Director, Digital Product

DISH Network • Littleton, CO, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Company Summary

DISH, an EchoStar Company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products, and now we are building America's First Smart Network.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile, OnTech and GenMobile.

Department Summary

This leader will build and lead a team of product managers to build shared capabilities. You will lead the digital transformation and digital acceleration of a portfolio of businesses - ranging from our mature business (DISH TV), Sling TV, Boost Mobile and OnTech In-Home services, among others. The leader will play a pivotal role in building digital-led technology capabilities and building the "Digital DNA" of the company.

With an appreciation for the opportunities that lie ahead at DISH, this person will seamlessly transform and provide support to the organization from a holistic digital perspective, helping to advance a true center of excellence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Develop a deep understanding of the domain, including key features and capabilities, and how competitors and best-in-class firms address them, in order to inform product strategy.
Build product roadmaps within the context of the business, customers, and technology landscape, and align them with strategic initiatives and metrics in collaboration with internal business partners.
Communicate the product team's vision and roadmap throughout the organization using presentations and roadmaps, building alignment and support.
Lead build / buy analysis for selected products with limited supervision and in collaboration with IT, ensuring that technology solutions align with business needs and goals.
Build and foster relationships with vendors and SAAS providers, evaluating their products and services as potential solutions to business needs.
Coach and mentor product managers and analysts on effective product execution, diving into the details when necessary to provide guidance and role-modeling.
Coordinate with key stakeholders for all minor product and feature releases, ensuring that all parties are aligned and the product is delivered on time and within scope.
Develop and execute programs to measure the effectiveness of the product within their domain and continuously improve it.
Define and run testing programs within the domain, ensuring that the product meets customer needs and expectations.
Continuously evangelize the product domain throughout the organization, building excitement and support for the product and its vision.

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Key Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, product management skills, along with great communication and collaboration skills.

Diplomatic, relationship building and ability to influence people over whom you might not have direct authority.

Able to move between the strategic 30,000 ft-view and tactical activity levels on a daily basis, focusing on the high level and product details simultaneously.

Demonstrated ability to understand customer needs, market trends, technical concepts, and evaluate new ideas. Strong customer empathy, able to easily put themselves in the user's shoes.

Demonstrated ability in leading world-class product organizations.

Demonstrated success in both enterprise and more nimble / startup cultures.

Demonstrated ability to attract, inspire and grow world-class product management talent.

Executive presence and commercial acumen.

Familiarity with a range of D2C platforms and solutions.

Grit, a sense of adventure, and a willingness to learn and explore.

Education / Experience

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, computer science, or a related field.

Master's degree in business administration (MBA) or a related field is often preferred.

10+ years of experience in product management, including experience managing a team.

Experience with B2C platforms in the Communications / Media, Financial Services or Retail industry.

Proven track record of successfully launching and managing products through their lifecycle.

Experience in product strategy, roadmap planning, and product lifecycle management.

Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams.

Experience with Design Thinking and Agile Framework methodologies.

Salary Ranges

Compensation : $175,000.00 / Year - $250,000.00 / Year

Benefits

From versatile health perks to new career opportunities, check out our benefits on our careers website

Employment is contingent on Successful completion of a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test.