PGA TOUR

Senior Product Manager - ShotLink

PGA TOUR$110K — $130K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 10 years of experience in Product Management or Development, specifically with consumer digital products.
  • Strong grasp of agile practices, including backlog management and vendor relationship management.
  • Expertise in UX/UI and consumer research for effective product development.
  • Familiarity with camera tracking, LiDAR, GPS, and RTK technologies preferred.
  • Ability to use script languages is a plus.
  • Understanding of cloud-based architecture is required.
  • In-depth knowledge and interest in golf, particularly PGA TOUR events and scoring.

Responsibilities

  • Define product vision, strategy, and milestones for ShotLink applications.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and enhance digital products and services.
  • Manage product roadmap and communicate key milestones and feedback to stakeholders.
  • Lead the development of both software and hardware applications based on organizational objectives.
  • Oversee backlog management in collaboration with Project Managers to ensure timely delivery.
  • Act as the representative for users to develop supportive scoring tools for various tournament roles.
  • Translate user needs into functional applications using research to inform requirements.
  • Promote and advocate for current and emerging technologies within the product ecosystem.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment focused on innovation.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technologies in sports and entertainment.
  • Chance to contribute to the enhancement of the fan experience in golf events.
  • Access to exclusive PGA TOUR events and networking opportunities.
Full Job Description
Responsible for owning the end-to-end vision, strategy, and development of ShotLink applications, the TOUR’s proprietary scoring system, and other products to score golf and effectively track PGA TOUR events. This position is part of a team responsible for designing, developing, and managing scoring and tracking golf with real time data and statistical analysis across all PGA TOUR events. QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, or Engineering, Information Systems, or adjacent degree and relevant work experience.  • 10 years related experience required in Product Management or Product Development, consumer digital products experience required. • Strong understanding of agile practices including backlog management and prior experience working with Project Management; deep prior experience managing and directing vendor relationships • Knowledge of UX / UI and consumer research best practices as it relates to successful product development • Knowledge of camera tracking, LiDAR, GPS, RTK technologies preferred • Ability to use script languages a plus • Understanding cloud-based architecture required • Extensive golf knowledge and interest in golf required; preferred knowledge in PGA TOUR events and scoring • Ability to manage multiple products and meet deadlines under pressure in a team environment • Strong communication and collaboration skills • Commitment to high-quality work product that meet PGA TOUR brand and fan standards RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES • Define product vision, strategy, and milestones; manage the design and implementation of applications (hardware and / or software) across suite of ShotLink services • Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders to develop digital products and services; works closely with developers, vendors, designers, and end users to continually improve product and advance product roadmap • Manage overall product roadmap, communicate milestones and value drops, proactively engage with stakeholders for continuous feedback loop • Lead development of product including software and hardware, taking milestones from larger organization and leadership, distill into meaningful applications and experiences that satisfy TOUR priorities • Manage backlog and work closely with Project Managers to effectively communicate needs and timelines • Act as the ‘voice of the user’ for scoring tech, tournament producers, scoring officials, tournament staff to build tools that support their work • Translate end user needs into tangible applications, utilizing user research to validate business requirements • Advocate for use of current and upcoming technologies, understand when to implement new and when to upgrade current • Build strong relationships across golf technology and adjacent departments; effectively collaborate and influence laterally and to leadership • Some travel required • Special projects or other duties as assigned.

About PGA TOUR

The PGA TOUR is a professional golf organization that is headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. It was founded in 1929 and is responsible for organizing and promoting professional golf tournaments around the world. The PGA TOUR is made up of three tours: the PGA TOUR, the Korn Ferry Tour, and the PGA TOUR Champions. The PGA TOUR is the most prestigious of the three tours and is home to many of the world's top golfers. The organization also operates the PGA TOUR Superstore, which is a chain of golf retail stores located throughout the United States.
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2023
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Revenue
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