[Hiring] VP Product, Core Products @Aerospike

Role Description

We are hiring a product leader to oversee the strategy, execution, and overall success of our Database product family. This includes:

• Aerospike Database
• Backup & Recovery
• Connectors
• Observability
• Aerospike Kubernetes Operator

This is a senior-level, cross-functional leadership position requiring a unique blend of deep distributed systems and cloud-native operational rigor, with a focus on delivering results quickly. It is responsible for the full product lifecycle and plays a key role in shaping Aerospike’s roadmap, customer experience, and market success.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years in product management, with at least 5 years focused on enterprise software or data infrastructure in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of interrelated products and teams.
• Strong background in distributed systems, database technology, or Kubernetes-based environments.
• Exposure to both self-managed and cloud delivery models is preferred.
• Familiarity with enterprise IT needs including backup, restore, observability, and deployment automation.

Requirements

• Clear and confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Technically fluent and able to collaborate effectively with engineers, architects, and product teams.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building alignment across functions.
• Strong balance of strategic thinking and operational execution.
• Experience using metrics and analytics to inform prioritization and measure success.

Benefits

• A leadership role with significant influence on company strategy.
• Opportunity to shape a modern, cloud-centric data platform.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and remote flexibility.