Sr. Product Manager (Recommendations)

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, Linux Operating system, Machine learning techniques, Python Programming, PyTorch, UI design, Unix Operating system, UX design

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead the strategy and execution for Tinder's recommendations ML/AI team. In this critical role, you will drive the enhancement of our recommendation systems, leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms, cutting-edge AI technologies, and sophisticated user behavior modeling to deliver highly personalized experiences for our members. You will be responsible for setting the vision, defining key metrics, and overseeing the development of innovative features that push the boundaries of personalization and engagement.

The ideal candidate will have a technical background in machine learning and AI, product management experience, and a track record of using data-driven insights to drive impactful product improvements. Your expertise in both strategic planning and hands-on execution will be essential in shaping the future of our recommendation systems and ensuring they meet the evolving needs of our global user base.

Where you’ll work:

This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration two times per week. This position is based in San Francisco or Palo Alto CA

In this role, you will:

• Develop detailed specifications for large-scale ML/AI driven recommendations features critical to the business, guiding teams through the development process while considering the broader strategic implications of each feature.
• Partner closely with engineering and data science to improve Tinder recommendations.
• Understand markets, ecosystem effects, and user requirements in depth.
• Launch new products and features, test their performance, and iterate quickly.
• Communicate effectively with the broader product team, cross-functional partners, and senior leadership. Clearly articulate project requirements, deadlines, deliverables, and impact for critical initiatives, and achieve stakeholder buy-in.
• Represent the company’s culture and values, and drive inclusivity across teams.
• Utilize data insights and voice of the customer to drive product decisions.

You’ll need:

• 3-5 years of experience in product management or a related technical role.
• Background in recommendation systems or related ML/AI systems, ensuring user-centric outcomes and maintaining high standards of business impact.
• Demonstrated leadership experience working effectively with engineers, data scientists, and ML practitioners.
• Skills in deconstructing complex product visions into clear, actionable strategic steps, and crafting product roadmaps that align with company objectives.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills for sharing project requirements and strategic insights with cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Ability to guide decisions on whether to optimize existing features or develop new solutions, with strong skills in risk identification and management across a broad product portfolio.

Nice to have:

• Experience working on optimizing multi-sided marketplaces.
• Degree in computer science or data science.

As a full-time employee, you’ll enjoy:

• Unlimited PTO (with no waiting period), 10 annual Wellness Days
• Time off to volunteer and charitable donations matched up to $15,000 annually
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
• 100% 401(k) employer match up to 10%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 100% paid parental leave (including for non-birthing parents), family forming benefits, and Milk Stork, which provides access to breast milk shipping for business travel, surrogacy, and employee relocation
• Investment in your development: mentorship through our MentorMatch program, access to 6,000+ online courses through Udemy, and an annual $3,000 stipend for your professional development
• Investment in your wellness: access to mental health support via Modern Health, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidy
• Free premium subscriptions for several Match Group apps – including Tinder Platinum!

Salary Range:

$190,000

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$200,000

a year

Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.