Amazon

Sr Manager, Product Management - Technical, Kindle Software

Amazon$197K — $267K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of team management experience
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Proven experience defining and driving product roadmap strategy
  • Experience in feature delivery and evaluating product tradeoffs
  • Background in delivering consumer software or tech products in high growth environments

Responsibilities

  • Drive the vision and roadmap for Kindle software
  • Develop and promote strategies to increase active users and usage
  • Forge partnerships across Amazon to enhance product offerings
  • Co-design innovative user experiences for E-readers
  • Influence business strategy focusing on customer engagement and analytics
  • Build and lead a high-performing product management team
  • Oversee cross-functional collaboration with engineering, design, and research teams to ensure timely project delivery
  • Collaborate with global teams to align on product goals

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • 401(k) matching for retirement savings
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave policies
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  • Access to mental health and wellness resources
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare costs
Full Job Description
As a Sr. Manager, PM-T for Kindle Experience, you will directly own and reinvent how customers experience Kindle's apps and devices. The space is dynamic and evolving quickly, and we have the opportunity to define how customers will use these purpose built devices to enhance their daily lives. You will help define the strategy on how to grow this business several fold, and what features/capabilities we need to build to achieve that growth. To be successful, you will build and grow a strong team, leverage research and insights, develop a bold vision, work closely with peers and partners across Amazon, and guide your team to deliver. You will work closely with engineering, design, research and analytics. You will also need to balance short term wins with long term bets as the reading and e-ink landscapes continue to evolve.

Key job responsibilities

• Drive Kindle software vision and roadmap.

• Develop and evangelize strategies that grow the space - more active users and more usage.

• Develop and leverage partnerships across organizations.

• Co-develop new user experiences and the evolution of E-reader user experiences

• Serve as a key influencer in developing and auditing business strategy, contributing significantly to the overall Kindle strategy, customer engagement and analytics, and financial planning.

• Build a world-class product management team

• Lead cross-functional teams - engineering, design, research, science and other partner teams to deliver the right projects on time

• Role is global in nature will work with teams in other countries.

About the team

The Kindle Software Product Management team owns the customer facing software experiences across all Kindle devices and apps - ranging from how you read, navigate, acquire content and more. We believe reading is essential for a healthy society; our mission is to be the world's favorite place to read, write and get more out of reading.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 6+ years of team management experience

- Bachelor's degree

- Experience owning/driving roadmap strategy and definition

- Experience with feature delivery and tradeoffs of a product

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience delivering consumer software products and services in a high growth environment

- Experience delivering technology products or services in a high growth environment

- Experience working with fast-moving, high-performance teams and driving innovative solutions tailored to unique business environments

- Experience using data and metrics to back up assumptions, evaluate outcomes, and make data-driven decisions

- Experience working on a consumer hardware or software product

- Can show strong verbal and written communication skills

- Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization

- Ability to work well with a variety of people ranging in various technical levels

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Seattle - 197,900.00 - 267,800.00 USD annually

About Amazon

Audible is a provider of spoken audio information and entertainment , on the Internet. They provide premium spoken audio content, such as audio versions of books and newspapers and radio programs, that is delivered over the Internet and played back on personal computers and hand-held electronic devices. The Audible service allows consumers to purchase and download their content from their Website, store it in digital files and play it back on personal computers and electronic devices. More than 15,000 hours of audio content are available on their Web site, including audio versions of books, periodicals and radio programs. Several manufacturers have agreed to support and promote the playback of their content on their hand-held audio-enabled electronic devices.

Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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