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# Chief Product Officer with a Public Cloud Data Platform – Seattle, WA



JRG Partners is proud to exclusively represent a category-defining, venture-backed leader in the public cloud data platform space. Our client is on a mission to revolutionize how enterprises harness the power of their data, providing a scalable, secure, and intelligent platform that turns complex data into actionable insights. With significant funding, a rapidly growing customer base of Fortune 500 companies, and a culture of relentless innovation, they are poised for exponential growth. We are seeking a transformative Chief Product Officer (CPO) to join their executive leadership team in Seattle, WA, and steer the product organization through this next critical phase of expansion and market dominance.
Role Overview for Chief Product Officer with a Public Cloud Data Platform – Seattle, WA
As the Chief Product Officer, you will be the visionary force behind the company’s product portfolio. You are not just a product leader; you are a business strategist, a customer advocate, and a technology evangelist. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will own the end-to-end product lifecycle, from conceptualization and strategic planning to execution and go-to-market success. This is a pivotal role that requires a unique blend of strategic thinking, technical depth, inspirational leadership, and a deep understanding of the enterprise data and cloud markets. You will be responsible for defining a compelling product vision and roadmap that anticipates market trends, delights customers, and creates a sustainable competitive advantage. Your leadership will directly impact the company’s revenue growth, market position, and long-term success. You will be the central hub, collaborating intensely with engineering, marketing, sales, and customer success to ensure the entire organization is aligned and executing flawlessly against the product strategy.
Key Responsibilities of Chief Product Officer with a Public Cloud Data Platform – Seattle, WA
Product Vision & Strategic Leadership
Define, articulate, and champion a clear, compelling, and long-term product vision and strategy that aligns with the company’s overall business objectives. You will be the primary storyteller for the product, both internally and externally, inspiring confidence and excitement among employees, investors, customers, and partners.

Develop and maintain a multi-year strategic product roadmap, ensuring it is informed by market analysis, customer feedback, competitive intelligence, and technological advancements.
Conduct comprehensive market research to identify new opportunities, evolving customer needs, and emerging competitive threats in the cloud data ecosystem.
Translate the company’s high-level strategic goals into a tangible product strategy, defining key themes, investment areas, and success metrics (KPIs/OKRs).
Present the product strategy and roadmap to the executive team, board of directors, and at industry events with clarity and conviction.

Roadmap Execution & Product Lifecycle Management
Oversee the entire product lifecycle with a rigorous, data-driven approach. You will instill a culture of execution excellence, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality, market-leading products that solve real-world customer problems.

Lead the product management team in creating detailed product requirement documents (PRDs), user stories, and functional specifications.
Implement and refine agile product development processes in close partnership with the Head of Engineering to optimize for velocity, quality, and predictability.
Manage product prioritization and trade-offs, balancing the needs of new features, platform stability, technical debt, and customer requests.
Establish a robust framework for product analytics and A/B testing to inform product decisions and measure the impact of new features and releases.

Team Building & Mentorship
Build, lead, and mentor a world-class product management organization. You will foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning that attracts and retains top-tier product talent.

Recruit, hire, and onboard exceptional Product Managers, Product Owners, and product leaders.
Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to your team, cultivating the next generation of product leaders.
Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and career paths within the product organization.
Champion a culture of customer empathy, data-driven decision-making, and a deep sense of ownership across the team.

Cross-Functional Partnership & Go-to-Market Excellence
Serve as the ultimate collaborator, building strong relationships and ensuring seamless alignment across all departments to drive successful product outcomes. Your ability to influence and lead across the organization is paramount.

Partner closely with the CTO and engineering leadership to ensure the product roadmap is technically feasible and that resources are allocated effectively.
Collaborate with the CMO and the marketing team to develop compelling product positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies for new products and features.
Work with the CRO and the sales organization to enable them with the product knowledge, tools, and collateral needed to effectively sell the platform.
Engage directly with key customers, prospects, and industry analysts to gather insights, validate product direction, and build strategic relationships.

Requirements for the Chief Product Officer with a Public Cloud Data Platform – Seattle, WA
Core Qualifications

A minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in product management, with at least 5-7 years in a senior leadership capacity (e.g., VP of Product, Head of Product, CPO) for an enterprise B2B SaaS or cloud infrastructure company.
Proven track record of success in scaling a product organization and a product portfolio through a significant growth phase (e.g., from $50M to $200M+ ARR).
Demonstrated experience in developing and executing product strategies that have resulted in significant market share gains and revenue growth.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field is required. An MBA or advanced degree is highly preferred.

Technical & Domain Expertise

Deep understanding of and hands-on experience with the public cloud ecosystem (AWS, Azure, GCP) and its associated data services.
Extensive domain expertise in areas such as big data, data warehousing, data lakes, data analytics, business intelligence (BI), and/or AI/ML platforms.
Must have a strong technical background and be comfortable engaging in deep architectural and design discussions with senior engineers.
Familiarity with the competitive landscape and market dynamics of leading public cloud data platforms is essential.

Leadership & Communication Skills

Exceptional leadership skills with a proven ability to build, inspire, and motivate high-performing, geographically distributed teams.
World-class communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate a complex product vision and strategy to a wide range of audiences, from engineers to board members.
Strong business acumen with experience in pricing, packaging, and managing a product P&L.
A highly analytical and data-driven mindset, coupled with strong intuition and a bias for action.
Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Seattle, WA metropolitan area.

Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client believes in investing in their people and provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.
Executive Compensation
A highly competitive base salary, annual performance bonus, and a substantial equity package commensurate with a C-level role.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents with significant employer contributions.
Retirement Planning
A 401(k) plan with a generous company match to help you plan for your future.
Flexible Time Off
An unlimited paid time off (PTO) policy, complemented by company-wide holidays, to encourage a healthy work-life balance.
Professional Development
A dedicated annual budget for conferences, courses, certifications, and other learning opportunities to fuel your growth.
Relocation Support
A comprehensive relocation package is available for the right candidate.
Office Perks
A modern office in the heart of Seattle’s tech hub, complete with catered lunches, a fully stocked kitchen, and wellness amenities.
How to Apply
If you are a visionary product leader with a passion for data and the cloud, and you are ready to make a career-defining impact at a hyper-growth company, we want to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of an industry and build a legacy.
JRG Partners is the exclusive search firm for this retained executive search. To be considered for this confidential opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. For more information about our expertise in this area, please visit JRG Partners’ Technology Executive Practice.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.