We're a tech company that was first on the ground in the fight against Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance. We help our government and enterprise customers solve a big problem they sometimes don't even know they have. To become leaders in this space, we've relied heavily on curiosity, creativity, and flexibility. We iterate until we get things right and innovate to get there faster.

But enough about us. What's in it for you?

We work hard and do fun things.

Apart from a constantly growing list of fascinating challenges to solve, Ridgeline offers a solid work-life balance, flexible remote work options, and a culture that values teamwork over competition. At Ridgeline, you will work with the most talented software developers, systems engineers, and subject matter experts to change how big enterprises and the U.S. Government manage their digital signatures.

We are looking for a Senior Product Lead to lead the development of our geospatial, secure communications, and mobility management portfolio.  As a Product Lead, you will help execute RI’s corporate strategy for the product group and work with cross-functional teams and both internal and external customers to design, develop, and field innovative services and solutions. The Product Lead is responsible for managing the current product portfolio and developing new products, services, and features that align with our business strategy.

What you will do:

Product Road-mapping. As the leader of the product line, you will work with the VP of Products, VP of Software, VP of Enterprise Systems, end customers, and internal stakeholders to plan and develop products and services.  You will provide critical input to the products team and the operations department to assess market demand, create product road maps, and develop new products for government, commercial, and direct-to-consumer markets.

Feature Design. As product line leader, you will work with the VP of Products, end customers, and internal stakeholders to plan and design new features for this product. You will work with cross-functional teams from across the company to execute feature design and implement new features into our platform.  

Internal R&D Management. As a product line lead, you will be responsible for internal research and development efforts including planning, budgeting, execution, project management, and project tracking.

Technology Integration. You will play a crucial role as we design, develop, and integrate technology into our clients' missions and workflows. You will gather requirements and translate those requirements for prioritization and execution. You will assist in the rollout of new technologies and work with applicable leads to integrate technology into our services.

User Experience Design. You will collaborate with software developers, end customers, and internal design resources to create exceptional user experiences and interfaces for our products.

Product Marketing and Market Testing. You will work with the marketing and brand team to capture product value and build product brands as we compete in new markets as a solutions provider.

Identify and Integrate Third-Party technology and infrastructure. You will identify potential vendors, technology, and integrations that will enhance our products. You will assist in the onboarding and integration third-party technology and infrastructure to meet current and emerging customer requirements.

Bid and Proposal Support. You will assist in developing content and editing processes with the capture & proposal team and client outreach & growth team.

Customer Engagements. You will participate in customer engagements, develop presentations that apply our products, services, and solutions to customer needs, and demonstrate our technology as required in pursuit of business development.

Strategic Communications. You will interpret the company's strategy, craft strategic messaging for your product line, foster collaboration among stakeholders, and ensure all team members are in sync with the short-term, mid-term, and long-term roadmaps.

What you will accomplish in your first six to nine months:

• Understand Ridgeline’s technology, services, value proposition, products, and feature roadmap
• Successfully integrate with functional teams within our Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Guide the integration of current and new features into the product line
• Collaborate across the company to plan the next generation of our products
• Engage in new business development, including customer engagements and demonstrations

Must-Haves:

• Possession of TS/SCI Security Clearance and eligibility for higher clearance levels
• A Bachelor's degree focused on Engineering, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, or similar fields, or equivalent practical experience, including relevant military or government service
• Extensive hands-on experience and proficiency in areas such as geospatial systems, data science, secure communications, or mobility management, whether in the private or public sector
• Outstanding skills in communication and interpersonal relationships
• A proactive attitude towards quickly assimilating and implementing new technologies

Nice-to-Haves:

• Extensive background in product management, business development, partnership management, product marketing, or similar areas.
• Proven project management skills or a thorough grasp of technical fields including software development, technical training, system engineering, or network engineering.
• Familiarity and experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies.

Here are some Perks of being a Ridgeliner!

• Flexible PTO + holidays
• Generous 401k match benefit up to 10%, with an automatic 3% safe harbor contribution and additional matching based on employee contributions.
• Medical (HSA & PPO Plans Available), dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Professional coaching services
• Get the technology you want to do your job
• We have free daily snacks & drinks

Ridgeline is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Ridgeline International through its online applicant system, please contact Ridgeline's Talent Management Department at (703) 544-2424 or contact us through e-mail at [email protected]