Senior Product Manager (Sports Models)

As a Senior Product Manager at Genius Sports, your key responsibilities include developing and owning KPIs for product performance, maintaining the product roadmap, collaborating with various stakeholders, and managing day-to-day operations of the product. You will work closely with your cross-functional team to ensure the product meets both strategic and tactical goals, enhancing overall efficiency and innovation.

To qualify for the Senior Product Manager position at Genius Sports, you should have a minimum of 3 years of product management experience in fields related to sports modelling or quantitative analysis. Knowledge of machine learning and experience with technical products are highly desired. Strong communication skills are essential for keeping all stakeholders aligned and ensuring clarity in product requirements.

A successful Senior Product Manager at Genius Sports should be an excellent communicator, have strong problem-solving abilities, and demonstrate proficiency in writing concise requirements. Additionally, skills in forward planning, prioritization, and the ability to deliver effectively under pressure will set candidates apart in this dynamic environment.

At Genius Sports, collaboration is key! As a Senior Product Manager, you will work closely with a cross-functional team, including software engineers, data scientists, and traders. You'll use collaboration tools to maintain transparency around product goals and progress, enabling team engagement and fostering a supportive, innovative atmosphere.

Genius Sports prides itself on a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As a Senior Product Manager, you'll have the opportunity to drive innovation while working in a supportive environment that welcomes diverse perspectives. The company celebrates achievements through team-building events and social activities, promoting a fun yet professional atmosphere.

In prioritizing tasks, I assess urgency and impact on the team's overall goals. I collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and leverage data to inform my decisions. Aiming for alignment ensures that we focus on delivering what matters most.

One significant challenge I faced involved a misalignment between our product vision and stakeholder expectations. I initiated a series of collaborative workshops to gather feedback and clarify objectives, which helped us realign our priorities and strengthened stakeholder relationships.

To evaluate product success, I rely on KPIs that I develop in collaboration with stakeholders, focusing on user engagement, satisfaction, and revenue impact. Continuous feedback loops help adjust strategies to optimize performance long-term.

I bridge the gap by translating complex technical concepts into relatable terms for non-technical teams while ensuring technical teams understand business objectives. Active listening also plays a critical role, allowing me to address concerns and seek input effectively.

My approach to stakeholder management involves building trust through transparency and regular communication. I ensure they are engaged throughout the product lifecycle, sharing updates and seeking their input to foster collaboration and buy-in.

When handling conflict, I focus on identifying the root cause and facilitating open discussions. My goal is to create a safe environment where team members express their concerns, leading us to collaborative solutions and stronger team dynamics.

I have extensive experience with agile methodologies, which I implement by fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. Regular stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives ensure we remain adaptive and aligned with our objectives, delivering value consistently.

I have developed and monitored KPIs that align with product goals. I'm adept at utilizing analytics tools to measure progress and make data-driven decisions, ensuring we stay on track and deliver optimal product performance.

I once analyzed user behavior data that revealed a drop in engagement with a key feature. This insight prompted us to conduct user interviews, leading to redesign efforts that significantly improved user satisfaction and functionality.

I employ a combination of stakeholder interviews, surveys, and workshops to gather requirements effectively. Engaging multiple perspectives ensures comprehensive requirements that reflect the needs of both the business and users.