Director, Product Management (Data)

NerdwalletNerdwallet·Remote(NerdWallet US)
Software Development
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

In a market where demand for data-driven professionals grew 27% in 2025, NerdWallet's Director of Product Management for Data stands out as a key role. With the company's commitment to financial empowerment and measurable business impact, this position requires a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strategic vision. As the fintech industry continues to evolve, professionals with experience in data architecture, governance, and machine learning are in high demand. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the need for strong stakeholder management, exceptional communication skills, and a deep understanding of data-driven decision-making.

Job Description

About the Role

The Director, Product Management (Data) at NerdWallet is a critical leadership position that drives the vision, strategy, and execution of the company's data products and platform capabilities. This role is responsible for overseeing multiple product teams and collaborating closely with stakeholders across engineering, analytics, design, and business to build a scalable, trusted, and innovative data ecosystem. The Director reports to the VP, Data & Analytics and is key to enabling personalization, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and long-term competitive advantage. As a leader in the data domain, this position requires a deep understanding of data architecture, governance, pipelines, analytics workflows, and cloud-based data ecosystems. The Director will define the strategic direction for all data products, including data infrastructure, governance, machine learning enablement, and data-driven consumer experiences. They will also build and lead high-performing product teams, ensuring that roadmaps are aligned with company priorities and executed with excellence. NerdWallet's commitment to financial empowerment and measurable business impact is rooted in its data-driven approach. The company's data foundation enables exceptional fintech experiences, and this role is critical to driving that vision forward.

What You Will Do

  • Set the long-term vision and strategy for the company's data platform and data products, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer needs.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop multiple product teams within the data domain, fostering collaboration, clarity, and ownership.
  • Build and scale data capabilities, including data pipelines, governance frameworks, metadata systems, and ML/AI platforms that power fintech products and internal operations.
  • Collaborate with engineering, analytics, design, marketing, compliance, and executive leadership to drive data-led initiatives across the company.
  • Translate regulatory, privacy, and security requirements into scalable data solutions that meet fintech industry standards.
  • Champion responsible data practices, ensuring accuracy, quality, and ethical usage across the organization.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to define data metrics, KPIs, and success outcomes for both platform and user-facing features.
  • Communicate product direction, roadmap progress, and key decisions to leadership, stakeholders, and company-wide forums.
  • Drive innovation and experimentation by encouraging rapid iteration, A/B testing, and model-driven product design.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies, vendors, and industry trends to guide long-term data strategy and investments.

What We Are Looking For

  • 12+ years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years leading product teams and 3+ years managing data-focused or platform product areas.
  • Proven success owning large-scale data platforms, data infrastructure, or ML/AI product roadmaps in fintech or technology organizations.
  • Deep understanding of data architecture, governance, pipelines, analytics workflows, and cloud-based data ecosystems.
  • Strong track record building and scaling teams, defining org structures, and mentoring senior PMs.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, including experience influencing at the executive level.
  • Demonstrated ability to set vision while driving clarity and execution across complex, cross-functional programs.
  • Expertise in data-driven decision-making, experimentation, and product development.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Excel and other data analysis tools.
  • Familiarity with machine learning and AI technologies.
  • Knowledge of fintech industry trends and regulatory requirements.

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading fintech company.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.

How to Stand Out

  • Develop a strong understanding of data architecture and governance principles to stand out in this role.
  • Showcase your experience with data analysis tools like Excel and your ability to drive data-led initiatives.
  • Prepare to discuss your approach to responsible data practices and how you ensure accuracy and quality in data-driven decision-making.
  • Be ready to provide examples of how you've built and scaled high-performing product teams and mentored senior PMs.
  • Highlight your ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and influence at the executive level.
  • Research NerdWallet's products and services to demonstrate your understanding of the company's mission and values.

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