Principal Product Manager, Tech - Prime Video, Prime Video Experience Team - Shape the Future of Entertainment with a Leading Streaming Service

Introduction to Prime Video and Our Mission

Prime Video is a leading streaming service that offers customers a vast collection of movies, series, and sports, all available to watch on hundreds of compatible devices. As part of Amazon, Prime Video is committed to providing an exceptional customer experience, with a focus on innovation, quality, and convenience. Our mission is to shape the future of entertainment, and we are looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our team and help us achieve this goal.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Principal Product Manager to join our Prime Video team. As a Principal Product Manager, you will play a key role in defining and building the video playback roadmap and customer experience for video across all platforms and geographies. You will participate in developing the video strategy and vision, and develop product roadmaps to execute on that vision. This role is inherently cross-functional, and you will work closely with engineering, project management, design, operations, finance, legal, business development, customer service, content acquisition, and executive teams to bring products to market, develop and grow business opportunities, and enhance our customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the Prime Video customer, both existing and potential, and use this knowledge to inform product decisions and drive customer-centric innovation.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the digital video market segments, and continually assess the competitive landscape and emerging industry trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Partner with key stakeholders to define the product vision, strategy, roadmap, and supporting metrics required to deliver and enhance a best-in-class digital video customer experience.
• Own the development of detailed product requirements documents, and work cross-functionally with engineering, design, and project management teams to deliver on the product roadmap.
• Drive projects, products, and feature launches with other teams both inside and outside of the Prime Video team, including business development, content acquisition, legal, marketing, finance, customer service, and operations.

Essential Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• 2+ years of end-to-end product delivery experience, with a proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced and dynamic business environment.
• 8+ years of technical product or program management experience, with a strong understanding of software development principles and practices.
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as computer science, engineering, or business administration.
• Experience with feature delivery and tradeoffs of a product, including the ability to prioritize features and make data-driven decisions.
• Experience owning and driving roadmap strategy and definition, including the ability to develop and execute on a product vision and strategy.
• Experience leading engineering discussions around technology decisions and strategy related to a product, including the ability to communicate technical concepts and tradeoffs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the essential qualifications, we are looking for candidates with:

• Experience working directly with engineers on product enhancements, including the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive technical decisions.
• Experience in project management methodologies, business analysis, or process improvement, including the ability to apply these skills to drive efficiency and effectiveness in product development.

Skills and Competencies

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a range of skills and competencies, including:

• Technical skills: a strong understanding of software development principles and practices, including experience with agile development methodologies and cloud-based technologies.
• Communication skills: the ability to communicate technical concepts and tradeoffs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including experience with written and verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation.
• Collaboration skills: the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including experience with project management, business analysis, and process improvement.
• Problem-solving skills: the ability to analyze complex problems and develop creative solutions, including experience with data analysis, root cause analysis, and decision-making.
• Leadership skills: the ability to lead and motivate teams, including experience with coaching, mentoring, and talent development.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Prime Video, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Principal Product Manager, you will have access to a range of career growth opportunities and learning benefits, including:

• Professional development: opportunities for training, mentorship, and coaching to help you develop your skills and advance your career.
• Networking opportunities: the chance to connect with other professionals in the industry, including experience with conferences, meetups, and networking events.
• Innovation and experimentation: the freedom to experiment with new ideas and approaches, including experience with innovation labs, hackathons, and proof-of-concept projects.

Work Environment and Company Culture

At Prime Video, we are proud of our company culture and work environment. We offer a range of benefits and perks, including:

• Flexible work arrangements: the ability to work from home, including experience with remote work, flexible hours, and compressed workweeks.
• Health and wellness programs: access to fitness classes, mental health resources, and employee assistance programs.
• Recognition and rewards: opportunities for recognition and rewards, including experience with employee recognition programs, bonuses, and stock options.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Base pay: a salary range of $161,900/year to $279,900/year, depending on location and experience.
• Equity: opportunities for stock options and equity awards.
• Sign-on payments: a sign-on bonus for new employees.
• Medical, financial, and other benefits: access to a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and talented individual who is passionate about shaping the future of entertainment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Principal Product Manager at Prime Video, you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and develop your skills and career. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join our team and help us shape the future of entertainment. Apply today!