Disneyland Hong Kong
Senior Product Manager-Licensing/AI (Project Hire)
Disneyland Hong Kong, Glendale, California, us, 91222
Overview
Senior Product Manager-Licensing/AI (Project Hire)
— This is a 2.5 year project hire role through March 2028. The role sits in Disney Consumer Products (DCP) - Licensing Technology within Disney Experiences (DX), a division of The Walt Disney Company (TWDC). The Senior Product Solutions Manager (Project Hire) will report to the Manager, Technology and will identify workflow improvements, facilitate conversations with Licensing Financial and Artificial Intelligence Systems stakeholders across the global DCP segment and technology partners to align business and technical objectives. The role will drive change management plans to prepare the business for next generation features in licensing financial and AI platforms, and collaborate with project management and software development teams to support the launch and ongoing operational improvements of these systems. The successful candidate will have a global perspective, developing solutions that meet the needs of all regions. IT processes should be repeatable, requirements gathered smartly, and projects delivered with clear business value. The candidate will identify and assess potential forward-thinking solutions for both technical and business feasibility. You should be comfortable working under pressure, embracing change, and have strong communication skills to interact at multiple levels of the organization. What You’ll Do
Design and manage the full-cycle development of DCP technology products from ideation to delivery with an understanding of Disney’s Licensed merchandise product lifecycle Translate finance, revenue accounting or AI model governance goals into a technology product strategy and roadmaps by effectively communicating with global business partners Collaborate with engineering, design, architecture, and quality assurance teams to ensure development aligns with product strategy and roadmap Define processes for DCP applications and platforms, system specifications, and working parameters for software use and compatibility Develop Proof of Concept prototypes in collaboration with engineering, architecture and technical operations Engage with users regularly to understand needs, pain points, and user experiences Define and write clear requirements and user stories for the development team Participate in and influence technical discussions to solve complex business/system problems Prioritize the product backlog and make recommendations to business partners and leadership while considering trade-offs Establish product release plans and set expectations for new feature delivery Perform analysis across a complex finance environment to assess data accuracy, troubleshoot issues, and answer partner questions Create user training documentation and host training sessions for product adoption Demonstrate knowledge and mastery of Agile project methodology and change management principles Required Qualifications & Skills
5+ years of experience in Product Management, defining and implementing end-to-end product strategies influencing the business 4+ years of experience in building consumer-quality technology products from ideation to launch/support Experience with integrated accounting applications, including interfaces to SAP, forecasting, data warehouses, master data management, and product master Ability to define and shape future products by contributing to the framework (architecture) used across multiple products or systems Expertise in multi-layered technical environments shaping next generation initiatives Experience in creating product roadmaps for new and existing products Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities Proven leader who nurtures positive relationships with business users and technology engineering partners Ability to explain complex concepts clearly to business and technology partners at all levels Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to lead cross-team projects Preferred Qualifications
Understanding of Licensing and Consumer Products industry with domain experience in AI Model Evaluation, Finance and Contract Management Systems Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) certification; SAFe Agilist Deep understanding of tools such as Jira, Confluence Peripheral certifications such as CSM, PMP, CBAP, etc. Education
Requires BS/BA in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field MBA or other advanced degree preferred #DISNEYTECH Compensation: The hiring range for this position in California is $135,000-$165,000 per year. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary by geographic region, knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided, in addition to medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on level and position offered. Disability Accommodation for Employment Applications
— The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position due to disability, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to requests related to accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
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Senior Product Manager-Licensing/AI (Project Hire)
— This is a 2.5 year project hire role through March 2028. The role sits in Disney Consumer Products (DCP) - Licensing Technology within Disney Experiences (DX), a division of The Walt Disney Company (TWDC). The Senior Product Solutions Manager (Project Hire) will report to the Manager, Technology and will identify workflow improvements, facilitate conversations with Licensing Financial and Artificial Intelligence Systems stakeholders across the global DCP segment and technology partners to align business and technical objectives. The role will drive change management plans to prepare the business for next generation features in licensing financial and AI platforms, and collaborate with project management and software development teams to support the launch and ongoing operational improvements of these systems. The successful candidate will have a global perspective, developing solutions that meet the needs of all regions. IT processes should be repeatable, requirements gathered smartly, and projects delivered with clear business value. The candidate will identify and assess potential forward-thinking solutions for both technical and business feasibility. You should be comfortable working under pressure, embracing change, and have strong communication skills to interact at multiple levels of the organization. What You’ll Do
Design and manage the full-cycle development of DCP technology products from ideation to delivery with an understanding of Disney’s Licensed merchandise product lifecycle Translate finance, revenue accounting or AI model governance goals into a technology product strategy and roadmaps by effectively communicating with global business partners Collaborate with engineering, design, architecture, and quality assurance teams to ensure development aligns with product strategy and roadmap Define processes for DCP applications and platforms, system specifications, and working parameters for software use and compatibility Develop Proof of Concept prototypes in collaboration with engineering, architecture and technical operations Engage with users regularly to understand needs, pain points, and user experiences Define and write clear requirements and user stories for the development team Participate in and influence technical discussions to solve complex business/system problems Prioritize the product backlog and make recommendations to business partners and leadership while considering trade-offs Establish product release plans and set expectations for new feature delivery Perform analysis across a complex finance environment to assess data accuracy, troubleshoot issues, and answer partner questions Create user training documentation and host training sessions for product adoption Demonstrate knowledge and mastery of Agile project methodology and change management principles Required Qualifications & Skills
5+ years of experience in Product Management, defining and implementing end-to-end product strategies influencing the business 4+ years of experience in building consumer-quality technology products from ideation to launch/support Experience with integrated accounting applications, including interfaces to SAP, forecasting, data warehouses, master data management, and product master Ability to define and shape future products by contributing to the framework (architecture) used across multiple products or systems Expertise in multi-layered technical environments shaping next generation initiatives Experience in creating product roadmaps for new and existing products Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities Proven leader who nurtures positive relationships with business users and technology engineering partners Ability to explain complex concepts clearly to business and technology partners at all levels Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to lead cross-team projects Preferred Qualifications
Understanding of Licensing and Consumer Products industry with domain experience in AI Model Evaluation, Finance and Contract Management Systems Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) certification; SAFe Agilist Deep understanding of tools such as Jira, Confluence Peripheral certifications such as CSM, PMP, CBAP, etc. Education
Requires BS/BA in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field MBA or other advanced degree preferred #DISNEYTECH Compensation: The hiring range for this position in California is $135,000-$165,000 per year. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary by geographic region, knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided, in addition to medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on level and position offered. Disability Accommodation for Employment Applications
— The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position due to disability, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to requests related to accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
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