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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 7 days Understood's roles stay open a median of 27 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 100% of Understood's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Understood
- moderate 2 stale, 0 reposted of 6 open
- Hiring momentum
- 10 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Understood's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Understood.
About this role
As the Director of Product Management at Understood, you will lead the development and execution of AI-based consumer products that enhance the lives of individuals navigating neurodivergence. This role involves setting the product vision, managing a team of product managers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to create effective product experiences. You will also focus on leveraging AI to drive consumer engagement and ensure the products are accessible and trustworthy.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Understood as an employer.
What you need
- 10+ years of product management experience in consumer-facing technology
- 3+ years leading a team or area of the business
- Experience managing product managers and multiple direct reports
- Deep expertise in consumer product management and AI/ML-driven products
- Strong technical fluency in machine learning and generative AI
- Ability to communicate clearly with leadership and cross-functional teams
Nice to have
- Experience in health tech, behavioral health, wellbeing or education products
- Experience using modern AI frameworks and APIs to explore and test product concepts
What you get
- Base salary range of $235,000 - $250,000
- Comprehensive benefits package that supports wellness for team members and their families
Worth weighing
- Hybrid role requiring a minimum of three days in the NYC office
- No visa sponsorship available for applicants
- Focus on AI may limit exposure to other product areas
- Mac-based environment may not suit all candidates
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Listed by Understood on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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