VP, Product

At Bitly, we believe in the power of the link or scan - to start a conversation, build a relationship or grow a business. Our mission is to turn every interaction into a catalyst for connections. It’s what motivates us to help people share, promote and engage everywhere on the Internet. We do this by being relentlessly product-focused, fostering the free-flowing exchange of ideas, and inspiring people around the world to dream up new ways of using Bitly.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy that aligns with the company's vision and objectives
• Interpret & translate data analytics and user insights to set & track key performance metrics, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize for business goals- this includes forecasting key performance indicators and aligning with Bitly’s operational plan
• Provide leadership to help teams define and prioritize the product roadmap based on market research, user feedback, and business goals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including go-to-market & other engineering, product, and design teams to align product strategy with overall business objectives
• Champion user-centric design principles and best practices to deliver an intuitive and engaging content experience for our users
• Lead the development of new products from ideation to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define requirements, prioritize features, and drive execution
• Identify and evaluate strategic partnerships and integrations that enhance the value proposition of our content platform and expand our reach
• Develop strategies to improve customer retention and satisfaction, including gathering feedback, addressing customer needs, and enhancing product usability
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to identify growth opportunities and maintain Bitly's competitive edge
• Lead teams to execute against a strategy to operationalize the self-service user journey

Who You Are

• 7-10 years experience in a combination of  product & product leadership roles, working for a product led SaaS company
• Strong leadership and team-building skills and experience, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious goals
• Experience with agile development methodologies and product management tools
• Startup to scale up stage experience preferred  
• Demonstrated track record of developing product strategies and owning key business outcomes
• Deep knowledge of data analysis, user segmentation, and experimentation methodologies
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing and highly engaged teams
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Understanding of product led SaaS businesses and strategy; experience with mergers and acquisitions preferred
• Breadth of skills, with the ability to move between strategic planning and ideation, as well as hands-on execution
• Makes high-stakes, difficult decisions that align with organizational values and ethics

US Employee Benefits

Your benefits start on Day 1!

Health: 

• Inclusive health, dental, vision built to support diverse lifestyles through Aetna & Kaiser
• One Medical membership: Doctors you can text, call or email 24/7 and receive access to expert insurance guidance

Wellbeing:

• Wellness reimbursement program
• Enhanced care for reproductive health, family planning, pediatrics with Maven
• Robust mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential counseling services through Lyra.
• Impactful community building through our Employee Resource Groups
• Global DEI training programs and guest speakers throughout the year

Financial: 

• Generous HSA Contribution from Bitly
• 401k with up to 4% employer match through Betterment, access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan-ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years
• Company Stock Options
• Life Insurance - Company provided and supplemental
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Unlimited PTO Policy (vacation, sick, & personal), including Mental Health days and 2 annual “Recharge” weeks 
• Partial cell phone and WiFi service reimbursement
• Full support for remote work, including a $500 home office stipend
• Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, LegalShield, IDShield, Hospitalization, and Accident coverages
• Generous parental leave policies; maternity and parental leave for growing families
• Budget for professional development opportunities, including courses and conference attendance 
• Coworking reimbursement - $350 on a quarterly basis

Eligibility & Closing

US applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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