Staff Product Manager, Search & Monetization

About the Role

The Firefox Desktop Search & Monetization team owns one of Mozilla's most critical product areas, delivering high-quality, privacy-respecting search experiences that drive Firefox Desktop revenue and search engagement. Search is the most essential functionality in any browser, shaping daily user behavior while representing the majority of Firefox's revenue.

As a Staff Product Manager, you will be part of a cross-functional team, collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve business outcomes. You will contribute to quarterly and annual planning, identifying risks, opportunities, and long-term strategic initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Own and drive the product strategy for search within the Firefox Desktop browser to grow search engagement and revenue.
• Lead end-to-end experimentation across browser search access points, default search experiences, and monetization surfaces.
• Define clear success metrics in partnership with Data Science, analyze results, and translate insights into actionable decisions.
• Partner with Business Development to support search partnerships and ensure product execution aligns with contractual and strategic commitments.
• Navigate complex trade-offs between user experience, privacy principles, technical constraints, and revenue outcomes.
• Contribute to quarterly and annual planning, identifying risks, opportunities, and long-term strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Design, and Data Science, to drive product development and growth.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the search landscape, industry trends, and user needs.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in search technology and monetization strategies.

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of product management experience, including ownership of revenue-impacting product areas.
• Proven experience leading experimentation programs and driving measurable business outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills and fluency with product analytics tools and SQL.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing without direct authority.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with remote teams.
• Strong understanding of the search industry and online monetization strategies.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with open-source software and communities.
• Knowledge of machine learning and AI-powered search technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure and DevOps practices.
• Certification in product management or a related field.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a high-impact product with a global user base.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a remote team.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options and flexible hours.
• Access to the latest technologies and tools, including cloud-based infrastructure and DevOps practices.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off and vacation policy.

• Develop a strong understanding of the search industry and online monetization strategies to stand out in the application process.
• Showcase your experience in driving revenue-impacting product areas and leading experimentation programs.
• Highlight your ability to work with cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with product analytics tools and SQL, and how you've used data to drive business outcomes.
• Consider creating a portfolio that demonstrates your product management skills and experience.
• Research Mozilla's mission and values, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's goals.
• Prepare to discuss your experience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems.