Senior Principal, Software Product Management

Job Description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, ''the stuff dreams are made of,'' we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role:
Join our dynamic team at WBD, a leader in the media technology industry, as we continue to innovate and provide cutting-edge solutions that revolutionize media workflows. We are looking for a seasoned Principal Software Product Manager to lead the development and management of our media workflow products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software product management with specific experience in media workflows, project management, and cross-functional leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
• Define and drive the product strategy and roadmap for our media workflow system products, ensuring alignment with business goals and market needs.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, marketing, and customer support teams to deliver high-quality products that exceed customer expectations.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Engage directly with customers to gather detailed feedback and incorporate it into product development.
• Define and prioritize product requirements and user stories, ensuring clarity and feasibility for development teams.
• Oversee the product lifecycle from concept to launch, including beta tests and post-launch assessment.
• Foster a collaborative environment and guide cross-functional teams to achieve product milestones and deliverables.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate product success and identify areas for improvement.
• Deliver product presentations and demonstrations to stakeholders and at industry events.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the technological and competitive landscape as it pertains to media workflows.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field; an MBA is a plus.
• 8+ years of experience in product management within the software/technology sector, with at least 3 years focused on media workflow systems.
• Proven experience managing all aspects of a successful software product throughout its lifecycle.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Technical proficiency with media workflow technologies and understanding of the production and broadcasting processes.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and comfortable guiding Agile project teams.

Preferred Skills:
• Certification in Product Management.
• Experience in user interface design and user experience considerations.
• Demonstrated ability in working with global teams and managing remote employees.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.

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