$169,000.00 - $281,000.00 annually.
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Job Title: Head of 3D Product Family at Maxar
Maxar - For a Better World. Maxar is a trusted partner and innovator in Earthintelligence and space infrastructure. Our unique approach combines decades ofdeep mission understanding and a proven foundation of commercial technology todeliver solutions with unrivalled speed, scale and cost effectiveness. Weare a community of creative problem-solvers who value collaboration anddiversity in developing breakthrough technologies for the good of humanity.Maxar is building the Globe in 3D - we are a satellite earth observationcompany specializing in remote sensing, geospatial analytics, mapping &location products, and global monitoring. We are building the most accuraterepresentation of the Earth for various industries, including defense &intelligence, climate & environment, industrial monitoring, supplychain analysis, and financial markets.
Maxar is actively seeking an exceptional and visionary Head of 3D ProductFamily, focusing on the 3D product portfolio including Maxar's Precision3DData suite (this is a Director or Senior Director role). The idealcandidate will be passionate about driving product strategy, managing theproduct lifecycle, and ensuring the successful delivery of cutting-edge 3Dproducts that meet the needs of our diverse customer base. As a criticalmember of our product leadership team, reporting to the Chief ProductOfficer (CPO), the Head of the 3D Product Family will drive all aspectsof Product Management activities for their Product Family.
Responsibilities under your team's direction will span key functions ofProduct Management, including:
Product Strategy:* Develop and execute comprehensive product strategies aligned with thecompany's vision, goals, and technical capabilities.* Define tactical and strategic roadmaps for the 3D product portfolio,considering market trends, customer needs, and competitive analysis.* Lead the product specification process, ensuring clear and detailedrequirements for successful product development.* Support development of pricing strategies based on market analysis, costconsiderations, and value proposition.* Conduct customer segmentation to identify target markets and tailor productofferings accordingly.* Collaborate with Sales & Business Development to establish and nurturecustomer and partner channels to enhance product reach and create strategicalliances.
Product Ownership:* Collaborate closely with engineering teams to translate product vision andrequirements into actionable plans.* Participate in the Agile Development process, including backloggrooming, release planning, and sprint reviews.* Create and maintain epics and user stories to effectively communicateproduct features, enhancements, and user needs."Go To Market" Activities:* Collaborate closely with sales and business development teams to alignproduct strategies with revenue objectives.* Develop compelling product messaging and positioning that resonates withtarget customers.* Create sales toolkits, including product presentations, case studies,demos/vignettes, and competitive analysis, to support sales teams.* Support Opportunity development and capture pursuits.* Collaborate with marketing teams to develop effective product marketingcollateral, including brochures, whitepapers, and website content.* Conduct briefings and product demonstrations to showcase the value andcapabilities of our products.
Product Management Methodology:* Develop and implement product management methodologies, processes, andbest practices that scale with Maxar's growth* Drive the adoption of agile practices, such as iterative development,user feedback loops, and data-driven decision-making.* Embrace Lean Startup principles, including the Minimum Viable Product(MVP) concept, customer intimacy validated learning, innovationaccounting, and the build-measure-learn approach.* Demonstrate understanding of key concepts from the Pragmatic Framework,such as market research, product planning, product specification,pricing & packaging, launch & marketing, sales enablement, andmarket feedback and iteration.* Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success andimpact of products, regularly analyse product performance, and makedata-driven recommendations for improvements.* Lead a high-performing product team, providing mentorship, guidance,and support to foster professional growth and drive excellence in productmanagement practices* Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, andcustomer-centricity within the product management team.Domain Expertise:* Understanding of 3D geospatial concepts and their applicability to use caseslike precision mapping, 3D visualization, modelling & simulation,mission preparation & rehearsal, and targeting.* Develop the Product team's knowledge and expertise in satellite remotesensing, earth observation, geospatial analytics, and related fields.* Understanding and leveraging various imagery-derived products for different3D use cases and be familiar with the standards and data formats for 3D dataexploitation.* Knowledge of emerging trends and advancements in 3D geospatial technologyand a proactive approach to integrating these trends into product strategy* Familiarity with Maxar's Precision3D suite, other 3D geospatialframeworks & products, GIS (Geographic Information System), imagery