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Pearson · 10 hours ago

Principal Data Product Manager

United States

Full-time

Remote

Lead/Staff

$155K/yr - $195K/yr

10+ years exp

Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS) is seeking a Principal Product Manager to lead their Data Foundation program as a senior expert. This role involves driving the vision and execution of a critical platform modernization initiative, leading cross-functional teams to enhance product development and user experiences.

BooksDigital MediaEdTechEducationHigher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and own the product strategy and multi-year roadmap for the Data Foundation program, ensuring it aligns with PVS’s overall platform modernization goals

Lead the Data Foundation program to modernize PVS’s data architecture and infrastructure

Serve as the product lead at the top of the SDLC for this initiative – coordinate and inspire cross-functional teams of software engineers, architects, data scientists, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders

Introduce and champion the use of generative AI and agent-driven tools in our product development process

Oversee the end-to-end execution of product initiatives, from concept through launch and iteration

Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders – including other Product Vertical leaders, Program/Project Managers, and executives – to ensure the Data Foundation program meets the needs of various learning products and operational teams

Use your strong technical background to make informed product decisions

Stay abreast of industry trends in data platforms, analytics, and AI/ML

Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and success metrics for the Data Foundation program

Although this role does not have direct reports, you are expected to mentor and guide junior product managers and product owners within the team

Qualification

Data architectureCloud platforms (AWS)Product managementCross-functional leadershipGenerative AIData governanceAgile/ScrumStakeholder managementInnovation mindsetContinuous improvementCommunication skillsMentoring

Required

10+ years of product management experience, with a significant portion in platform or technical product management roles

Proven track record driving large-scale initiatives end-to-end – ideally including data platform or infrastructure projects

Strong knowledge of data architecture and management

Familiarity with databases (relational and NoSQL), data warehousing or lakehouse concepts, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data governance best practices

Understanding of data privacy regulations and practices for handling sensitive information

Comfortable discussing and understanding complex technical designs with architects and engineers

Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and modern software architecture (microservices, APIs, event-driven systems)

Ability to grasp AI/ML concepts and their application in products

Exceptional cross-functional leadership skills

Able to lead by influence and inspire teams that do not report to you directly

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment

Demonstrated interest or experience in cutting-edge technologies, especially generative AI, automation, and intelligent agents

A track record of driving innovation

Preferred

Experience in the education technology domain or other highly data-driven industries

Familiarity with education data standards (e.g., Ed-Fi, LTI) or student information systems

Direct experience working with AI/ML product features or incorporating AI into a product management process

Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner/Architect or Certified Product Manager

Any security or data privacy certifications (CIPP, CISSP, etc.)

Experience in a large-scale matrix organization where you have driven initiatives across multiple teams or departments

Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field

Benefits

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program.

Company

Pearson

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Pearson operates as a media and education company that offers a wide range of services to its customers.

Founded in 1998

London, England, GBR

10001+ employees

https://www.pearson.com/

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