Principal, R&D Strategy – Operations

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +10 more states.

📋 Description

• Spearhead strategic initiatives across Research and Development (R&D)

• Direct executive communications for the Product and Engineering divisions

• Manage R&D narratives for monthly and quarterly business reviews, board presentations, cross-functional updates, and executive communications

• Simplify complex technical information into clear and concise writing for senior leadership

• Oversee strategic projects prioritized by the Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) and the executive team

• Collaborate on the annual and quarterly planning cycles as well as mid-year retrospectives

• Monitor team progress through the Release Council and proactively identify risks

• Facilitate R&D and Go-To-Market (GTM) alignment and shape communications to GTM teams

• Define and promote the adoption of lean R&D processes

• Collaborate with Finance and Data teams to automate product and business metrics

• Recognize change management opportunities within a decentralized R&D organization

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience

• Over 10 years of experience in product, engineering, and process/program management

• Proven experience in a leadership role, managing teams directly or through influence

• Background in leading programs or product operations for B2B Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), or similar

• Demonstrated success in delivering high-impact, cross-functional programs from inception to completion

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills that facilitate large-scale executional impact

• Capability to distill intricate details into an executive narrative

• Proficiency in building trust and exchanging ideas across organizational boundaries

• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and organizational abilities

• Capacity to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment

• Preferred: Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or business administration

• Preferred: Experience in leading change management within B2B SaaS environments

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Generous paid time off

• Comprehensive parental and wellness leave

• Healthcare coverage

• Retirement savings plan

• Eligibility for equity plans

• Potential for corporate bonus plans

• Health care insurance coverage

• 401(k) retirement account options

• Paid sick leave

• Paid personal time off

• Paid parental leave

• Approximately 5–10% travel required for in-person connections

• Support for volunteering and donation initiatives

• Remote-first work environment