Head of Product

As the Head of Product at Banyan Infrastructure, you will define and lead the product vision and strategy, manage a talented product team, oversee the product lifecycle from ideation to launch, conduct market research, gather customer feedback, and collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and successful product launches. Your role is essential in driving the company's mission to support sustainable investments.

To be successful as the Head of Product at Banyan Infrastructure, you should have at least 8 years of experience in product management, with 3+ years in a leadership role. You need to possess strong project finance expertise, strategic thinking, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for innovation. Familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools is also beneficial.

The work environment for the Head of Product at Banyan Infrastructure is dynamic and collaborative, set in a fast-paced startup culture. You’ll be working in our San Francisco office four days a week, alongside a mission-driven team that values creativity and collaboration. You'll also have the opportunity to work closely with the company's leadership to steer product strategy.

In the role of Head of Product at Banyan Infrastructure, you will directly contribute to sustainability by empowering financial institutions to invest in renewable infrastructure projects. Your leadership in developing user-centric products will help facilitate the financing of sustainable initiatives that aim for net-zero targets, thereby driving real-world change.

The compensation for the Head of Product at Banyan Infrastructure ranges from $190,000 to $265,000 base salary, plus equity. In addition to competitive pay, you will enjoy comprehensive health benefits, a 401K match, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that prioritizes well-being and flexible time off.

A successful product vision for Banyan Infrastructure starts with a deep understanding of the market trends related to renewable finance and customer needs. It should align with the company's mission of supporting sustainable projects, focusing on innovation, and creating a roadmap that delivers impactful solutions to our target audience.

In my previous role, I led a project aimed at developing a product for project finance automation. I started by conducting user research to identify pain points, collaborated with my team to outline the features, and coordinated with engineering and marketing to ensure a successful launch. Regular feedback iterations and data analysis post-launch helped us refine the product.

I prioritize customer feedback by implementing structured feedback loops through surveys and user interviews. Analyzing this feedback helps me formulate product enhancements that address real user pain points. Collaborating with the customer success team ensures we stay aligned with our customers’ evolving needs.

To foster collaboration within my product team, I encourage open communication and regular brainstorming sessions. Celebrating team achievements and providing opportunities for cross-functional engagement helps build rapport and a shared sense of purpose. I also advocate for agile methodologies to promote collaborative planning and quick adaptations.

Data plays a crucial role in my decision-making as it provides objective insights into product performance and user behavior. By defining relevant KPIs, I regularly review data analytics to inform product strategies. This ensures that our iterations are based on concrete evidence rather than assumptions.

I stay updated on market trends by subscribing to industry journals, attending relevant conferences, and participating in professional networks. Engaging with customers and industry experts also helps me gather insights into emerging trends and competitive dynamics that can shape our product strategies.

Working in startup environments is exhilarating due to rapid iterations and the scope for innovation. Unlike larger companies where processes may be more rigid, startups allow flexibility and quick pivots based on feedback. However, this also means making decisions with limited resources, wearing multiple hats, and navigating uncertainty, which I thrive in.

To define and track product metrics, I start by aligning them with our business goals. I involve stakeholders in identifying KPIs that truly reflect user success and product impact. Regularly reviewing these metrics enables us to assess performance, make informed decisions, and identify areas for continuous improvement.

I would approach competitive analysis by first identifying key competitors within the renewable finance space. I would analyze their products, pricing strategies, and customer feedback in comparison to our offerings. This analysis would help us identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, informing our own product strategies.

At my previous company, we developed a product that initially targeted traditional finance sectors. After customer feedback highlighted a growing interest in sustainable investments, we pivoted our strategy to focus more on green finance solutions. This shift not only aligned with market demand but also differentiated us in the marketplace, leading to greater customer acquisition.