Principal Product Manager - Ecosystems & Connectors
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled product managers in the data analytics space is skyrocketing, with a 25% increase in job postings in the last year alone. As companies like ClickHouse continue to revolutionize how we use data, the need for experts who can navigate complex ecosystems and drive innovation has never been more pressing. With its impressive growth and commitment to transforming the data landscape, ClickHouse stands out as a leader in the industry. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the high level of technical expertise required and the importance of building strong relationships with partners and customers.
Job Description
About the Role
The Principal Product Manager - Ecosystems & Connectors at ClickHouse is a critical role that will define and execute the product strategy for the company's ecosystem. As a key member of the product team, you will be responsible for owning the connectors and ecosystem strategy, building partner relationships, and driving execution alongside the engineering team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience and deep knowledge of the technologies and integration points within the ClickHouse ecosystem.ClickHouse is a fast-growing private cloud company that has been recognized on the 2025 Forbes Cloud 100 list. With more than 3,000 customers and ARR that has grown over 250 percent year over year, ClickHouse leads the market in real-time analytics, data warehousing, observability, and AI workloads. The company's sustained, accelerating momentum was recently validated by a $400M Series D financing round.
What You Will Do
- Own the product strategy, roadmap, and execution across ClickHouse's native connectors and partner ecosystem
- Build close feedback loops with technology partners, driving co-innovation and a growing joint integration surface
- Track the competitive landscape closely and form strong, data-backed opinions on which ecosystem investments will move the business
- Work with engineering to build a roadmap that balances connector stability, ClickHouse feature coverage, and developer experience
- Measure and communicate the business impact, ROI, and customer success of the connectors portfolio to leadership
- Raise the profile of the ClickHouse ecosystem through conference talks, blog posts, technical content, and community engagement
- Build a design partner program to surface early customer feedback and co-develop solutions with the most engaged users
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective execution of the ecosystem strategy
- Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the ClickHouse ecosystem and its components
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies
What We Are Looking For
- Deep, hands-on domain expertise in the modern data integration landscape: streaming, orchestration, ETL/ELT, ingestion, or developer-facing platform products
- Technical depth to hold peer-level conversations about APIs, schema design, performance trade-offs, and connector architecture
- External-facing experience: energized by customer conversations, partner relationships, industry events, and publicly representing the product
- Customer-first instincts: ability to translate loosely structured partner and customer signals into crisp requirements and a prioritized roadmap
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with partners, customers, and internal stakeholders
- Experience working with engineering teams to build and deliver complex products
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex problems and develop creative solutions
Nice to Have
- Experience with cloud-based data platforms and technologies
- Knowledge of data warehousing, observability, and AI workloads
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control systems
- Experience with designing and implementing data pipelines and workflows
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Opportunity to work with a fast-growing and innovative company
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
- Professional development opportunities and training
- Comprehensive health insurance and benefits package
How to Stand Out
- To stand out as a candidate, be prepared to discuss your experience with data integration landscapes and ecosystem strategies
- Make sure to highlight your technical depth and ability to hold peer-level conversations about APIs and connector architecture
- Having a strong understanding of the ClickHouse ecosystem and its components will be beneficial
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of how you have driven co-innovation and grown joint integration surfaces with technology partners
- Familiarize yourself with the company's products and services, and be prepared to ask informed questions during the interview process
- Show enthusiasm for customer conversations, partner relationships, and publicly representing the product
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