Head of Product - Groundfloor

Join us as the Head of Product, a pivotal role within our executive team, where your mission will be to bring our product vision to life through strategic evolution and executional excellence. This role is not just about leading; it's about inspiring a team of product managers, designers, and engineers to forge investment products and user experiences that not only meet but exceed the expectations of self-directed individual retail investors. We're looking for a visionary—a leader who blends art with science to create alternative investment platform experiences that are powerful drivers of customer acquisition, engagement, and growth.

Groundfloor is a remote-friendly, hyper-growth, wealthtech company based out of Atlanta. We value vulnerable high-quality/low-ego collaboration. If that sounds good to you, join us!

Requirements

THIS JOB MIGHT BE FOR YOU IF: 

Experience:

• Proven track record of leadership in product management roles, preferably within the financial technology industry, with extensive experience working in Agile environments.
• A portfolio that speaks to your success in creating visually appealing and highly functional digital products, with a particular focus on fintech solutions that have significantly enhanced customer acquisition, engagement, and growth.
• Experience leading cross-functional Agile teams, fostering collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Deep understanding of direct-to-consumer business models and the unique challenges and opportunities they present within an Agile framework.
• Strong background in product design, with a focus on incorporating Agile principles to rapidly iterate and deliver customer value.

Skills:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to understand, contribute to, and communicate a clear product vision and strategy, balancing short-term goals with long-term objectives.
• Design and Aesthetic Insight: A keen eye for design and a deep appreciation for aesthetics, coupled with a practical understanding of how exceptional UX/UI drives business success in the fintech domain.
• Iterative Development: Ability to drive iterative development cycles, prioritize features based on customer feedback and market insights, and deliver incremental value in a fast-paced Agile environment.
• User-Centric Mindset: Passion for understanding user needs and behaviors, with a commitment to delivering products that delight and exceed expectations.
• Analytical Aptitude: Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, using metrics and insights to inform product decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Inspirational Leadership:. Demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and direct a team towards achieving a unified vision, fostering an environment of creativity and growth. 
  

A DAY IN THE LIFE: 

• Product Strategy: Evolve, shape, and communicate the long-term product direction and strategy, aligning with company goals and market trends.You’ll be the architect of our product roadmap, forecasting trends, and setting the direction that distinguishes us in the market. 
• Product Development: Oversee the end-to-end product development process, from ideation to launch, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.Your leadership will ensure our products are not only innovative but also delivered on time and to our high standards of quality. 
• User Experience: Champion a user-centric approach to product design, conducting research and gathering insights to inform product decisions. Through rigorous research and empathy, you will lead the charge in creating intuitive, engaging product designs that reflect the needs and desires of our users, making every interaction a delight.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, marketing, and other teams to prioritize features, optimize workflows, and drive product success.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics and user feedback to continuously iterate on products, driving improvements and optimizing performance.
• Leadership: Inspire a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within, across, and around our product teams. As a mentor and guide, you’ll foster an environment where creativity thrives, and everyone is empowered to contribute to our shared vision. 
  

YOUR EXPERIENCE + A FEW NICE TO HAVES:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, design, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in tech product management and development, with leadership experience.
• Success in launching and scaling consumer-facing products, emphasizing design and innovation.
• High degree of financial literacy, comfortable with basic concepts related to building and managing a personal portfolio of investments in public and private market securities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, potential equity for strong candidates, and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Groundfloor is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.