Technical Product Manager, Learning Science

Level

$90K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of product management experience in education or growth tech for Mid-Level roles; 5+ for Senior roles
  • Experience analyzing large datasets and managing telemetry systems
  • Proficient in data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
  • Skilled in Python and SQL for data analysis
  • Proven track record in designing and analyzing A/B tests
  • Strong problem-solving abilities to turn data into actionable insights
  • Effective communication skills for diverse audiences

Responsibilities

  • Define product vision and roadmap aligning tech with educational goals
  • Translate learning science research into actionable product features
  • Lead cross-functional teams to create evidence-based learning solutions
  • Utilize data analytics to validate product decisions and measure impact
  • Advocate for educators and students throughout the product lifecycle
  • Prioritize product backlog focusing on learning efficacy

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence educational outcomes positively
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Engagement with cutting-edge educational research and technology
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development in learning science
Full Job Description
Technical Product Manager, Learning Science

If you want to use your skills to make a difference for the world, we're seeking a Technical Product Manager who bridges the science of learning with product innovation. You'll define the vision and strategy for educational products that measurably improve teaching and learning outcomes, grounded in cognitive science, educational research, and data-driven insights.

What You'll Do:
  • Define product vision and roadmap for learning products, aligning technology with educational goals and learning science principles
  • Translate learning science research and user insights into product features that enhance how students learn and teachers teach
  • Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, design, content, research) to build products grounded in evidence-based learning practices
  • Use data analytics and learning metrics to validate hypotheses, measure impact, and guide product decisions
  • Deeply understand educators and students-their needs, workflows, and challenges-and advocate for them throughout the product lifecycle
  • Prioritize features and manage the product backlog with a focus on learning efficacy and user outcomes

What You Bring:
  • Strong product management foundation with experience defining strategy, building roadmaps, and shipping products
  • Deep understanding of learning science, cognitive psychology, or educational research
  • Technical fluency to collaborate effectively with engineering teams working on EdTech solutions
  • Data-driven mindset with experience using analytics to measure learning outcomes and product success
  • Exceptional communication skills to bridge technical teams, educators, and business stakeholders
  • Passion for education and commitment to improving learning experiences through thoughtful product design


Qualifications

Need to Have:
  • 3+ years of experience for Mid-Level, 5+ years of experience for Senior in a product management, data analysis, or related role within the education or growth tech industries
  • Proven experience managing telemetry systems and analyzing large datasets.
  • Experience with data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL for data manipulation and analysis.
  • Experience working with databases and data warehousing concepts.
  • Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and analyze A/B tests and other experiments.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • A solid understanding of product development processes.


Nice to Have:
  • Experience in education - as an instructional designer, classroom educator, or similar
  • Familiarity with statistical analysis techniques.
  • Experience in a live operations environment, focusing on monetization and optimization.

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