Global Head of Product Innovation

Overview

Grant Thornton is seeking a Global Head of Product Innovation (Sr. Director) to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below.

Role Summary

We are seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as the Global Head of Product Innovation. This executive will lead the global product development lifecycle—from concept to launch—across multiple markets and regions. A key focus will be scaling product development across global centers, driving innovation, speed, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the global product development and engineering strategy.

Align product and technology roadmaps with business objectives and market opportunities.

Build and scale product capabilities across international delivery centers (e.g., Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific).

Standardize processes and governance to ensure consistency and quality across regions.

Optimize global resource allocation and leverage time zone advantages for continuous development cycles.

Lead high-performing global teams across product development.

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence.

Oversee the full product lifecycle : ideation, design, development, testing, launch, and iteration.

Drive Agile and Lean methodologies across teams.

Incorporate low-code / no-code platforms such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Alteryx, and other workflow automation tools to accelerate software development and enhance operational efficiency.

Set engineering standards for scalability, security, and performance.

Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to enhance product capabilities.

Partner with regional leaders, marketing, sales, and customer success to ensure product-market fit.

Communicate product vision and progress to executive leadership and board members.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in product development leadership, with global scope.

Proven success in scaling product development across international centers.

Deep understanding of software development, hardware integration (if applicable), and product lifecycle management.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.

Preferred Experience

Experience of multiple programming languages such as Python, Java, etc.

Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and Big-O notions for efficient coding and performance optimization.

Familiarity with software development methodologies like Agile, DevOps, and CI / CD pipelines to ensure effective, collaborative workflows and rapid deployment.

Database expertise and SQL skills for managing and querying relational and non-relational databases.

Understanding of AI and ML frameworks.

Experience in SaaS, IoT, consumer electronics, or enterprise software.

Familiarity with regulatory environments across regions (e.g., GDPR, ISO, FDA).

Multilingual or experience working in multilingual environments.

The base salary ranges for this position are as follows : in the firm's Chicago, IL, Downers Grove, IL, Denver, CO and Baltimore, MD offices only : between $206,300 and $343,800 per year.

In the firm's Washington, DC, Bellevue, WA, Los Angeles, CA, Newport Beach, CA, San Diego, CA, Iselin, NJ and New York, NY offices only : between $222,804 and $371,304 per year.

In the firm's San Francisco, CA and San Jose, CA offices only : between $237,245 and $395,370 per year.

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more : more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities : Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services - and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

About the Team

The team you're about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here's how :

We empower you with options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life, including flexible work arrangements. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site.

We support you to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.

We recognize diverse needs and provide personalized benefits that empower all identities, roles and aspirations. See more at www.gt.com / careers

We are committed to inclusion and diversity, with actions beyond checking boxes. Learn more at www.gt.com / careers

Here's what you can expect next :

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us better at www.gt.com / careers.

Benefits

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit : https : / / www.grantthornton.com / careers / rewards-and-benefits

Benefits for internship positions : Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

Benefits for seasonal employee positions : Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HR@us.gt.com.

For Los Angeles Applicants only : We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For Massachusetts Applicants only : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Grant Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.

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