This role can be filled in one of our office locations in Dublin, Munich, London, Amsterdam, Madrid, Berlin and Barcelona or fully remote in Germany, Spain, Ireland, UK, or the Netherlands.At Personio, your work transforms the way millions of people experience work every day. Join our Product & Technology team that drives our customer's outcomes by designing, developing and delivering innovative and high quality products. Be empowered to take ownership of your areas and make an impact on your team, our product, and our customers. 

We are now seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Product to lead our Data Platform team. As the Director of Product, you will be responsible for driving the strategic direction, development, and continuous enhancement of our data platform, which is the backbone of our organization's drive to create an interconnected HR solution, best-in-class customer experience and enable critical initiatives such as Workflow Automation and Customer Analytics. This role requires a deep understanding of data infrastructure, data engineering, analytics, and product management to deliver scalable, reliable, and cutting-edge data solutions.

Strategy and Vision:

• Develop and communicate a clear and compelling vision for the data platform aligned with the organization's overall product and business strategy.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business needs and identify opportunities for leveraging data assets to drive growth and innovation.

Product Development and Management:

• Lead the end-to-end product development process, from ideation to release, ensuring the delivery of high-quality data products and features.

• Define product roadmaps, set priorities, and drive product enhancements based on customer feedback, market trends, and business requirements.

• Work closely with engineering teams to plan, design, and implement scalable data infrastructure, data pipelines, and data storage solutions.

• Oversee the integration of data from various sources, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with data governance standards.

Data Strategy and Governance:

• Collaborate with the broader PTech organisation to define data strategies, including data modeling, data security, and data privacy, to maintain a secure and compliant data ecosystem

• Establish and enforce data governance policies to ensure data quality, integrity, and accessibility while complying with relevant regulations

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of product managers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Provide guidance and support to the team in solving technical challenges and making strategic decisions

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, product managers, data scientists, and business leaders, to understand their needs and align data platform initiatives with business objectives.

• Act as a spokesperson for the Data Platform team, communicating progress, challenges, and opportunities to relevant stakeholders.

Performance Measurement and Improvement:

• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) for the data platform and regularly assess performance against these metrics.

• Implement strategies to improve the efficiency, scalability, and performance of data infrastructure and processes.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or relevant business degree is a plus.

• Proven experience (typically 8+ years) in product management, data engineering, or related roles, with a focus on data platforms and solutions.

• Demonstrated success in leading and delivering complex data projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Strong understanding of data architecture, data modeling, data governance, and data security principles.

• Experience with big data technologies, cloud-based data platforms, and data warehousing solutions.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven and results-oriented mindset.

Org Setup 

• Reporting in the VP of Product

• Direct manager of multiple product managers

Aside from our people, culture, and mission, there are a variety of additional benefits that help make Personio a great place to work! Work with us and receive those Munich office benefits (benefits will vary depending on office location):


• Competitive compensation package – reevaluated each year – that includes salary, benefits, and pre-IPO equity
• 28 days of paid vacation, plus another additional day after 2 and 4 years (because we love what we do, but we also love vacation!)
• 2 Impact Days you can use to have an impact on the environment and society –  one for an individual project of your choice and one for a company-wide initiative! #SocialResponsibility
• Find your best way to work with our office-led, remote-friendly PersonioFlex! We offer a roughly 50% remote, 50% in-office working framework to suit your needs
• Annual personal development budget for you to invest in your development via professional memberships, external certifications, conferences, and more
• Regular company and team events like All Company Culture Week and local year-end celebrations
• High-impact working environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Receive generous family leave, child support, mental health support, and sabbatical opportunities with PersonioCares
• Save money with corporate discounts across brands like Adidas, LG, Bosch, Apple, and more
• Invest in your retirement via the Personio Pension Scheme, including a Personio contribution
• Choose between green mobility options, including a JobRad® bike or monthly public transportation ticket
• Access multiple fitness studios and sports facilities across Germany for €22 per month with a subsidized Qualitrain membership
• A beautiful, spacious office in the heart of Munich, complete with professional espresso machines, free drinks and snacks, and indoor and outdoor break spaces