Head of Product

Posted 17 days ago

confidentialSan Jose (CA)

Natural Sciences ManagersSoftware Publishers

SENIORITY

Manager

About the role

Head of ProductAbout the CompanyInnovative company specializing in quantum computing technologyIndustryResearchTypePrivately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Head of Product to play a pivotal role in the evolution of its open-source framework into a scalable, enterprise-grade product. The successful candidate will be the first true product leader, responsible for owning the product function from strategy to lifecycle across a complex, technical platform. This includes leading a product team, driving the transition from free to paid offerings, and partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready solutions. The role demands a leader with a proven track record in product transitions, a strong background in deep tech or technical/scientific products, and experience in building and scaling product organizations. Applicants for the Head of Product position at the company should have a background in deep tech, developer tools, or technical/scientific products, with a focus on 0 to 1 product strategy and scaling product teams. Experience in managing product teams and a comfort level in highly technical, research-driven environments are essential. The ideal candidate will also have experience with open-source products or communities, a background in data infrastructure, MLOps, or scientific SaaS, and a customer-facing experience with enterprise or R&D buyers. The role is suited to a leader with a founder or GM-style experience, who can shape the product's positioning, packaging, and overall direction, and is ready to take on the challenge of guiding the company through this significant transition.FunctionsProduct Management

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