Starburst is the data platform for analytics, applications, and AI, unifying data across clouds and on-premises to accelerate AI innovation. Organizations—from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises in 60+ countries—rely on Starburst for fast data access, seamless collaboration, and enterprise-grade governance on an open hybrid data lakehouse. Wherever data lives, Starburst unlocks its full potential, powering data and AI from development to deployment. By future-proofing data architecture, Starburst helps businesses fuel innovation with AI.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a critical product for one of the fastest-growing companies in the data industry. As a Director of Product, you will lead the product management team for our SaaS offering, Starburst Galaxy, which is growing 94% year over year. In this role, you will drive roadmap development and spearhead strategic initiatives to ensure that we are accelerating Galaxy’s growth exponentially. You will inspire your team across Starburst to define vision, evaluate market opportunities, analyze industry trends and customer needs, and prioritize features and improvements. This is a highly visible and impactful role at a pivotal time in Starburst’s journey.
As Director of Product Management, you will:
- Develop and maintain a compelling roadmap aligned with our company strategy in collaboration with engineering and stakeholders across the organization
- Work cross-functionally to drive the GTM strategy, including pricing, packaging, sales motions, and marketing campaigns
- Manage product launches, ensuring success and customer adoption of new product features
- Lead strategic initiatives such as partnerships, key customer engagements, and M&A.
- Build, manage, and mentor a team of Product Managers
- Develop strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to gather feedback and insights as well as maintain alignment and a shared product vision
- Define and track key product metrics to measure the success of Galaxy and drive data-driven decision making
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to inform product strategy and roadmap decisions
Some of the things we look for:
- 10+ years of product management experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role
- Proven ability to drive successful product strategy and roadmap development
- Experience launching and scaling SaaS products
- Experience building and leading a team of Product Managers, fostering collaboration and accountability
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively
- Deep technical understanding of cloud and data infrastructure technologies
- Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
Starburst is dedicated to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range provided for this role reflects the minimum and maximum targets for candidates across all U.S. locations and could be inclusive of variable compensation, such as commission or bonus. All employees receive equity packages (ISOs) and have access to a comprehensive benefits offering. Actual compensation packages are determined based on relevant skills, experience, education and training, and specific work location. For more information, connect with the recruiting team or Hiring Manager during the process as they can provide more detailed information about the salary range.
Pay Range
$240,000—$264,000 USD
All-Stars have the opportunity and freedom to realize their true potential. By building alongside top talent, we’re empowered to take ownership of our careers and drive meaningful change. Anchored in industry-proven technology and unprecedented success, All-Stars are taking on the challenge everyday to disrupt our industry – and the future.
Our global workforce is supported by a competitive Total Rewards program that reflects our commitment to a rewarding and supportive work environment. This includes a variety of benefits like competitive pay, attractive stock grants, flexible paid time off, and more.
We are committed to fostering an intentional, inclusive, and diverse culture that drives deep engagement, authentic belonging, and an exceptional All-Star experience. We believe that diversity of thought, perspective, background and experience will enable us to own what we do, drive our success and empower our All-Stars to show up authentically.
Starburst 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.
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