About Polaris

Polaris is a dynamic team within Protocol Labs, an innovation network of over 600 independent teams focused on emergent technologies. Our mission spans from the earliest stages of research to the deployment of impactful products, driving breakthroughs in computing to push humanity forward. Our key focus areas include digital human rights, upgrading economies and governance systems, safe AI, and Neurotech. Polaris provides core infrastructure for the innovation network, including network intelligence, operations, software product, marketing and communications, events, and programs.

Role Overview

We are seeking a visionary Head of Product to lead our Network Product vertical. This leader will help amplify the efforts of their product lead counterpart by crafting strategies to drive product adoption and product-market fit. This person will work directly with the Polaris CEO and Protocol Labs Founder to define the future vision of the network’s software product, then craft the near and medium term roadmaps necessary to meet such ambitious goals. This role requires a deep understanding of open-source software and technology, innovation/social networks, game theory and help define a strategic approach to scale the impact of our innovation network.

Key Responsibilities

• Vision & Strategy -
  • Develop and communicate a compelling product vision aligned with Polaris and Protocol Lab’s mission
  • Create innovative strategies to enhance network effectiveness and impact
• Product Leadership -
  • Collaborate closely with the product lead counterpart, ensuring cohesive product development and execution
  • This role will report directly to the CEO of Polaris
• Stakeholder Engagement -
  • Help segment and create engagement strategies with various stakeholders to understand needs, gather feedback, and integrate insights into the product roadmap

Must Have Skills

• Extensive experience in product management and/or early founder experience, with a strong focus on open-source software and technology.
• Proven leadership capabilities in guiding and inspiring product teams.
• Deep technical proficiency and understanding of software product development processes.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute visionary product strategies
• Excellent collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills, capable of articulating complex ideas and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Genuine passion for advancing digital human rights; upgrading economies and governance systems; and developing safe breakthrough technologies (such as AI and Neurotech).

Should Have Skills

• Experience in scaling product initiatives within innovation networks or similar environments such as incubators or accelerators.
• Strong analytical skills for conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Ability to engage with engineering teams or technical founders on a technical level.
• Familiarity with defining and tracking key product metrics to measure success and inform decision-making.

Nice to Have Skills

• Familiarity with the Protocol Labs ecosystem and its focus areas.
• Background in emergent technologies such as web3, AI, AR, VR, BCI, etc.