Senior Director, Digital and AI Tech Product Management

Role Description

Risepoint is poised to transform the organization using technology and an AI-first mindset. We are seeking a strategic and highly motivated Sr Director of Digital Product & AI Strategy to lead the discovery, definition, and development of technology solutions that enhance the end-to-end lifecycle of online university programs.

• Own AI/digital use case development.
• Work with a cross-functional team to drive build vs buy decisions.
• Identify solutions with a rigorous, ROI first lens.
• Uncover friction points universities face—from student discovery and application to enrollment, persistence, and graduation.
• Turn insights into scalable digital products that enhance outcomes for students and institutional partners.

The ideal candidate is an experienced product leader who combines strong product vision, analytical thinking, and exceptional execution skills. They have deep knowledge of university systems and processes and can confidently engage with senior leaders at partner institutions.

• Thrive in an environment with limited oversight.
• Demonstrate outstanding communication and executive presence.
• Independently drive complex, multi-stakeholder product initiatives from concept through delivery.

This role would be strategically focused and would not have any direct reports during the initial year.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of tech product management experience, with significant time spent in digital product leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of university systems, processes, and online program operations (e.g., CRM, SIS, LMS, admissions workflows, student support models, marketing funnels).
• Proven experience driving AI-led product development and workflow transformation inside an organization.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a builder mentality.

Requirements

• Experience with EdTech firms or universities.
• Ability to independently lead discovery, build requirements, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Strong analytical mindset; able to structure ambiguous problems and make data-driven decisions.

Benefits

• Equal-opportunity employer.
• Supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.