Lead Product Manager
Fieldguide160,000 - 195,000 USD/year
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Nonprofit Organization, Information Technology, Open DataIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Computer Science, Product Management, or a related discipline, and ideally have 5+ years of experience in product management, particularly within data platforms or knowledge graphs. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, along with demonstrated experience in shaping product roadmaps and collaborating with engineering teams. Familiarity with database technologies and data access patterns is beneficial, as is an understanding of open-source software development.
Responsibilities
As the Lead Product Manager, you will be responsible for the product lifecycle management of the Wikidata Query Service (WDQS) and related successor services, collaborating with technical stakeholders to identify user needs and translate them into prioritized system requirements. You will also develop and execute product roadmaps, guiding the modernization of the data access infrastructure and improving self-service capabilities for the Wikidata community, while working closely with Wikimedia Deutschland (WMDE) product management and engineering counterparts. Furthermore, you will serve as a thought partner to senior leadership and affiliate partners on strategic and tactical roadmap development, and contribute to the overall vision of the Wikidata Platform.
Skills
Product Management
Strategy
Roadmap Planning
Data Access
Open Linked Data
AI Integration
Platform Development
Cross-functional Collaboration
Wikimedia Foundation
Operates Wikipedia and free knowledge projects
About Wikimedia Foundation
The Wikimedia Foundation operates Wikipedia and other free knowledge projects, aiming to create a world where everyone can freely access and share knowledge. It provides a platform for users to read, contribute, and share content, while also supporting the volunteer communities that help maintain these projects. The foundation is funded by donations from individuals and institutions, emphasizing its nonprofit status. Unlike many other organizations, it focuses on making knowledge accessible to all without charge, advocating for policies that support free knowledge initiatives. Its goal is to empower individuals to contribute to and benefit from a collective pool of knowledge.
Key Metrics
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2003Year Founded
$145.9MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Social Impact, EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees