Staff Product Manager

Posted on 9/7/2023

1,001-5,000 employees

Human Resources Services

Company Overview

Remote opens the vast potential of the world for every person, business, and country, building a world where every person and business truly belongs. We empower companies of all sizes to pay and manage full-time and contract workers around the world. Remote makes it easy to manage international payroll, benefits, taxes, stock options, and compliance in 50+ countries. No matter where your team lives and works, our best-in-class global employment solutions provide the best experience for your workers. Our ironclad intellectual property protections and industry-leading security guarantee give you peace of mind across the globe. Best of all, Remote never charges percentages or fees: one low flat rate helps you control your budget so you can focus on growing your business.

Locations

Remote

Experience Level

Entry

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Mid

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Expert

Desired Skills

Marketing

Communications

CategoriesNew

Product

Requirements

Successful Product Manager: Demonstrated track record of successful product management, leading initiatives from concept to launch
API Mastery: Proven experience managing complex APIs, including versioning, security, and design principles
White Label Partnership Experience: Prior involvement in managing an extensive API for white label partnerships is essential
Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives that align with business objectives
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong track record of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, including partnerships, operations teams, engineering, design, marketing and product teams
Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of API best practices, developer tooling, and API-related technologies
Innovative Problem-Solving: Creative thinker with a knack for devising scalable solutions to support the onboarding of multiple strategic partners
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Leadership: Proven experience leading and mentoring teams to achieve ambitious goals
Lead the "Powered By Remote" Partner API initiative, driving its success as a top company goal for the year
Define the strategic roadmap for the Partner API, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs
Collaborate closely with the partnerships team to understand partner requirements and translate them into effective API solutions
Design and oversee the development of developer tools and resources that enable partners to integrate Remote's products seamlessly
Use your expertise to ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of the Partner API in accordance with industry best practices
Collaborate with various product areas to ensure a cohesive and integrated experience for partners and end-users
Work closely with external API partners to design and deliver integrated solutions that enhance the user experience
Optimize and enhance the API's functionality by monitoring and analyzing API performance metrics and making data-driven decisions
Mentor and guide cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually improve the Partner API and related offerings
Please fill out the form below and upload your CV with a PDF format
We kindly ask you to submit your application and CV in English, as this is the standardised language we use here at Remote
If you don't have an up to date CV but you are still interested in talking to us, please feel free to add a copy of your LinkedIn profile instead

Responsibilities

This is an exciting time to join Remote and make a personal difference in the global employment space. Remote is a leading global employment platform that empowers businesses to hire, manage, and pay distributed teams around the world. Our innovative solutions transform the way companies operate, enabling them to tap into a vast pool of talent, streamline operations, and expand their global reach. As we continue to revolutionize the future of work, we're seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Product Manager to join our Product team and lead Remote's "Powered By Remote" initiative to new heights of success
As a Staff Product Manager for Remote's Partner API, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our "Powered By Remote" program. In this high-profile position, you will be responsible for overseeing Remote's partner API and developer tools, enabling strategic partners to seamlessly integrate Remote's products into their platforms. Your strategic vision, deep API expertise, and collaborative leadership will be essential in delivering integrated solutions that drive revenue growth and deliver exceptional value to both partners and customers

About Remote

Remote is solving global remote organizations’ biggest challenge: employing anyone anywhere compliantly. We make it possible for businesses big and small to employ a global team by handling global payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance. Check out remote.com/how-it-works to learn more or if you’re interested in adding to the mission, scroll down to apply now.

Please take a look at remote.com/handbook to learn more about our culture and what it is like to work here. Not only do we encourage folks from all ethnic groups, genders, sexuality, age and abilities to apply, but we prioritize a sense of belonging. You can check out independent reviews by other candidates on Glassdoor or look up the results of our candidate surveys to see how others feel about working and interviewing here.

All of our positions are fully remote. You do not have to relocate to join us!

The position

This is an exciting time to join Remote and make a personal difference in the global employment space. Remote is a leading global employment platform that empowers businesses to hire, manage, and pay distributed teams around the world. Our innovative solutions transform the way companies operate, enabling them to tap into a vast pool of talent, streamline operations, and expand their global reach. As we continue to revolutionize the future of work, we’re seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Product Manager to join our Product team and lead Remote’s "Powered By Remote" initiative to new heights of success.

As a Staff Product Manager for Remote’s Partner API, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our "Powered By Remote" program. In this high-profile position, you will be responsible for overseeing Remote’s partner API and developer tools, enabling strategic partners to seamlessly integrate Remote’s products into their platforms. Your strategic vision, deep API expertise, and collaborative leadership will be essential in delivering integrated solutions that drive revenue growth and deliver exceptional value to both partners and customers.

What you bring

Successful Product Manager: Demonstrated track record of successful product management, leading initiatives from concept to launch.
API Mastery: Proven experience managing complex APIs, including versioning, security, and design principles.
White Label Partnership Experience: Prior involvement in managing an extensive API for white label partnerships is essential.
Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives that align with business objectives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong track record of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, including partnerships, operations teams, engineering, design, marketing and product teams.
Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of API best practices, developer tooling, and API-related technologies.
Innovative Problem-Solving: Creative thinker with a knack for devising scalable solutions to support the onboarding of multiple strategic partners.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Leadership: Proven experience leading and mentoring teams to achieve ambitious goals.

What this job can offer you

Lead the "Powered By Remote" Partner API initiative, driving its success as a top company goal for the year.
Define the strategic roadmap for the Partner API, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
Collaborate closely with the partnerships team to understand partner requirements and translate them into effective API solutions.
Design and oversee the development of developer tools and resources that enable partners to integrate Remote’s products seamlessly.
Use your expertise to ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of the Partner API in accordance with industry best practices.
Collaborate with various product areas to ensure a cohesive and integrated experience for partners and end-users.
Work closely with external API partners to design and deliver integrated solutions that enhance the user experience.
Optimize and enhance the API’s functionality by monitoring and analyzing API performance metrics and making data-driven decisions.
Mentor and guide cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually improve the Partner API and related offerings.

Application process

Profile review (reviewed async)
Interview with recruiter
Interview with future manager
Async exercise and live exercise review with a peer
Interviews with stakeholders
Offer (shared async)
Reference calls

Practicals

You’ll report to: Product Director
Direct reports: This is an individual contributor position
Team: Product
Location: This role can be based anywhere. Initial preference will be given to candidates based in the Americas region.

Remote compensation policy

Remote’s Total Rewards philosophy is to ensure fair, unbiased compensation and fair equity pay along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate. We do not agree to or encourage cheap-labor practices and therefore we ensure to pay above in-location rates. We hope to inspire other companies to support global talent-hiring and bring local wealth to developing countries.

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Benefits

Our full benefits & perks are explained in our handbook at remote.com/r/benefits. As a global company, each country works differently, but some benefits/perks are for all Remoters:

work from anywhere
unlimited personal time off (minimum 4 weeks)
quarterly company-wide day off for self care
flexible working hours (we are async)
16 weeks paid parental leave
mental health support services
stock options
learning budget
home office budget & IT equipment
budget for local in-person social events or co-working spaces

How you’ll plan your day (and life)

We work async at Remote which means you can plan your schedule around your life (and not around meetings). Read more at remote.com/async.

You will be empowered to take ownership and be proactive. When in doubt you will default to action instead of waiting. Your life-work balance is important and you will be encouraged to put yourself and your family first, and fit work around your needs.

If that sounds like something you want, apply now!

How to apply

Please fill out the form below and upload your CV with a PDF format.
We kindly ask you to submit your application and CV in English, as this is the standardised language we use here at Remote.
If you don’t have an up to date CV but you are still interested in talking to us, please feel free to add a copy of your LinkedIn profile instead.

We will ask you to voluntarily tell us your pronouns at interview stage, and you will have the option to answer our anonymous demographic questionnaire when you apply below. As an equal employment opportunity employer it’s important to us that our workforce reflects people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences and this data will help us to stay accountable. We thank you for providing this data, if you chose to.

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