Product Development Director

The Opportunity As the Director of Product Development, you will spearhead operational excellence and innovation in our product development arm, with an initial focus on proprietary cybersecurity solutions and expansion into a broader portfolio spanning Booz Allen’s strategic business lines. This role is pivotal in establishing repeatable processes for productization, ensuring technical excellence, scalability, and market relevance across all phases—from proof‑of‑concept and viability pilots to fully scalable, profitable products. By providing hands‑on oversight and fostering a high‑performance culture, the Director will complement the SVP’s vision, driving Booz Allen’s transformation into a market leader in mission‑focused, outcome‑based products without duplicating leadership responsibilities. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required. Job Details Job Number: R0227438 Product Development Director Responsibilities Act as the primary operational leader for the product development organization, overseeing day‑to‑day team structure, processes, technical quality, and functional delivery to develop, market, and deliver industry‑leading products. Manage and mentor high‑performing, cross‑functional teams of engineers, product architects, and designers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement while ensuring alignment with Booz Allen’s broader product strategy. Drive the establishment of long‑term processes, best practices, and playbooks for product development phases, making productization repeatable, predictable, and efficient to support rapid portfolio growth. Provide technical thought leadership in architecting and implementing advanced solutions, leveraging cloud, AI, agentic design, and Booz Allen’s deep cybersecurity expertise to create novel, differentiated products. Collaborate closely with sub‑organizations, including Product Management (PM), Technical Product Management (TPM), Go‑to‑Market (GTM), Pricing, and Strategy and Ops to translate client needs into actionable features and deliver high‑impact, commercially viable products. Partner with teams outside the product vertical to enable IP‑driven service delivery, ensuring seamless integration between products and Booz Allen’s services for holistic, differentiated offerings. Establish and enforce best practices for secure software development, agile methodologies, and DevSecOps, while monitoring engineering metrics to optimize performance and mitigate risks. Engage with clients, stakeholders, and technology partners to address evolving cybersecurity challenges, regulatory requirements, and mission needs, providing senior‑level input to refine product roadmaps. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have 15+ years of experience in progressive leadership in software product development and engineering. 8+ years of experience in a senior role leading large‑scale engineering organizations within complex, matrixed environments in consulting or services companies transitioning to product‑led models. Experience developing and launching proprietary software products from inception to market success, including scaling teams and processes in dynamic, high‑stakes settings. Experience in service‑oriented organizations, driving product business transformations and bridging product engineering with service delivery. Experience in cybersecurity, including threat detection, risk mitigation, secure software architecture, and emerging technologies like AI and cloud‑native solutions. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, delivering projects on time and within budget, and fostering high‑performance cultures. Ability to influence executive stakeholders, drive organizational change, and operate as a trusted advisor to C‑level leaders. Bachelor’s degree in a Computer Science or Engineering field. Nice if You Have Experience leading the development and deployment of SaaS products and platforms on cloud hyperscalers, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), with a focus on scalability and security. Experience in integrating product solutions with existing service delivery models to create unified offerings that enhance client outcomes and drive revenue. Experience with innovation in software development, Artificial Intelligence, analytic data solutions, and agentic architectures. Knowledge of federal or mission‑critical domains, including regulatory compliance and client engagement in government or defense sectors. Ability to establish and scale agile product development processes in fast‑paced environments, including implementing CI/CD pipelines and engineering playbooks. Possession of exceptional communication skills, including articulating complex technical concepts to both engineering teams and executive audiences. Master’s degree in Business Administration. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. Salary for this position is $162,800.00 to $303,000.00 (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date. Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Work Model If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility. If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role. Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. #J-18808-Ljbffr