Lead, Product Management - Data Platform

We're looking for a Product Lead to join our team, reporting to the Head of Product, Data Platform. In this role, you'll help shape how we build and scale a unified data platform that powers business across Nasdaq’s Capital Access Platform (CAP) division. You’ll drive innovation, enable data interoperability, and unlock speed and scale across Nasdaq. You'll own and evolve the product roadmap for core data platform capabilities, focusing on data matching, mapping, and mastering, championing user needs and partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Must Have

• Own and evolve the product roadmap for core data platform capabilities, focusing on data matching, mapping, and mastering.
• Shape and evangelize a platform vision that unlocks scale, velocity, and innovation.
• Lead development efforts to build and deploy infrastructure, tools, and processes.
• Champion user needs by conducting user research, translating complex technical concepts into clear requirements, defining measurable success metrics, and prioritizing features.
• Partner with engineering, data operations, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality platform solutions aligned with business goals.
• 7+ years in product management or equivalent experience, with a focus on platform, data, or technology infrastructure products.
• Hands-on experience with financial data and modern data platforms.
• Strong understanding of modern data engineering fundamentals, including pipelines, ETL/ELT, data operations, and data lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, communicate complex concepts clearly, and drive results in collaborative environments.

Good to Have

• MBA
• Experience with Master Data Management, Data Governance and Data Quality
• Familiarity with cloud-native data platforms and modern data stack technologies (e.g., Spark, Databricks).
• Familiarity with SQL and Python
• Experience in capital markets, fintech, or regulated industries.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive rewards package
• Annual bonus/commissions and equity
• 401(k) program with 6% employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
• Student loan repayment program up to $10k
• Company paid life and disability plans
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Health spending account with employer contribution
• Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
• Gym membership discounts
• Hybrid home/office schedule
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefits
• Paid bereavement leave
• Company gift matching program
• Employee resource groups
• Paid volunteer days
• Education Assistance Program
• Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

The Role

We're looking for a Product Lead to join our team, reporting to the Head of Product, Data Platform. In this role, you'll help shape how we build and scale a unified data platform that powers business across Nasdaq’s Capital Access Platform (CAP) division. You’ll drive innovation, enable data interoperability, and unlock speed and scale across Nasdaq.

You'll fit right in if you're technically savvy, data-driven, collaborative, possess exceptional communication skills, love working across teams and time zones, and get energy from tackling challenges that make an impact on a global scale.

What You’ll Do

• Own and evolve the product roadmap for core data platform capabilities, focusing on data matching, mapping, and mastering.
• Shape and evangelize a platform vision that unlocks scale, velocity, and innovation while enhancing discoverability of complex financial datasets across the CAP division.
• Lead development efforts to build and deploy infrastructure, tools, and processes that support scalable, reliable data solutions.
• Champion user needs by conducting user research, translating complex technical concepts into clear requirements, define measurable success metrics, and prioritize features for maximum business impact.
• Partner with engineering, data operations, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality platform solutions aligned with business goals while fostering collaboration and buy-in.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in product management or equivalent experience, with a focus on platform, data, or technology infrastructure products.
• Hands-on experience with financial data and modern data platforms.
• Strong understanding of modern data engineering fundamentals, including pipelines, ETL/ELT, data operations, and data lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, communicate complex concepts clearly, and drive results in collaborative environments.
• Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences and align cross-functional teams.

Nice to Have

• MBA
• Experience with Master Data Management, Data Governance and Data Quality
• Familiarity with cloud-native data platforms and modern data stack technologies (e.g., Spark, Databricks).
• Familiarity with SQL and Python
• Experience in capital markets, fintech, or regulated industries.

This position will be located in Atlanta, GA or Toronto, ON and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.

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