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WhatsApp

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert / Leadership (9+ years)
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need extensive Product Management experience, collaboration with engineering/design, strong leadership skills, and a relevant degree. Preferred: consumer tech background and monetization experience.
  • You will lead product teams, drive innovation in monetization, manage diverse talent, analyze metrics, enhance user satisfaction, and navigate a dynamic environment for best-in-class product development.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Extensive experience in Product Management and/or related product functions (e.g. Product Design)
  • Strong experience working collaboratively with engineering, design and user research teams
  • Proven experience hiring, managing, and developing both individual contributors and senior leaders
  • Critical thinking/analytical leadership experience
  • Experience presenting to senior executive audiences
  • BA/BS in Computer Science or related field
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in a consumer focused technology company
  • Experience building 0-1 products, platform/ecosystem products, or marketplaces
  • Experience building and scaling early-stage monetization efforts

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team through the ideation, technical development, and launch of innovative products focused on WhatsApp monetization
  • Attract, build, manage, and develop a talented, diverse, equitable and inclusive team of product managers and product leaders
  • Establish shared vision across WhatsApp and our Monetization org by building consensus on strategies and priorities leading to product execution
  • Drive product development with a team of world-class engineers and designers
  • Integrate usability studies, research and market analysis into product requirements to enhance user satisfaction
  • Define and analyze metrics that inform the success of products
  • Understand Meta’s and WhatsApp’s strategic and competitive position and deliver products that are recognized as best in the industry
  • Maximize efficiency in a constantly evolving environment where the process is fluid and creative solutions are the norm

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Product Management Director role at WhatsApp?

The primary focus of the Product Management Director role is on monetization, which is a top priority for the company.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The required qualifications include extensive experience in Product Management, strong collaboration skills with engineering and design teams, experience in hiring and managing teams, critical thinking abilities, experience presenting to senior executives, and a BA/BS in Computer Science or a related field.

What type of team will the Product Management Director be leading?

The Product Management Director will lead a talented, diverse, equitable, and inclusive team of product managers and product leaders.

Is experience in consumer-focused technology companies preferred?

Yes, experience in a consumer-focused technology company is preferred for this role.

What kind of products should candidates have experience building?

Candidates should have experience building 0-1 products, platform/ecosystem products, or marketplaces, as well as scaling early-stage monetization efforts.

How does the role contribute to WhatsApp's vision?

The role contributes to WhatsApp's vision by establishing a shared vision across the WhatsApp and Monetization organization, building consensus on strategies, and driving product development to enhance user satisfaction.

What is expected in terms of product success metrics?

The Product Management Director is expected to define and analyze metrics that inform the success of products.

Will this position involve collaboration with cross-functional teams?

Yes, collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, data scientists, and researchers, is a key aspect of this position.

What is the culture like at Meta?

The culture at Meta emphasizes innovation, creativity, and a focus on building technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses in a constantly evolving environment.

Are there any specific educational requirements for this role?

Yes, candidates should have a BA/BS in Computer Science or a related field.

WhatsApp

Technology
Industry
51-200
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

WhatsApp is a fast, simple and reliable way to talk to anyone in the world. More than 1.5 billion people across 180+ countries use WhatsApp to stay in touch with friends and family, anytime and anywhere. WhatsApp is not only free but also available on multiple mobile devices and in low connectivity areas — making it accessible and reliable wherever you are. It's a simple and secure way to share your favorite moments, send important information or catch up with a friend. WhatsApp helps people connect and share no matter where they are in the world. For many people in the world WhatsApp is a lifeline. We're looking for engineers, designers, researchers, product managers, technical program managers, customer ops, consumer marketing, and more. Come join our teams and make impact at scale.