Senior Product Manager, Smart Data Products [gn] Europe

Actian is a leading provider of data management solutions, empowering businesses to harness the power of their data. This role offers competitive compensation, including base salary and variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, location, and experience. We are looking for a visionary Senior Product Manager to lead the next generation of Smart Data Products within our ecosystem. You will be at the forefront of a new way of interacting with data through reliable and trustworthy AI agents, providing innovative interactions between users and information. Using Actian's Data Intelligence Platform as our core platform, you will bridge the gap between high-level strategic vision and agile technical execution. You will not only manage a backlog but also co-create alongside engineering teams using AI-driven development workflows. This is a fully remote, senior individual contributor role with high strategic visibility.

Responsibilities

Translate the CPTO's strategic vision into a concrete, scalable Data Product roadmap; Participate in the product lifecycle from discovery through launch, iteration, and adoption; Lead the full lifecycle of Data Products development, ensuring they are discoverable, trustworthy, and valuable within Actian's Data Intelligence Platform; Oversee the development of AI agents that control data products, enabling conversational and proactive interactions for end-users; Lead cross-functional squads in an agile environment, collaborating with Engineering, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success; Champion the use of AI product development tooling to accelerate delivery and optimize product features; Partner with Go-to-Market teams to position Data Products value proposition, shape product messaging, and drive adoption; Navigate the complexity of corporate environments while maintaining the agility of a startup

Requirements

5+ years in Software Product Management, with specific focus on Data Products, Data Platforms, or AI/ML products; Experience working as a product manager on open source technologies; Experience in both fast-paced startup environments and complex corporate structures; Deep understanding of Data Governance, Data Catalogs, and the modern data stack; Ability to debate strategic inputs and then dive into the concrete inputs for engineering at ground level; Skilled at translating customer and stakeholder needs into innovative product features; Track record of shipping enterprise-grade SaaS features from ideation through scale; Able to balance short-term execution with long-term vision; Customer-driven and passionate about customer success; Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field

Nice to have

Prior work experience in the data management domain (e.g., data catalogs, databases, major CSPs, key data-oriented user personas and their use cases); At least 1 year owning zero-to-one or early-stage product launches

Benefits

The chance to be part of an innovative, fast-growing company making a significant impact in the data management space; Collaboration with a passionate and diverse team; Competitive salary and benefits package; Flexible work arrangements (remote or hybrid); Opportunities for professional growth and development