[Remote] External Contractor - Mentor role for Data Product Manager track at Udacity

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Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

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EdTech, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Fluency in English both written and spoken
At least 7 years of industry experience or a master’s degree in the relevant field
Technical competence: Statistical Foundations, Data Wrangling, Visualization & Storytelling, Product KPIs, Data Pipeline, Data Modeling & Storage, Strong understanding of Experiment Design (A/B Testing, Multivariate) and statistical inference, product management frameworks (e.g., RICE, Iterative Design), Product Development, Rapid Prototyping, User-Centered Design, Product Strategy, Go-To-Market Strategy, Basic knowledge of SQL
Graduate from a Udacity Nanodegree Program (added plus)
Experience teaching technical concepts and public speaking, organizing technical talks, or webinars
Positive character, trusted by the students, creating emotional ties in the group
Flexibility at their current job to take this challenge part-time as an external contractor

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for students over an online community forum
Answer questions around course content over the forum and facilitate content for students who get stuck in learning
Host one weekly live virtual session to offer direct, real-time support to students
Redirect learners to appropriate support channels and escalate issues to the Mentor Operations team when needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

StatisticsData WranglingData VisualizationStorytellingProduct KPIsData PipelineData ModelingData StorageA/B TestingMultivariate TestingStatistical InferenceRICEIterative DesignProduct DevelopmentRapid PrototypingUser-Centered DesignProduct StrategyGo-To-Market StrategySQL

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this mentor role?

Compensation varies depending on factors like location, role, skill set, and experience, and Udacity will provide a reasonable range as required by local law.

Is this mentor position remote?

Yes, you can work from the comfort of your own home, with virtual meetings, online forums, and weekly live sessions.

What skills are required for this Data Product Manager mentor role?

Required skills include fluency in English, at least 7 years of industry experience or a master’s degree, technical competence in areas like Statistical Foundations, Data Wrangling, Visualization & Storytelling, Product KPIs, Experiment Design (A/B Testing), product management frameworks (e.g., RICE), and basic SQL knowledge, plus experience teaching technical concepts.

What is the work environment like at Udacity for mentors?

Mentors contribute to a vibrant, international student community, meeting virtually weekly for support, office hours, and activities, with a #studentfirst approach.

What makes a strong candidate for this mentor position?

Strong candidates have 7+ years of industry experience or a master’s degree, technical expertise in data and product management, experience teaching or public speaking, Udacity Nanodegree graduation as a plus, and flexibility for part-time contracting.

Udacity

Online platform for tech skills education

About Udacity

Udacity is an online education platform that teaches tech skills such as programming, data science, and artificial intelligence through courses developed with industry leaders. The platform emphasizes hands-on learning with real-world projects and offers 24/7 mentor support to assist students. Unlike many competitors, Udacity operates on a subscription model and provides comprehensive "Nanodegree" programs, as well as corporate training solutions. The goal is to deliver practical education that helps individuals advance their careers and enables companies to upskill their employees.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$155.6MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

EducationIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Care - No-premium health, dental, and vision benefits, 401K, FSA

Lifestyle - Monthly wellness stipend (gym memberships, work-out gear, etc.)

Learning - Reimbursements for conferences, classes, and seminars

Flexibility - Flexible work hours, unlimited vacation, and paid parental leave

Meals - Healthy catered lunches, dinners, snacks, and drinks on site

Fun - Board games, team outings, company parties, and more

Risks

Increased competition from free resources like Coursera could impact Udacity's market share.

Rapid tech changes may render Udacity's course content outdated quickly.

Accenture's acquisition may lead to strategic shifts alienating existing customers.

Differentiation

Udacity offers hands-on learning with real-world projects and datasets.

The platform provides 24/7 mentor support for coding questions.

Udacity's courses are designed in collaboration with industry leaders.

Upsides

Accenture's acquisition enhances Udacity's reach and resources for tech training.

Udacity's partnerships offer scholarships, expanding access to underserved students.

The rise of micro-credentials boosts Udacity's market relevance and appeal.

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