Director of Product Management

Company Description

Schema Ventures is an investment and venture-building firm focused on creating and scaling innovative, technology-driven businesses. The organization partners with founders and operators to develop products and platforms that solve complex, real-world problems. Team members work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that values data-driven decision-making, experimentation, and long-term value creation. Joining Schema Ventures offers the opportunity to shape products from early concept through growth, while collaborating closely with cross-functional experts and portfolio companies. Role Description The Director of Product Management is a full-time remote role responsible for defining and driving product vision, strategy, and execution across one or more Schema Ventures portfolio companies. This role leads end-to-end product lifecycle activities, including discovery, requirements definition, roadmap creation, and feature prioritization. The Director will collaborate closely with engineering, design, data, operations, and go-to-market teams to ensure products meet user needs, business objectives, and market opportunities. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing market and customer data, validating hypotheses, managing product delivery timelines, and continuously improving product performance. The role also includes mentoring product managers, establishing product management best practices, and aligning stakeholders around clear goals and metrics.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong Product Strategy and Product Management skills, including defining vision, building roadmaps, and managing the full product lifecycle. Candidates should possess robust Analytical Skills, including comfort with data analysis, experimentation, and using metrics to guide decisions. Candidates should possess proven Team Leadership abilities, including coaching product managers and influencing cross-functional partners. Candidates should possess effective Project Management skills to coordinate timelines, manage dependencies, and ensure on-time delivery. Experience leading digital or technology products in high-growth or startup environments. Ability to operate autonomously in a remote setting, with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with agile methodologies, user research practices, and modern product discovery techniques. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline); advanced degree is a plus.