Remote role in US or Europe.

ZONTAL provides the premier data platform tailored for the life science industry. Our platform is at the forefront of digital transformation, delivering innovative solutions that address the intricate challenges faced by large-scale enterprises. Our services streamline IT processes, facilitate the integration of AI/ML applications, accelerate product time-to-market, and enhance regulatory compliance.

With a global presence encompassing the US, Europe, and Asia, ZONTAL is well-positioned to offer seamless support to our clients worldwide. Our network of dedicated integration and service partners enables us to deliver our expertise and solutions in any country and across all time zones, ensuring our customers receive unparalleled support wherever they are.

As the Principal Technical Product Manager, you will own the technical vision, strategy, and execution roadmap for the ZONTAL platform, steering innovation and driving complex, large-scale solutions for life sciences organizations. You will be a key contributor in defining ZONTAL’s digital transformation strategy, interfacing with cross-functional teams, and translating customer needs into cutting-edge technical solutions.

Responsibilities:
• Define the technical strategy for the ZONTAL platform, focusing on scalability, performance, and innovation in data management and digital preservation.
• Collaborate efficiently with the global engineering, data science, and DevOps teams to ensure high-quality delivery of platform features, aligning with customer and regulatory needs.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between customers, internal stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring product alignment with industry standards, market trends, and emerging technologies.
• Understand technical market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify opportunities for platform growth and differentiation.
• Own the platform’s technical roadmap, guiding the team in prioritizing features, managing technical debt, and ensuring continuous integration and deployment practices.
• Develop and maintain a detailed product backlog, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver in an Agile environment.
• Lead efforts to optimize platform performance, security, and compliance with industry regulations (FDA, GxP, ISO).
• Drive innovation in platform development, from AI/ML integration to cloud-native architectures, ensuring ZONTAL’s platform is at the forefront of the life sciences digital revolution.
• Mentor and coach junior product managers, providing guidance on best practices in technical product management and platform development.

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field (Master’s or equivalent experience preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in technical product management or product ownership, with a focus on software platforms in regulated industries, preferably in Life Sciences.
• Proven track record of leading technical product development for large-scale, complex platforms from conception to market release.
• Strong technical expertise in AWS cloud software architecture, with proficiency in Python, Java and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with AI/ML applications, cloud-native technologies, and DevOps practices.
• Experience with regulatory compliance requirements in the Life Sciences sector, including FDA, GxP, and ISO standards.
• Exceptional analytical skills and experience in using data to guide decision-making and product prioritization.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments, using tools like Jira and Confluence.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with data management platforms and familiarity with digital preservation technologies.
• Advanced certification in technical product management or Agile frameworks (e.g., CSPO, Pragmatic Marketing).
• Familiarity with life sciences data standards and scientific informatics systems.
• Strong leadership skills with a history of mentoring product teams and driving collaboration across departments.

This is a full-time, remote position located on the US East Coast or Europe. ZONTAL Inc. participates in the E-Verify program. This job is also cross-posted in USA.

We offer:
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Unlimited PTO

ZONTAL, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Learn more about ZONTAL by following the link below:

https://www.zontal.io/