Vice President, Product

Patch is a leading hyperlocal news and information platform serving 15,000 U.S. communities, connecting 25 million monthly users with local content and services. We are seeking a hands-on Vice President, Product to lead our AI innovation, define our product roadmap, and guide our Product and Engineering organizations in delivering impactful digital experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Lead AI initiatives across the organization, developing products for end users, customers, and internal workflows.
• Define and execute a focused product strategy and roadmap that aligns company goals with customer needs.
• Build a rigorous product development practice centered on customer jobs, evidence-based validation, and continuous learning.
• Partner closely with the Revenue team to develop advertising and commercial products that drive measurable growth.
• Foster strong alignment between Product and Engineering, developing talent and ensuring high-quality delivery.

Requirements

• Proven track record of building, shipping, and scaling successful digital products with clear business impact.
• Strong technical credibility, including experience as an engineer or managing engineering teams, with the ability to reason about architecture and feasibility.
• Deep fluency in Jobs to Be Done product development and a pragmatic approach to applying it.
• Exceptional prioritization skills with the ability to concentrate resources on high-impact bets.
• A hands-on operating style, including prototyping, data analysis, and direct engagement with customers.

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Unlimited discretionary time off and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave and 401(k) retirement plan.
• The opportunity to work in a fully remote environment with a mission-driven team.