Principal Product Manager - AI

OUR COMPANY

Celigo is one of the fastest growing, Silicon Valley profitable & funded startup companies pioneering the  future of cloud-based application integration with its Integrator.io iPaaS platform and pre-built Integration  Apps. Over 3500 companies rely on Celigo to synchronize data, automate processes, and streamline  operations by integrating their cloud applications. Our Integrator.io iPaaS platform offers a simple and  powerful platform through a guided user interface, integration templates, and other tools that empower  both business users and IT to easily integrate any of their cloud applications. Our core mission at Celigo  is simple: to enable independent best-of-breed applications to work together as one. We believe that  every independent department and every business end-user should always have choices when it comes  to picking software, and that integration challenges should never stand in the way. 

We are full of fresh ideas with like-minded people offering opportunities to highly-talented individuals  committed to working with the highest quality products in the area of business cloud computing (SaaS). 

Location - Hyderabad/ Remote

Job Overview

The Principal Product Manager (PPM) is one of the most senior and strategically vital roles within the product management team. The PPM is responsible for overseeing the development and success of critical products, guiding them from conceptualization to launch and beyond. This role demands a unique blend of strategic vision, leadership, and deep technical and market expertise. The PPM operates at the intersection of strategy and execution, driving innovation and ensuring that the product meets the highest standards of quality, performance, and market success.

Celigo is seeking a Principal Product Manager with demonstrated experience in driving transformative AI experiences.  This role will help define the intersection of how AI can help increase the success of first-time and ongoing user experience in order to accelerate builder success.  Additionally, this leader will help execute our vision around agentic workflows and reinforced learnings - capabilities which will fundamentally transform the value that our customers harvest from our integration platform.  Finally, this role will collaborate with his peers to promote the successful adoption of AI technologies across the Celigo Platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy and Vision:
• Lead the development and execution of the product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, customer needs, and company OKRs.
• Lead the creation and prioritization of product roadmaps, focusing on strategic initiatives that drive business growth and market differentiation.
• Lead market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and inform product decisions.
• Product Development and Execution:
• Lead the entire product life cycle for key products, from ideation through to post-launch, ensuring flawless execution at every phase.
• Lead the development of comprehensive Feature Requirements Documents (FRDs) and detailed user stories, ensuring alignment with the strategic vision.
• Lead PM Council to support other PMs and ensure all features meet quality and performance standards before moving into development.
• Lead product triad meetings, fostering collaboration between engineering, design, and product teams to deliver high-impact features.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Influence:
• Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to coordinate product development and ensure successful go-to-market execution.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders, providing regular updates on product status, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in go-to-market activities, including webinars and conferences, to support the delivery of product features to the market and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Collect cross-departmental requirements to ensure that the product aligns with the needs and objectives of all relevant teams.
• Customer Focus:
• Lead customer-facing roadmap delivery, effectively communicating the strategic vision and upcoming features.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs and ensure the product roadmap addresses their pain points.
• Leverage customer insights and data analytics to refine product features and enhance the overall user experience.
• Engage actively in the Celigo Community, contributing to discussions and sharing product updates.
• Lead and facilitate discussions in the Product Advisory Councils (PACs), providing insights and strategic direction to align product initiatives with broader business objectives.
• Risk Management and Problem Solving:
• Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks throughout the product life cycle, ensuring smooth execution and delivery.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on product status and goals.
• Balance competing priorities and make strategic trade-offs to achieve the best possible results for the product and the company.

Leadership and Mentoring:

• Mentor product managers, sharing best practices and supporting their growth within the team.

Skills and Qualifications

• Educational Background:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience:
• 10+ years of product management experience, particularly within SaaS or iPaaS environments, with a proven track record of success in managing complex and high-impact products.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with AI technologies within the context of middleware or equivalent technologies.
• Extensive experience in leading product teams, with deep expertise in ERP, CRM, eCommerce, or similar SaaS/Cloud applications.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership and drive strategic product initiatives.
• Core Competencies:
• Strategic thinker with exceptional product management skills, including problem-solving, project management, and cross-functional leadership.
• Strong technical acumen, with the ability to engage in and influence deep technical discussions with engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Advanced analytical skills, with experience using data analytics to guide product decisions and optimize performance.
• Leadership and Collaboration:
• Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, agile environment, delivering results on time and within scope.
• Hands-on approach to product management, with a passion for driving innovation and achieving exceptional outcomes.
• Experience in conducting high-level product triad meetings, managing FRD reviews, and ensuring alignment across multiple teams.

Bonus Skills

• Deep understanding of the integration domain, with experience in iPaaS or related platforms.
• Experience with API-first platforms and integration domain, with knowledge of best practices in connecting disparate applications and technologies.
• Experience managing a portfolio of products, with a focus on driving growth and market expansion.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to travel occasionally for customer visits or team meetings