VP of Product at Esper

At Esper, we believe that the systems used to create government policy are fundamentally broken. Since our founding in 2018, we have dedicated ourselves to building a modern system of record that helps governments create positive change for their citizens. Thousands of government users across the United States already rely on our software to develop and syndicate policy, and we are looking for a visionary leader to help us scale this impact even further.

The role

We are searching for an experienced VP of Product to join our team on a full-time, remote basis. This is an executive-level position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses the unique ability to balance high-level strategic thinking with the granular details of product execution. You will serve as our primary product leader, ensuring that our roadmap is perfectly aligned with our broader company goals and that our product organization remains in sync with our engineering, sales, and professional services teams.

Core responsibilities

• Define and own the product roadmap, ensuring it directly supports our company objectives while keeping stakeholders, board members, and C-level leadership informed.
• Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of product managers and designers who are capable of executing our vision at scale.
• Analyze customer needs and competitive landscapes through direct engagement, including on-site visits, to inform product pricing, packaging, and lifecycle management.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you should bring a strong background in software leadership and a passion for solving complex problems. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in senior product management and leadership roles.
• A proven track record of success within enterprise and growth-stage software companies.
• The creative vision to define a product's future combined with the operational discipline to execute that vision.
• A demonstrated ability to attract, retain, and develop top-tier product talent.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Bonus: Prior experience or knowledge of the government technology sector is highly valued, though not strictly required.

Compensation and benefits

We are committed to supporting our team members wherever they are located. This position offers the following benefit:

• Remote work flexibility.

How to apply

If you are energized by the prospect of transforming how governments work and have the leadership experience to guide our product strategy, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to be considered for this executive opportunity.