Director of Product Management

A Silicon Valley Start-up is seeking a Director of Product Management to lead the vision, strategy, and execution of next-generation EV motorcycle software platforms.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for managing and growing product teams while staying close to execution. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with global stakeholders, including hardware, software, and business leaders, to deliver innovative mobility solutions at scale.

Responsibilities:
- Define and drive the product vision and strategy for EV motorcycle software platforms
- Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing product management team
- Own the full product lifecycle: concept → development → launch → growth
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and global business teams to deliver integrated products
- Build scalable product processes, frameworks, and operating models
- Work closely with strategic partners (including Honda and global stakeholders)
- Ensure products are customer-centric, intuitive, and deliver strong user experience
- Operate at both strategic and execution levels to drive measurable outcomes
- Travel internationally when required to support global product initiatives

Required Skills:
- 7+ years of product management experience in Agile environments
- 2+ years of experience managing product managers or leading teams
- Proven experience leading a function or department in a complex or global organization
- Strong track record of launching and scaling consumer-facing software products
- Experience working with large partners, ecosystems, or joint ventures (e.g. automotive, mobility, platforms)
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority
- Strong strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability
- Customer-first mindset with strong product intuition and UX focus
- Entrepreneurial mindset with flexibility to operate in a fast-paced environment

Why Should You Apply:
- Opportunity to work at the intersection of startup innovation and global automotive leadership
- Direct impact on the development of next-generation electric vehicles and mobility platforms
- Collaborative and international working environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits


Company Details: 
A fast growing and dynamic Silicon Valley start-up working with a large Japanese company R&D center on IoT solutions. The team is very international and talented, so they are looking for people that really want to make an impact and want to learn about new cutting edge technology! In addition, it offers great benefits including 15-20 days holidays, good career progression and hybrid work style.  

Working Hours: 9:00 - 18:00 (Mon-Fri)
Working Style: Hybrid (2-3 days of remote work allowed)
Holidays: Saturday, Sunday, and National Holidays, Year-end and New Year Holidays, Paid Holidays, Other Special Holidays
Services/Benefits: Social insurances, offers highly competitive financial rewards, comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives and belonging
Interview Process: 4 rounds