Director, Product, AI/Machine Learning

1 month ago


San Francisco, California, United States Strava Full time

About This Role

Strava is the leading digital community for active people with more than 125 million athletes, in more than 190 countries. The platform offers a holistic view of your active lifestyle, no matter where you live, which sport you love and/or what device you use. Everyone belongs on Strava when they are pursuing an active life.

As the Director of Product - AI & Machine Learning, you will spearhead the development and execution of our AI and machine learning product strategies. You will lead a cross-functional team to deliver innovative AI-driven solutions that improve user experience and drive business growth. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, technical expertise, and inclusive leadership to create impactful AI products for the Strava community at large.

This is a hybrid role based in our San Francisco office.

For more information on compensation and benefits, please click here.

You're excited about this opportunity because you will:

  • Lead AI & ML Initiatives:
    • Define and drive the AI and machine learning product vision and strategy.
    • Supervise the end-to-end product lifecycle from conceptualization to launch and continuous improvement.
  • Innovate and Impact:
    • Identify and capitalize on opportunities to use AI and ML to solve sophisticated and complex user problems.
    • Collaborate cross-functionally with data science, engineering, and design teams to develop innovative AI products.
  • Shape the Future:
    • Stay in tune with the latest AI and ML technologies and trends.
    • Influence the company's long-term AI roadmap and ensure alignment with overall business goals.

You will be successful here by:

  • Delivering Results:
    • Consistently launching great AI and ML products that meet user needs and drive business outcomes.
    • Achieving key performance metrics, including user engagement, satisfaction, and revenue growth.
  • Driving Collaboration:
    • Working effectively with multi-functional teams, including engineering, data science, marketing, and customer support.
    • You work towards building strong relationships with partners to align AI initiatives with business priorities.
  • Exemplifying Inclusive Leadership:
    • Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the product team and broader organization.
    • Encouraging diverse perspectives and ideas to cultivate innovation and better decision-making.
  • Embracing Data-Driven Decision Making:
    • Using data and analytics to advise product decisions and measure success.
    • Continuously iterating on products based on user feedback and data insights.

We're excited about you because:

  • You're a Visionary Leader:
    • You have a consistent track record of leading AI and ML product initiatives in the consumer tech industry.
    • You can articulate a compelling vision for AI products and inspire others to join you in achieving it.
  • You're Technically Proficient:
    • You possess strong technical knowledge of AI and ML technologies, frameworks, and standard methodologies.
    • You can effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical partners.
  • You're User-Centric:
    • You have a deep understanding of user needs and behaviors and can translate them into impactful AI products.
    • You are passionate about creating products that enhance user experience and deliver real value.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Extensive experience in product management, specifically with AI and machine learning products.
  • Strong leadership skills with a consistent track record to build and lead impactful teams.
  • Deep understanding of AI and ML technologies, trends, and applications.
  • Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.

About Strava

Strava is Swedish for "strive," which epitomizes who we are and what we do. We're a passionate and committed team, unified by our mission to connect athletes to what motivates them and help them find their personal best. With billions of activity uploads from all over the world, we have a humbling and adventurous vision: to be the record of the world's athletic activities and the technology that makes every effort count.

Strava builds software that makes the best part of our athletes' days even better. Just as we're deeply committed to unlocking their potential, we're dedicated to providing a world-class, inclusive workplace where our employees can grow and thrive, too. We're backed by Sequoia Capital, TCV, Madrone Partners and Jackson Square Ventures, and we're expanding in order to exceed the needs of our growing community of global athletes. Our culture reflects our community. We are continuously striving to hire and engage diverse teammates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives because we know we are a stronger team together.

Despite challenges in the world around us, we are continuing to grow camaraderie and positivity within our culture, and we are unified in our commitment to becoming an antiracist company. We are differentiated by our truly people-first approach, our compassionate leadership, and our belief that we can bring joy and inspiration to athletes' lives — now more than ever. All to say, it's a great time to join Strava

Strava is an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with the values of Strava, we make all employment decisions including hiring, evaluation, termination, promotional and training opportunities, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical handicap, mental disability, medical condition, disability, gender or identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, height and/or weight.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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