, with a focus on digital products or e-commerce platforms. </li></ul><ul><li>Proven track record of successfully launching and managing digital products that meet both user needs and business goals. </li></ul> Skills & Competencies <ul><li>Product Management Expertise: Strong understanding of digital product management, including product lifecycle management, user experience, and agile methodologies. </li></ul><ul><li>Analytical Skills: Experience with data analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics) and A/B testing to measure product performance and drive optimization. </li></ul><ul><li>Technical Understanding: Basic technical knowledge of web and mobile development, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams. </li></ul><ul><li>Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders. </li></ul><ul><li>Communication Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and influence decision-making. </li></ul><ul><li>Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teams across UX, marketing, and engineering. </li></ul> At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. YOUR ROLE in leading our SUCCESS DRIVERS & representing our UNIQUE MINDSET <ul><li>Lead us to be "RARELY SATISFIED" </li><li>Make things better each day; "PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION"</li><li>Use your knowledge of our consumer, understand that "DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE"</li><li>Deliver something great; "WINNING IS A TEAM SPORT"</li><li>Be clear and honest, "COMMUNICATING FOR IMPACT" </li></ul> Explore SharkNinja: Instagram LinkedIn SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/ We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com

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