Head of Product

Base pay range$140,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yrAbout Black SpectaclesAre you a strategic, customer-centric Head of Product who can balance big-picture vision with detailed execution — connecting every decision to measurable business impact? At Black Spectacles, we're proud to be the leader in our space — with the strongest brand, a thriving business, an incredible opportunity for continued growth. As an entrepreneurial company, we're ambitious in our plans to support the architecture community, fostering an environment where excellence, innovation, and collaboration thrive. We believe that success in product comes from curiosity, collaboration, and a relentless focus on creating value for customers — and at Black Spectacles you'll find all three.What We OfferA team that lives and celebrates our values dailyRegular opportunities to see and feel the impact of your workA fully remote work environment, complemented by semi-annual company trips to build connectionsBlack Spectacles has been recognized by Great Place to Work and Built In as a great place to work, by the American Institute of Architects for the national impact we're having on the profession of architecture, and by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in the country.Our Ideal TeammateIs motivated by contributing to a mission-driven company that supports the architecture and design communityIs analytical and detail-oriented, producing precise, high-quality work while respecting plans, timelines, and standardsBrings creative problem solving while staying grounded in customer insight, financial responsibility, and solid executionBalances customer needs, business priorities, and product execution with sound judgmentTakes ownership and accountability for outcomesEncourages calculated risks and shares ideas in a supportive environmentTakes a world-class approach to their work and values collaborationLives our values of excellence, innovation, and taking care of our peopleRole OverviewAs a Head of Product, you'll own major areas of our SaaS-based online learning platform and eLearning products. You'll translate strategic direction into actionable product plans, oversee backlogs, and guide cross-functional execution to deliver high-quality releases. You'll work closely with Engineering, Learning/Content, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success to ensure decisions are grounded in customer insight and business outcomes such as ROI — with clear trade-offs, success metrics, and risk rationale. You'll help maintain clarity and momentum by organizing priorities, setting steady rhythms, and supporting teams to deliver high-quality products. We offer a competitive base salary of $140,000 to $190,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.ResponsibilitiesProduct Strategy & RoadmapDefine and sequence priorities with clear business cases (ROI, cost, and time-to-value) and establish a regular review cadenceOwn customer insight — build a consistent discovery rhythm through customer calls, surveys, and experiments, and communicate insights clearly and practically across teamsDevelop, prioritize, and maintain the product roadmap in collaboration with stakeholdersRequirements & DocumentationDefine clear, testable requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria in JIRA and related tools that reflect customer insight and business outcomesCollaborate with design and engineering to scope features and ensure alignment with customer needsExecution & DeliveryStrengthen structure through launch plans, checklists, and decision logs to support collaboration and predictable deliveryTrack leading indicators and post-launch results, communicating lessons learned and next stepsPartner with Engineering to ensure timely, high-quality product releasesApply the right delivery approach for each initiative, drawing on experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologiesCollaborate with Marketing and Sales to coordinate product launches, communications, and go-to-market strategiesCross-Team CollaborationBuild alignment and trust across Engineering, Learning, Marketing, Sales, and Leadership through clear, data-informed communicationEnsure alignment on priorities, timelines, and success metricsServe as a strong advocate for the customer while balancing business needsMentor and coach an early-career teammate on discovery, backlog management, and outcome-driven planningBusiness & Financial AccountabilityFavor small, testable experiments before large investmentsMake disciplined trade-offs between opportunity, effort, and business impact, presenting clear ROI or payback expectationsProactively surface constraints and mitigation plansRequirementsBachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience12+ years of professional experience, including 8+ years in product management rolesProven success owning and scaling SaaS-based products, ideally in online learning or related industriesExperience working effectively in both Agile and Waterfall environmentsStrong track record of delivering measurable customer and business impact through product strategy and executionDeep financial literacy (ROI, unit economics, payback) with a disciplined, results-oriented approach to decision-makingExperience leading customer discovery and translating insights into actionable product directionSkilled with analytics tools (e.g., Mixpanel, Amplitude, GA) to guide decisions and measure outcomesEffective collaborator who builds trust across Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Content, and LeadershipExcellent communication and influencing skills to align stakeholders and drive executionExperience mentoring or coaching product team members is a plusAbility to travel quarterly for in-person meetings and company eventsBenefitsWork From Home: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely year-roundComprehensive Benefits: Starting day one, access to BCBS Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance coverageSavings & Retirement Plans: FSAs, HSAs, and a 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%Generous Paid Time Off: Accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation annually, along with 8 holidays, 2 floating holidays, and up to 1 week of sick leaveReferral Program: Earn rewards by referring top talent to our teamTeam Building: Enjoy semi-annual team gatherings and events that foster collaboration and camaraderieIf you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact at Black Spectacles, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and tell us why you're interested in this role.Black Spectacles is an equal-opportunity employer.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProduct ManagementIndustriesIT Services and IT ConsultingJ-18808-Ljbffr