Manager, Product Management

Location: United States Our Product organisation is entering an exciting new chapter at Rapid7. As Product and Engineering come together under new executive leadership, we're investing in the next generation of our Product organisation. We're looking for exceptional Managers of Product Management who are passionate about building high performing and engaged teams and are excited by leading complex platform strategy, solving customer problems, and helping shape the future of cybersecurity products. At Rapid7 you will set the prioritization and direction for your team with the backing of a global software leader combined with a rich, people-centric culture that empowers you to execute your vision. Ready to drive next-gen innovation and own the product lifecycle? Explore the role below… About the Team Our Product Management team bridges the gap between vision and execution, driving the strategy behind our award-winning solutions to help over 11,000 organizations assess risk, detect threats, and automate their security programs. Utilizing best-in-class technology, leading-edge research, and broad market expertise, our PMs champion the customer's voice. We collaborate across engineering and UX to develop groundbreaking new features and maximize value for security teams worldwide. In the age of AI the stakes for creating a safer digital world are greater than ever. At Rapid7, we believe it’s our responsibility to show up every day and innovate on behalf of the entire security community. Our global Product Management team is at the center of this mission, defining the roadmap for a cohesive, industry-leading platform that spans vulnerability management, cloud security, and automation. Join our Product Management team to own the product lifecycle, drive strategic innovation on our Insight platform, and help shape the future of a safer digital space for everyone. About the Role As a Manager of Product Management, your primary responsibility will be to help shape the future of our cutting-edge platform solutions by guiding team execution and aligning cross-functional strategies. Specifically, your focus will be to: Directly manage a team of Product Managers with responsibility for coaching, mentoring, and supporting them in scoping work and prioritizing tasks Mentor your PMs and help grow their skills, identify growth areas, set expectations and provide feedback Lead cross-team collaboration with Product, Engineering, and UX for product planning, prioritization, development, launch and on-going enhancements that balance responsiveness to customer needs with strategic market impact. Work with executive leadership, product, and engineering teams to develop product plans aligned with market requirements and opportunities for growth. Collaborate with customers and cloud ecosystem partners, leveraging market research to develop functional and technical requirements in partnership with engineering. Encourage data-driven product decisions by leveraging utilization metrics, user feedback, and customer partnerships. Work with product and marketing leadership to develop content, messaging, and competitive positioning based on solid value propositions. Integrate AI into day-to-day product management practices to increase efficiency, insight, and customer value. The skills and qualities you'll bring include 7+ years of experience in product management roles with a demonstrated track record of shipping meaningful product in complex or ambiguous environments preferably within Cyber Security or an AI driven SDLC. With 3+ years experience in product team leadership AI Fluency – Demonstrate the ability to select and use AI appropriately to solve problems, make better decisions, and increase productivity and and foster these practices across your team Previous experience in managing engaged and high performing Product Management teams with a track record in developing and mentoring PMs at all levels A customer-first mindset with the ability to drive that throughout your teams, solid understanding of customer needs, and integration of this customer impact into your team’s everyday decision making You hold yourself and your team responsible for driving outcomes and owning both successes and failures. You think big but act small, helping your PMs break down massive visions into actionable, high-impact components. Establish clear credibility and the ability to build trust fast with engineering, design, data, and senior stakeholders. Formulate a strong point of view and clear opinions about what good product looks like, using crisp communication skills to land them and foster commitment from others. Display professional resilience and immense comfort working through organizational change, turning restructures or pivots into opportunities to come out sharper and focused forward. Make efficient, transparent decisions that resolve roadmap challenges and maintain development momentum. Build a strong global network and work across boundaries to deliver sustainable improvements that create business value. Embrace difficult conversations, actively listening, asking questions, and checking for understanding to find common ground when driving consensus across disparate product cohorts. Embody our core values to foster a culture of excellence that drives meaningful impact and collective success. We know that the best ideas and solutions come from multi-dimensional teams. That’s because these teams reflect a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences. If you are excited about this role and feel your experience can make an impact, please don’t be shy - apply today. About Rapid7 At Rapid7, our vision is to create a secure digital world for our customers, our industry, and our communities. We do this by harnessing our collective expertise and passion to challenge what’s possible and drive extraordinary impact. We’re building a dynamic and collaborative workplace where new ideas are welcome. Protecting 11,500+ customers against bad actors and threats means we’re continuing to push the envelope just like we’ ve been doing for the past 20 years. If you ’re ready to solve some of the toughest challenges in cybersecurity, we’re ready to help you take command of your career. Join us. Rapid7, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. We evaluate compensation decisions on a case-by-case basis, and it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the very top of the salary range. The annual salary range for this role, depending on location, is: United States: $144,500.00