VP, Product - Job Seeker

We offer a hybrid work environment. Most US-based positions can also be performed remotely (any exceptions will be noted in the Minimum Qualifications below.)

Our Mission: 

To actively connect people to their next great opportunity.

Who We Are: 

ZipRecruiter is a leading online employment marketplace. Powered by AI-driven smart matching technology, the company actively connects millions of all-sized businesses and job seekers through innovative mobile, web, and email services, as well as through partnerships with the best job boards on the web. ZipRecruiter has the #1 rated job search app on iOS & Android.

Summary:

ZipRecruiter is seeking a VP of Job Seeker Product to lead and oversee the entire job seeker product experience, which encompasses search, recommendations, data, and user experience. This role is highly influential and impactful, as this leader will drive strategy for a key company priority: expanding ZipRecruiter’s active job seeker base.

By working side by side with our executive, engineering, research, design, and analytics teams, you will help millions of people get hired each year. You can't be afraid of rolling up your sleeves; as a senior leader on the ZipRecruiter Product team, you need to dive into the details of our product and be passionate about solving problems and building delightful experiences. 

Key Focuses:

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the product vision and strategy for the job seeker side of our marketplace. Align product goals with the company’s overall mission and business objectives, and develop and track metrics to measure success. Partner with leaders on the employer (B2B) side of the marketplace to balance job seeker, employer and business objectives
• Talent Management: Build, mentor, and lead a team of Product Directors and Lead Product Managers whose areas of ownership collectively comprise our end-to-end job seeker product
• Roadmap and Resourcing Decision-making: Prioritize a multi-team, balanced roadmap of short-term and long-term bets. Make resourcing decisions to maximize business value
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and operational teams to develop and launch new features and improvements. Ensure alignment and seamless execution across all teams
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate product vision, strategy, and updates to executive leadership and other stakeholders. Ensure transparency and alignment on product goals and progress
• Operational Excellence: Implement processes and best practices that lead to high-quality, efficient execution on our product development teams. 
• Culture Carrying: Be an inspiring, accessible leader who embodies our company values: Fearless Builders, Excellence without Ego, and Our Hearts are In It

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10 years of product experience with Machine Learning (ML), Ad Tech, HR Tech products, recommendations, search, or marketplaces
• 5 years of experience in leading cross-functional teams, with a proven ability to drive execution and productivity on a global scale
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, manage, and uplevel middle manager talent 
• Data-driven, methodical mindset, balanced with a user-centric outlook 
• Technical skillset to partner closely with our engineering team
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15 years of product experience with Machine Learning (ML), Ad Tech, or HR Tech products
• 8 years of experience in leading cross-functional teams, with a proven ability to drive execution and productivity on a global scale
• Deep experience in a marketplace product

As part of our team you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary
• Exceptional benefits package
• Flexible Vacation & Paid Time Off
• Employer-matched 401(k) plan 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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The US base salary range for this full-time position is $262,500-$350,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location, and the range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, role-related knowledge and skills, depth of experience, relevant education or training, and additional role-related considerations.

Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission, or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

ZipRecruiter is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetics.

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