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Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Vice President of Product (VP) Roles at VC-Backed Startups

At SignalFire, we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our portfolio spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.

We’re looking to connect with exceptional Vice Presidents of Product who are excited about owning product strategy, leading high-performing teams, and scaling innovative products at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire’s Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.

💡 This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring AI/ML talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to [email protected].

Who Should Join?

We’re looking for product executives who are:
✔ Passionate about owning product vision and aligning it with company strategy
✔ Experienced in scaling product teams, managing P&L, and driving business impact
✔ Excited to work with executives, engineering, design, and go-to-market teams to build world-class products

Typical Roles & Responsibilities

  • Define and execute product vision, strategy, and roadmap to drive business growth

  • Lead and scale cross-functional product teams, hiring and mentoring top talent

  • Collaborate closely with CEOs, executives, and investors to align product direction with company objectives

  • Oversee feature prioritization, execution, and product lifecycle management

  • Establish data-driven decision-making frameworks, leveraging user research and analytics to optimize product success

  • Own go-to-market strategy, working with sales, marketing, and customer success to drive adoption

  • Evaluate new market opportunities, business models, and revenue growth strategies

  • Ensure best-in-class user experience and customer engagement strategies

  • Foster a culture of experimentation, rapid iteration, and continuous innovation

Common Qualifications

While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many VP of Product roles in our network look for:

  • 10+ years of experience in product management, with 4+ years leading product teams

  • Proven track record of scaling product teams and managing large product portfolios

  • Strong experience in B2B SaaS, AI, fintech, marketplaces, or developer tools

  • Expertise in customer research, user experience, and growth optimization

  • Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution in fast-paced environments

  • Deep experience in A/B testing, data analysis, and product-led growth

  • Strong leadership in cross-functional collaboration with engineering, sales, and marketing teams

  • Experience working in venture-backed startups or high-growth technology companies

💡 Tools & Technologies You Might Work With:

  • Product Management & Analytics: Jira, Asana, Trello, Notion, Amplitude, Mixpanel, Google Analytics

  • Design & Prototyping: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Framer, InVision

  • Collaboration & Documentation: Slack, Notion, Confluence, Miro, Loom

  • Data & Experimentation: SQL, Looker, Tableau, A/B Testing Platforms

What Happens Next?

  1. Submit your application to join SignalFire’s Talent Ecosystem.

  2. We review applications on an ongoing basis to identify strong candidates.

  3. If there’s a match, a SignalFire talent partner or a leader from one of our startups may reach out directly.

  4. No match yet? We’ll keep your profile on file for future product leadership roles in our portfolio.

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November 5, 2025
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