Full-Time

Senior Product Manager

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

PayScale

PayScale

501-1,000 employees

Compensation data and salary analytics provider

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$137.2k - $205.8kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus of 15%

Senior

United States

Remote-first model with occasional in-person collaboration; cannot hire in Quebec Province, Northern Ireland, and Hawaii.

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Agile
Data Science
Product Management
SCRUM
Requirements
  • A MS/BS Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
  • 5+ years’ experience as a technical Product Owner or Product Manager designing or developing software in the data space
  • Demonstrated track record in defining product strategy and establishing a clear set of product principles
  • Experience working in data platforms, data management, and data integration
  • Experience driving cross-functional product initiatives that yielded clear user and business outcomes
  • Strong technical background in data and analytic platforms and the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, architects, and scientists
  • Solid communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas, plans, and business cases
  • Independently driven, resourceful, and able to deliver results in a self-directed way
  • Experience working in an Agile/Lean software environment
  • Management experience is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Work cross-functionally across product, engineering, architecture, data/behavioral science, and other areas to successfully develop and market new data products related to compensation.
  • Work closely with developers, product managers, and data/behavioral scientists to understand problems, capture new ideas, and manage a prioritized backlog of requirements.
  • Establish and maintain current knowledge of competitive product positioning, feature sets, and messaging.
  • Assess value, develop cases, and prioritize stories, epics, and themes to ensure work focuses on those with maximum value and is aligned with product strategy.
  • Align stakeholders on priorities and relative investment in feature development.
  • Assist in holding the engineering team accountable for scope, goals, and timelines.
  • Assist in the management of communication around feature plans and delivery.
  • Contribute to a long-term product roadmap that aligns with business objectives and vision.
  • Assist in packaging articulation and strategies for Payscale's platform and products.
  • If necessary, provide leadership to scrum teams as the Product Owner.

PayScale provides compensation data and software solutions to help organizations make informed pay decisions for over 23 million employees. Their products include compensation software that offers current market data and analytics, cloud-based collaboration tools, and survey management services. These tools assist HR professionals and business leaders in determining competitive and fair salaries, which is essential for attracting and retaining talent. PayScale differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on subscription-based access to comprehensive compensation data and analytics, along with resources like demos and best practice guides. The company's goal is to modernize compensation strategies, promote pay equity, and support businesses in achieving their objectives through informed salary decisions.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$136.1M

Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-11%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • PayScale's tools and data services help companies attract and retain top talent by offering competitive salaries, directly impacting employee satisfaction and retention.
  • The company's recent research highlights the importance of proactive and transparent pay practices, positioning PayScale as a thought leader in the compensation management space.
  • With over 8,000 clients, including Fortune 500 companies, PayScale has a strong market presence and a broad client base, ensuring business stability and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in HR and compensation management software is intense, with numerous players vying for market share.
  • Reliance on subscription-based revenue means that economic downturns or budget cuts in client companies could impact PayScale's financial stability.

What makes PayScale unique

  • PayScale's extensive database of compensation data, covering over 23 million employees, provides unparalleled insights for HR professionals, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The company's subscription-based model ensures a steady revenue stream and allows for continuous updates and improvements to their software and data services.
  • PayScale's focus on pay equity and transparent compensation practices aligns with modern HR trends, making it a preferred choice for organizations aiming to foster fair pay practices.

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Benefits

Flexible PTO

Employee assistance plan

FSA

Company matched & vested 401K

Medical, dental, & vision

Generous parental leave

Onsite training & classes

Life & disability insurance