Director of Product Management

Anaconda is built to advance AI with open source at scale, giving builders and organizations the confidence to increase productivity, and save time, spend and risk associated with open source. 95% of the Fortune 500 including Panasonic, AmTrust, Booz Allen Hamilton and over 50 million users rely on the value The Anaconda AI Platform delivers through a centralized approach to sourcing, securing, building, and deploying AI. With 21 billion downloads and growing, Anaconda has established itself as the gold standard for Python, data science, and AI and the enterprise-ready solution of choice for AI innovation. Anaconda is backed by world-class investors including Insight Partners.

Here is why people love most about working here: We’re not just a company, we’re part of a movement. Our dedicated employees and user community are democratizing data science and creating and promoting open-source technologies for a better world, and our commercial offerings make it possible for enterprise users to leverage the most innovative output from open source in a secure, governed way.

Anaconda is seeking a talented Director of Product, Core Distribution to join our rapidly-growing company. This is an excellent opportunity for you to leverage your experience and skills and apply it to the world of data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

• Lead product strategy and roadmap for Anaconda's core distribution products including Desktop, Notebooks, Conda packages, and Installers that serve millions of users globally
• Manage and mentor a team of product managers supporting 5-10 scrum teams across the distribution product portfolio
• Drive user engagement and retention through improved user experience, feature prioritization, and addressing critical user pain points to maintain competitive advantage against emerging tools
• Establish unified product vision that creates seamless, world-class developer experiences while enabling natural pathways for enterprise adoption and integration
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering leadership, developer relations, technical enablement, and partnerships teams to ensure effective cross-functional execution
• Define and track product success metrics, establish reporting cadence, and use data-driven insights to optimize product-market fit
• Champion user-centered design and development practices that strengthen Anaconda's position as the de facto standard for Python development
• Collaborate with developer community teams to foster engagement and gather feedback that informs product development priorities

What You Need:

• 7-10 years of experience building software or products in Python environments
• Proven track record leading product management teams and working with multiple engineering teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong technical background with ability to engage in detailed discussions with engineering teams about complex technical challenges
• Experience developing developer tools, platforms, or infrastructure products with deep understanding of developer workflows and pain points
• Demonstrated success building products that balance community/open-source needs with commercial business objectives
• You embody our values of Clarity, Care and Candor
• You care deeply about fostering an environment where people of all backgrounds and experiences can flourish

• A strong vision for the future of data science and application development in the age of GenAI-driven development
• Background in machine learning, data science, or AI product development
• Experience building products that serve both individual developers and enterprise customers with seamless integration pathways
• Experience with open-source software development, community building, and ecosystem management
• Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Experience working in an open-source, AI, or data science-oriented company

• You'll thrive in a high-performance environment where results are recognized and rewarded
• Your work directly contributes to shaping the future of data science, machine learning, and AI in the enterprise.
• You'll work alongside a collaborative team that values diverse, thoughtful discussion, clarity and candor.
• You'll be supported by a culture that puts employees first - with flexible hours, a fully remote setup, and a genuine commitment to your wellbeing and growth.

The application deadline for this role is 11/03/2025; applicants will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the role is filled.

The base salary range for this role is $216,500 - $281,750 for candidates in New York City and San Francisco, and $162,500 - $239,500 for other US-based team members, along with annual bonus potential, equity participation, and benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by various factors, including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter will provide more specific details on the salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible Vacation Policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Wellness Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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