Associate Director, Technical Functional Product Lead

Houston, TX, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Ideation
  • Optimization
  • Engineering Design
  • Research
  • Competitor Analysis
  • Go-To-Market Strategy
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Digital Strategy
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Roadmaps
  • Lean Methodology
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Communication
  • Analytical Skill
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Collaboration
  • Customer Experience
  • User Research
  • Design Thinking
  • Management
  • Product Development
  • Emerging Technologies
  • Cloud Computing
  • Blockchain
  • IoT
  • Agile
  • Scrum
  • Product Management
  • Artificial Intelligence

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Technical Functional Product Lead to help define and deliver digital product strategies that support business growth and improved customer experiences. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to guide product direction from concept through launch, using market insight, user needs, and data to shape impactful solutions.
Responsibilities
  • Define and help execute product strategies aligned with business goals and market trends.
  • Lead product initiatives across the full lifecycle, from ideation and prioritization through launch and optimization.
  • Collaborate with engineering, design, and business stakeholders to deliver high-value digital products.
  • Use research, competitive analysis, and customer insights to inform product decisions and roadmap planning.
  • Prioritize features and enhancements based on business value, customer needs, and delivery impact.
  • Support go-to-market efforts and adoption planning to help ensure product success.
  • Monitor product performance and use data-driven insights to guide continuous improvement.
  • Promote a user-centered approach that supports clear, intuitive customer experiences.
  • Work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while managing multiple priorities.
Skills
  • 10+ years of experience in product management, digital strategy, or a closely related field.
  • Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and roadmap development.
  • Experience working with Agile and Lean methodologies.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-informed mindset.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
  • Solid understanding of customer experience, user research, and design thinking principles.
  • Experience managing complex product initiatives in a dynamic environment.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with AI-driven product development or digital transformation initiatives.
  • Familiarity with emerging technologies such as cloud computing, blockchain, or IoT.
  • Agile, Scrum, or product management certifications.
  • Experience scaling digital products or leading enterprise-level initiatives.
  • Ability to adapt quickly and contribute to an innovative, collaborative team culture.

Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, respected, and encouraged. We believe equity and belonging strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for the people we serve.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
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  • Dice Id: 10123528
  • Position Id: 76785
  • Posted 5 hours ago

Company Info

About Horizontal Talent

Horizontal Integration offers two service lines. Our staffing agency places IT, digital and creative talent in both contract and permanent roles. Our digital agency provides digital marketing strategy and technology consulting on a project basis. Many of our clients take advantage of both service lines.

We are a certified Minority Business Enterprise, with more than 200 employees across our offices in Minneapolis, Denver, Dallas and Vadodara, India. We ve been consistently growing and profitable since the company was founded in 2003.

Honors:
Recognized as a "2009 Best Place to Work" by Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal.

Fact:
Our people and our organization are deeply rooted in IT and interactive marketing.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us. All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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Ravi Pandya

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