Description
***This candidate must be a U.S. citizen (U.S. born or naturalized) who does not hold dual citizenship and agrees to complete a U.S. federal government Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) for a Moderate Public Trust position.
About Slack Public Sector:
Slack Public Sector is dedicated to helping government agencies and public institutions transform how they collaborate and serve citizens. We're building solutions that meet the highest standards of security and compliance while delivering the intuitive, productive experience that Slack is known for.
Join us in our mission to make government more efficient, transparent, and responsive to the communities they serve.
We're looking for an experienced Sr Director of Product to lead our Slack Public Sector product strategy and execution. In this role, you'll drive product innovation and development specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of government agencies, educational institutions, and other public sector organizations.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
Define and execute the product vision and roadmap for Slack's public sector offerings
Partner with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Design, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to deliver exceptional public sector solutions
Drive product strategy that aligns with Salesforce's broader public sector initiatives and compliance requirements
Identify market opportunities and competitive positioning within the public sector landscape
Product Development & Innovation
Lead the development of features and capabilities that address public sector-specific requirements (security, compliance, accessibility, etc.)
Champion user research and data-driven decision making to understand public sector customer needs
Oversee product launches and go-to-market strategies for public sector features
Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure products meet government standards (FedRAMP, FISMA, etc.)
Customer & Market Focus
Build deep relationships with key public sector customers and stakeholders
Represent Slack at industry events, conferences, and customer advisory boards
Work closely with Sales teams to support deal strategy and customer negotiations
Analyze market trends and competitive landscape in the public sector space
Requirements:
10+ years of product management experience, with 5+ years in senior leadership roles
Deep experience with enterprise B2B products, preferably in collaboration, productivity, or communication platforms
Proven track record working with public sector customers (federal, state, local government, education, healthcare)
Experience navigating government procurement processes and compliance requirements
Technical & Product Skills
Strong understanding of enterprise security, compliance, and governance requirements
Experience with cloud-based SaaS products and platform architectures
Knowledge of government regulations and standards (FedRAMP, FISMA, Section 508, etc.)
Data-driven approach to product decision making and experimentation
Leadership & Communication
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, comfortable with C-level executives and government stakeholders
Proven ability to influence without authority and build consensus across diverse teams
Experience managing and developing high-performing product teams
Strong strategic thinking with ability to execute tactically
Industry Knowledge
Understanding of public sector buying processes, budget cycles, and decision-making structures
Knowledge of government technology trends and digital transformation initiatives
Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design principles
Experience with complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles