Sr Director, Product Management, AI / ML

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Job Summary

The Product Platform Team is responsible for building industry "best-in-class" platforms for Enterprise Storage and AI. We are responsible for delivering a set of shared platforms and services that innovate to power the storage and data management needs of Fortune 500 companies spanning enterprise and cloud deployments. Additionally, the platform team provides differentiated value by providing Storage Services   to power the data. The foundational technologies under the Platform team - ONTAP, BlueXP, VSA, AIQ, Common Design Frameworks - form the building blocks that power current and future products and solutions at NetApp across on-prem and Cloud.

We have a unique opportunity to lead and drive the AI/ML business strategy and execution for NetApp as part of our Product Platform Team   and collaborate with partner teams such as hardware, cloud, data services, solutions, GTM, product marketing, data analytics, services, channel, customer experience and corporate strategy to enable customer value across the NetApp’s product portfolio. 
Given the criticality and high growth of the modern AI/ML workloads and deep learning   use cases across existing and new customer deployments, NetApp’s Product Platform Team is looking for a Senior Director, Product Management to lead the AI/ML strategy and execution for NetApp. This role reports to the Senior Vice President (SVP) of Platform Product and Engineering. 
This is a highly visible, cross product, cross functional strategic leadership role that requires a deep understanding of AI infrastructure and software platform domains along with proven expertise in product management. The Senior Director of Product will lead AI/ML product strategy at NetApp and play a critical role in shaping our customer-centric and innovative product offerings. 
Success in this role will be measured by achieving key milestones and objectives in the areas of AI infrastructure related product strategy development and customer experience enhancement.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead AI/ML efforts at NetApp driving the strategy for AI/ML workloads and play a critical role in shaping our customer-centric and innovative product offerings.
• Develop modern storage platform and infrastructure vision for modern AI infrastructure, generative AI, AIaaS use cases and working hand in hand with technology partners to determine feasibility and prioritization.
• Lead the full lifecycle of product management for AI/ML product offerings from ideation to optimization of existing features.
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration with business, engineering, data science, data services, cloud, solutions, GTM, Partner, Customer Experience and UX/UI teams to conceptualize and refine AI-driven product innovations.
• Grow business and rapidly stay ahead of the market and competition, getting the Product Platform ready supporting AI infrastructure deployments across enterprise and cloud.
• Must be committed to continuous learning, staying abreast of the latest developments and trends in AI and ML to ensure our product offerings remain at the forefront of industry innovation.
• Communicate complex AI/ML concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with the executive team to align product strategy with business objectives and contribute to the company's overall growth and success.
• Build strong connections with internal and external stakeholders to create and deploy portfolio, product, solution, and delivery strategies.
• Inspire confidence with internal and external stakeholders with clear communication and expertise in Market Sizing - Understands market analysis & the changing competitive landscape in the product space.
• Work with Analysts to articulate our strategy and optimize our positioning in relation to competition.

Job Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product management in high growth medium/large enterprise or startup environments in AI Infrastructure & software platforms with a focus on building AI/ML infrastructure products for 3~5 years.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a demonstrated track record of driving successful product launches.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable with all levels of management and able to communicate and present effectively to executive audiences.
• Collaboration & Communication - Builds strong connections with internal and external stakeholders to create and deploy portfolio, product, solution, and delivery strategies.
• High level of product and organizational complexity, requiring both deep technical chops and ability to influence direction across organizational boundaries.
• Background in AI/ML infrastructure, solid technical product management experience, experience running large cross-org projects, and a proven track record of delivering high-scale, heavily used solutions.Future-looking lens to guide strategic product thinking.
• Self-motivated, bias towards action, capable of defining objectives and delivering workstreams start to finish with limited oversight.
• Data-driven mindset, with proficiency in leveraging analytics and market insights to inform product decisions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required, Masters or PhD degree is a plus. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:
NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification. 

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Why NetApp?

In a world full of generalists, NetApp is a specialist. No one knows how to elevate the world’s biggest clouds like NetApp. We are data-driven and empowered to innovate. Trust, integrity, and teamwork all combine to make a difference for our customers, partners, and communities. 
 
We expect a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time off per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations.  We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family.  We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. We also offer financial savings programs to help you plan for your future.  
 
If you run toward knowledge and problem-solving, join us. 

USA Residents Only: 
The base salary hiring wage range for this position which the Company reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position in the specified geographic areas or locations, is [$292,491 - [$357,489]. Final compensation will be dependent on various factors relevant to the position and candidate such as geographical location, candidate qualifications, certifications, relevant job-related work experience, education, skillset and other relevant business and organizational factors, consistent with applicable law. In addition, the position may include some of the following comprehensive benefits such Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(K), Paid Time off (PTO), sick time, leave of absence as per the FMLA and other relevant leave laws, Company bonus/commission, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s).