VP Product @ Foundry Digital

Welcome to Foundry, a cryptocurrency pioneer dedicated to advancing decentralized infrastructure. At Foundry, we’re not waiting for a decentralized financial future — we’re building it now. By empowering institutions with the tools they need to mine and stake digital assets, we’re thoughtfully driving the industry forward with our team at the center of it all.

If you thrive on innovation, are inspired by the potential of blockchain technology and are passionate about being part of transformative global changes, then we’d love to connect. At Foundry, your skills will find purpose as you contribute to shaping the architecture of a more equitable and interconnected world through blockchain technology. Come be a vital member of the Foundry team, where your contributions will help empower a decentralized future.

DESCRIPTION: The VP Product is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to join the team at Foundry, a subsidiary of the blockchain industry’s most prolific and active investor, Digital Currency Group.

Reporting to the CTO, the VP Product will lead our dynamic team of product managers and designers. This leadership role is critical in driving the strategic direction of our products, overseeing the entire product lifecycle, and ensuring alignment with our company’s goals and objectives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our product portfolio and contribute to our continued growth and success.

This is a rare invitation to join a small, highly professional entrepreneurial group, with the backing of the most established player in the fast-growing crypto space.

Primary Responsibilities:

What you will do:

Product Leadership and Strategy:
- Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy in alignment with the company’s overall objectives.
- Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of product managers and designers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration with engineering, marketing, sales, and other teams to ensure product success.
Product Lifecycle Management:
- Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation to launch and beyond, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Define product roadmaps, prioritize features, and make data-driven decisions to optimize product performance and user satisfaction.
- Continuously evaluate market trends, customer feedback, and competitive landscape to identify opportunities and challenges.
Team Development and Management:
- Recruit, onboard, and develop top talent within the product management and design teams.
- Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to team members, empowering them to excel in their roles and achieve their career goals.
- Establish clear goals and performance metrics and hold team members accountable for results.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Serve as a key liaison between the product team and senior leadership, providing regular updates on product initiatives, milestones, and KPIs.
- Collaborate with executives, customers, and partners to gather insights, validate product strategies, and foster strong relationships.
Product Innovation and Excellence:
- Champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, encouraging experimentation and risk-taking.
- Drive product excellence by maintaining a relentless focus on user experience, usability, and product quality.
- Promote a data-driven approach to product development, leveraging analytics and user feedback to drive informed decisions.

Minimum qualifications; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, engineering, or related field.
Proven track record of success in product management or related roles, with at least 5 years of experience in leadership positions, with preference given to senior leadership experience.
Deep understanding of product management methodologies, design thinking principles, and agile development practices.
Deep understanding of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain technologies
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear and actionable plans.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire others at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a passion for driving innovation and delivering results.
Proven ability to lead, motivate and engage a team and establish positive partnerships with key stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

MBA or advanced degree
Excellent networking skills with a wide range of industry connections
Experience with risk management and compliance practices
Experience working in a start-up environment and effectively scaling products

Join our team and help us shape the future of our products! If you are a strategic thinker, a collaborative leader, and a passionate advocate for customer success, we want to hear from you.

A range of compensation is provided for transparency, however different factors may affect this range. Some of these factors may include (but are not limited to) education, training, credentials, skills, geographic location, and experience. This range only includes base compensation and does not include other tangible benefits such as 401K match, bonuses, overtime pay, and other benefits.
Range of Compensation: $175,000-$225,000/year

WHAT WE OFFER:

The chance to work in a fast-paced and fun start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact
Competitive base salary, bonus and incentive compensation Unlimited PTO / Flexible time off - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
Professional development budget with flexibility for personal and professional growth
Outstanding health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
401K plan with company contribution (Bermuda: Private pension plan with company contribution)
Flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care (Not available for Bermuda positions)
Paid parental leave

ENVIRONMENT:

Foundry takes pride in an environment which prioritizes our people. We insist that our people first culture builds the framework for all business operations.  

Employees have ample opportunities to voice thoughts, opinions, and ideas through weekly companywide meetings, monthly townhalls, and team outings and events.  

We emphasize the importance of each individual through engagement, teamwork, inclusion, and diversity efforts. 

Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, marital status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factors protected under federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ABOUT FOUNDRY:
At Foundry, we are working toward a common goal of empowering a decentralized infrastructure. Our team is passionate about the future of finance and is looking for other like-minded individuals who share in this vision. While we are inclusive and diverse in workforce and style, we all agree that digital assets will change the world.

Foundry was created to meet the institutional demand for better capital access, efficiency, and transparency in the digital currency mining and staking industry.

As a Digital Currency Group company, Foundry taps unparalleled institutional expertise, capital, and market intelligence to provide North American bitcoin miners and global manufacturers with the resources to build, maintain, and secure decentralized networks.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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