VP of Product Management
At Degreed, we believe that learning is the key to unlocking opportunities. As the premier upskilling platform, we empower individuals to connect their skills and ambitions with meaningful growth opportunities. By integrating everything people use to learn—skill insights, courses, videos, articles, and projects—we create personalized pathways for career advancement. Our mission is to discover, empower, and celebrate the next generation of global expertise. Join us in shaping the future of learning and workforce development.About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced VP of Product Management to join our Platform Product team. In this critical leadership role, you will define and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Degreed’s enterprise platform. Your expertise in SaaS platforms, exceptional leadership skills, and track record of delivering high-impact products will shape the future of our platform. This role includes ownership of key platform-level capabilities such as APIs and developer experience, authentication and authorization, identity services, SSO (single sign-on), security and compliance, and platform architecture.Key Skills
Strategic Thinking: Expertise in defining and driving product vision and strategy in alignment with business goals.
Leadership: Proven ability to inspire and manage high-performing, cross-functional teams.
Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of software development, cloud technologies, and platform architecture.
Market Awareness: Ability to assess customer needs, conduct competitive analysis, and identify opportunities in enterprise SaaS markets.
Communication: Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills to influence and align stakeholders.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Skilled in leveraging metrics and analytics to guide product decisions.
Customer-Centric Approach: Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer experiences and build developer-friendly platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Vision: Define and drive the strategic vision for the platform, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives and evolving market needs.
Roadmap Development:
Build and maintain an outcome-focused product roadmap.
Manage competing priorities and evolving requirements in a fast-paced environment.
Prioritize impactful initiatives to achieve measurable outcomes.
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of product managers, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with engineering, sales, marketing, and customer success teams to align strategies and deliver seamless product launches.
Market Analysis: Conduct market research, customer interviews, and competitive analysis to inform product strategy and identify new opportunities.
Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the product lifecycle from ideation to sunset, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with market needs.
Customer Advocacy: Act as the voice of the customer, ensuring the platform meets and exceeds user expectations.
Metrics & KPIs: Define, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and refine strategy.
Product Enablement: Equip internal teams with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively sell, market, and support the platform.
Qualifications
Experience: 10+ years of product management experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role within SaaS companies.
Industry Knowledge: Deep expertise in enterprise software and SaaS platform ecosystems.
Agile Expertise: Familiarity with agile methodologies and the ability to adapt quickly to change.
Technical Proficiency: Experience with API-driven platforms, developer ecosystems, and platform-level tools like Jira and Aha!.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
Bonus Experience: Background in corporate learning, HR information systems, or enterprise learning solutions.
Compensation and Benefits
Degreed is passionate about pay transparency and we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total pay range for this role is $250,000 - $300,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
We believe your best work happens when you have a complete life balance, and Degreed gives you the support and flexibility to make that happen. Degreed is committed to delivering a comprehensive benefits program that provides the support you need. At the time of this posting, this role is eligible to participate in the following benefits and wellness programs:
Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family (both PPO and HDHP plans available)
Dental and vision plans for you and your family
Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Company funded HSA and dependent care FSA (pending eligibility)
Generous Parental Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off and 5 sick days per year
Education benefit: An annual allowance to support your learning journey—explore anything you want to learn (and we mean anything!).
One-time Home Office Stipend to make your workspace more comfortable
Monthly internet and phone stipend
Monthly wellness stipend through Forma
Wellness programs focused on your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing
*Degreed reserves the right to modify these benefits at any time, for any reason in accordance with applicable law. Please note the offerings vary based on location.At Degree we value
At Degreed we valueDiversity and Inclusion: We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and aim to build an environment where everyone can thrive.Growth Mindset: We encourage continuous learning and development for our employees to grow their careers in line with their unique skills and goals.Collaboration: We believe the best ideas come from teams working together, and we foster open communication and teamwork.By joining our team, you’ll be part of a community that values continuous learning, collaboration, and making an impact. If you are passionate about driving change through learning and upskilling, we encourage you to apply and become a key contributor to our mission.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Degreed offers a range of work arrangements depending on the role. Some positions are fully remote, while others are hybrid if you’re near an office. Please check the job details for specifics.
In remote or hybrid roles, you’ll collaborate virtually using tools like Zoom and Slack. You’ll need to operate a laptop and remain stationary for extended periods, with the ability to interpret written and verbal communication.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible work environment that enables you to thrive.
Additional Information
Degreed provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We believe in the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Degreed will provide reasonable accommodations to those with disabilities during the application, interview, and employment process.
In line with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Degreed participates in the E-Verify employment verification program.
Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants
Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available here: Ireland/EU, United Kingdom, and California. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required.
Fraudulent Recruitment Warning
Please be aware of fraudulent recruitment activities using the name “Degreed.” Scammers may impersonate Degreed, our website, or our team in recruitment scams. Degreed does not conduct recruitment through WhatsApp, Telegram, or any direct-messaging platforms. Official communication will always come from a Degreed.com email or phone number during the interview process. We do not request sensitive personal or financial information in unsolicited communications, nor do we offer roles requiring upfront payments or promising unrealistic returns. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious recruitment activity.
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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced VP of Product Management to join our Platform Product team. In this critical leadership role, you will define and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Degreed’s enterprise platform. Your expertise in SaaS platforms, exceptional leadership skills, and track record of delivering high-impact products will shape the future of our platform. This role includes ownership of key platform-level capabilities such as APIs and developer experience, authentication and authorization, identity services, SSO (single sign-on), security and compliance, and platform architecture.Key Skills
Strategic Thinking: Expertise in defining and driving product vision and strategy in alignment with business goals.
Leadership: Proven ability to inspire and manage high-performing, cross-functional teams.
Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of software development, cloud technologies, and platform architecture.
Market Awareness: Ability to assess customer needs, conduct competitive analysis, and identify opportunities in enterprise SaaS markets.
Communication: Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills to influence and align stakeholders.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Skilled in leveraging metrics and analytics to guide product decisions.
Customer-Centric Approach: Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer experiences and build developer-friendly platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Vision: Define and drive the strategic vision for the platform, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives and evolving market needs.
Roadmap Development:
Build and maintain an outcome-focused product roadmap.
Manage competing priorities and evolving requirements in a fast-paced environment.
Prioritize impactful initiatives to achieve measurable outcomes.
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of product managers, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with engineering, sales, marketing, and customer success teams to align strategies and deliver seamless product launches.
Market Analysis: Conduct market research, customer interviews, and competitive analysis to inform product strategy and identify new opportunities.
Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the product lifecycle from ideation to sunset, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with market needs.
Customer Advocacy: Act as the voice of the customer, ensuring the platform meets and exceeds user expectations.
Metrics & KPIs: Define, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and refine strategy.
Product Enablement: Equip internal teams with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively sell, market, and support the platform.
Qualifications
Experience: 10+ years of product management experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role within SaaS companies.
Industry Knowledge: Deep expertise in enterprise software and SaaS platform ecosystems.
Agile Expertise: Familiarity with agile methodologies and the ability to adapt quickly to change.
Technical Proficiency: Experience with API-driven platforms, developer ecosystems, and platform-level tools like Jira and Aha!.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
Bonus Experience: Background in corporate learning, HR information systems, or enterprise learning solutions.
Compensation and Benefits
Degreed is passionate about pay transparency and we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total pay range for this role is $250,000 - $300,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
We believe your best work happens when you have a complete life balance, and Degreed gives you the support and flexibility to make that happen. Degreed is committed to delivering a comprehensive benefits program that provides the support you need. At the time of this posting, this role is eligible to participate in the following benefits and wellness programs:
Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family (both PPO and HDHP plans available)
Dental and vision plans for you and your family
Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Company funded HSA and dependent care FSA (pending eligibility)
Generous Parental Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off and 5 sick days per year
Education benefit: An annual allowance to support your learning journey—explore anything you want to learn (and we mean anything!).
One-time Home Office Stipend to make your workspace more comfortable
Monthly internet and phone stipend
Monthly wellness stipend through Forma
Wellness programs focused on your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing
*Degreed reserves the right to modify these benefits at any time, for any reason in accordance with applicable law. Please note the offerings vary based on location.At Degree we value
At Degreed we valueDiversity and Inclusion: We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and aim to build an environment where everyone can thrive.Growth Mindset: We encourage continuous learning and development for our employees to grow their careers in line with their unique skills and goals.Collaboration: We believe the best ideas come from teams working together, and we foster open communication and teamwork.By joining our team, you’ll be part of a community that values continuous learning, collaboration, and making an impact. If you are passionate about driving change through learning and upskilling, we encourage you to apply and become a key contributor to our mission.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Degreed offers a range of work arrangements depending on the role. Some positions are fully remote, while others are hybrid if you’re near an office. Please check the job details for specifics.
In remote or hybrid roles, you’ll collaborate virtually using tools like Zoom and Slack. You’ll need to operate a laptop and remain stationary for extended periods, with the ability to interpret written and verbal communication.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible work environment that enables you to thrive.
Additional Information
Degreed provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We believe in the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Degreed will provide reasonable accommodations to those with disabilities during the application, interview, and employment process.
In line with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Degreed participates in the E-Verify employment verification program.
Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants
Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available here: Ireland/EU, United Kingdom, and California. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required.
Fraudulent Recruitment Warning
Please be aware of fraudulent recruitment activities using the name “Degreed.” Scammers may impersonate Degreed, our website, or our team in recruitment scams. Degreed does not conduct recruitment through WhatsApp, Telegram, or any direct-messaging platforms. Official communication will always come from a Degreed.com email or phone number during the interview process. We do not request sensitive personal or financial information in unsolicited communications, nor do we offer roles requiring upfront payments or promising unrealistic returns. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious recruitment activity.
Apply Now