Porter is hiring for a VP of Product Development!
We are seeking a visionary and execution-focused Vice President of Product Development to lead the design, development, and monetization of innovative technology products including Software as a Service (SaaS), Embedded Software / OEM Licensing, API-as-a Product, and White Label Solutions. This role is responsible for delivering scalable, client- and member-facing web, mobile, and AI-based applications that drive business growth and user engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead cross-functional product development teams across engineering, design, and
product management.
• Define and execute product strategies for SaaS, embedded software, APIs, and white
label solutions.
• Oversee full product lifecycle from ideation to deployment and monetization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align product vision with business goals and customer
needs.
• Drive adoption and monetization strategies including subscription, usage-based, OEM,
and licensing models.
• Ensure high-quality delivery of web, mobile, and AI-powered applications
• Champion agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and continuous
integration/deployment.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations, especially within AWS
ecosystem.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and technical excellence.
What you will need:
Required Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering and product development.
• Proven leadership in developing and deploying:
• SaaS platforms
• Embedded/OEM software
• API products
• White label solutions
• Deep expertise in AWS cloud services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, API Gateway).
• Strong background in web and mobile application development.
• Experience with AI/ML-based solutions and integrating intelligent features.
• Demonstrated success in product monetization across various models.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Technical Skills
• Cloud Architecture (AWS)
• API Design & Management (REST, GraphQL)
• Microservices & Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• CI/CD & DevOps Tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Terraform)
• Frontend Frameworks (React, Angular, Flutter)
• Backend Technologies (Node.js, Python, Java)
• AI/ML Integration (Bedrock, SageMaker, TensorFlow, OpenAI APIs)
• Data Platforms (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Redshift)
Leadership & Strategic Skills
• Product Strategy & Road Mapping
• Agile & Lean Product Development
• Cross-functional Team Leadership
• Customer-Centric Design Thinking
• Go-to-Market Strategy & Execution
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental, and Vision (benefits within 30 days of hire)
- Fully Remote (must reside in the US)
- Paid vacation and holidays
- A fun team and special culture
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