Director of Product at Ownwell

At Ownwell, we are on a mission to make property ownership more transparent and equitable. We help property owners reduce their costs through proprietary software that identifies overpayments and manages the complex process of tax appeals and corrections. With over 40 billion dollars overpaid in property taxes annually, our work directly impacts homeowners, including those in low-income and underserved communities. We are a well-funded, venture-backed company that has seen our customer base grow by more than 1000% year-over-year. We thrive on a collaborative culture where we value customer obsession, ownership, and innovation, and we are looking for passionate people to join our rocketship.

About the Role

We are seeking a Director of Product to join us on a full-time basis. This is an executive-level role where you will report directly to our CEO, Colton Pace. You will lead our product and design team as we pioneer new product expansions and business models within our home management platform. This position is perfect for a seasoned, customer-facing leader who wants to drive growth and deliver high-quality products to hundreds of thousands of homeowners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing product management team to conceive and launch user-focused products that expand our market reach.
• Define and execute our product strategy, including writing technical PRDs, managing backlogs, and prioritizing features against technical debt to ensure efficient delivery.
• Partner with engineering, design, and business leadership to set the product vision, track key performance metrics, and ensure we meet our quarterly and annual business goals.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should bring a strong blend of technical expertise and strategic leadership. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• At least 8 years of experience in product management, with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role managing product managers, designers, or engineers.
• Deep experience in user experience design, specifically within consumer internet companies, with a preference for backgrounds in FinTech or PropTech.
• Strong technical proficiency in tools such as SQL, Python, and HTML/CSS, along with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for various stakeholders.
• Proven experience designing for mobile consumer applications and subscription services, ideally within regulated industries.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or engineering, or a significant track record in product and engineering management.

Location

This position is based in the United States and requires an on-site presence.

Compensation and Benefits

We provide a supportive environment designed to help you own your career and your well-being. Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Flexible PTO, including 11 company holidays and a company-wide recharge week at the end of the year.
• Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental and bonding leave.
• A $1,000 annual stipend to support your individual learning and professional development.
• Access to the First Round Network to help you build your professional community.
• Coverage for applicable real estate and tax consulting licensing and renewal fees.