Sr. Technical Product Manager, Personalization

WHO WE ARE:  

Splice is a creative platform for people who make music. Serious producers choose Splice Sounds to bring their ideas to life. A subscription to Splice inspires and accelerates creative success for digital music creators with an industry-leading catalog of sounds and samples and an expanding AI stack. With a rent-to-own marketplace of DAWs and plugins, the Splice experience seamlessly integrates into any music production workflow, regardless of DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). Via Splice, an unparalleled team of sound designers and sample creators are fueling the success of a growing global community of chart-topping producers, students, and DIY creators.

HOW WE WORK:  

At Splice, DISCO is a rallying cry for collaboration, accountability, and unity within our organization; Direct, Inclusive, Splice Together, Creator Centric, and Optimistic. Our shared success depends on our ability to support one another, work well together, and communicate directly. By embracing flexibility and a unified approach, we can navigate anything that’s thrown at us.

Splice embraces a culture of remote work. You’ll see your colleagues showing up from across the US and the UK. In order to keep us working well as a team, we have regular communication, including Town Halls, departmental all-hands and get-togethers.

When you join Splice, you join a network of colleagues, peers, and collaborators. Are you ready?

JOB TITLE: Sr. Technical Product Manager, Personalization

LOCATION: Remote - US

THE ROLE: 

As a Senior Technical Product Manager driving our Personalization strategy, you’ll lead in shaping how creators discover and connect with the sounds and tools they need. You’ll be responsible for building and executing a product vision that enhances discovery experiences across our platform with a focus on the technical aspects of delivering scalable and efficient systems. You’ll bring a deep understanding of search technologies, personalization algorithms, and machine learning models to bridge the gap between business goals, user needs, and technical execution. Your work will directly impact how millions of creators engage with our platform and inspire their creative journeys.

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

• Develop and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Search & Personalization.
• Partner closely with engineering and data science teams to ship products and features that enhance user engagement, improve the user’s search experience, and drive value through deeply personalized experiences.
• Translate complex technical capabilities into clear product requirements and prioritize them effectively.
• Design and implement A/B tests and multivariate experiments to improve key metrics such as activation rates, user engagement, and retention.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, presenting findings and driving consensus on experimentation priorities.
• Partner with design to create intuitive user experiences that make discovery seamless and enjoyable.
• Define and track key performance metrics (KPIs) to evaluate success and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct user research and analyze behavioral data to deeply understand user needs and inform product decisions.
• Communicate product strategy, goals, and updates to stakeholders across the organization, including leadership.
• Analyze experiment results, draw actionable insights, and make recommendations for product enhancements and iterations.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and technologies to keep Splice at the forefront of Search & Personalization innovation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience building and shipping AI/ML-driven personalization products at scale with teams of full-stack engineers, designers, and data scientists.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of search technologies (e.g., Elasticsearch, Solr), personalization algorithms, and machine learning models. Ability to engage in technical discussions and understand architectural trade-offs.
• Data-Driven: Proven track record with making data-informed decisions, experimentation-driven decision-making, data analysis, and defining metrics.
• Collaboration: Strong relationship-building abilities and a collaborative mindset; skilled at partnering with direct and cross-functional teams, aligning stakeholders, achieving consensus, and driving impactful results. 
• Outcome-Ownership: Experience delivering products end-to-end that drive measurable business outcomes. 
• User-Centric Approach: Strong understanding of design principles, UX/UI, usability, and user experience mapping.

NICE TO HAVES: 

• Experience with Elasticsearch is a plus.
• You care about music and have a love for creator culture
• You have experience working at high-growth organizations
• Team player with a sense of ownership and a "get things done" attitude
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced and self-directed environment

SPLICE BENEFITS: 

• Compensation & Equity: Competitive pay with annual reviews and equity opportunities.
• Time Off: Unlimited PTO to recharge and thrive.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and company match.
• Parental Support: 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for non-birthing parents, and 18-20 weeks for birthing parents.
• Flexible Work Options: Work remotely or connect at our office hubs and creative spaces worldwide.
• Professional Growth: Annual learning budget, leadership programs, and team ambassador opportunities.
• Community & Connection: Inclusive events, team meet-ups, and vibrant Employee Resource Groups.

The national pay range for this role is $135,000 - $186,000. Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience.

Splice is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
Splice provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.