Director of Product Development

Company Description

Who We Are

AIR Communities is a Multifamily Real Estate Operator headquartered in Denver, CO. We are one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality properties in most major markets. At AIR, we value integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance. These values are brought to life by our teammates, who are ultimately responsible for our success. When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.

AIR is preparing for growth in 2026! We are adding to several departments in our Denver Headquarters with our anticipated growth. Are you ready to take on a new challenge? 

Where You Will Work 

Our corporate office is located in the Denver Tech Center. This position may also sit in our office located in Chicago, IL.

Our office spans the top two floors of the building and features expansive views of the mountains and the downtown skyline. 

AIR values relationships and the benefits from working side by side with teammates, therefore this position will be in-office 5 days a week to support operations.

Job Description

The Director of Product Development is a high-impact leadership role responsible for the end-to-end execution of the software product roadmap. Sitting within the Technology organization, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and product owners to transform strategic requirements into high-quality, scalable software. Your success is measured by the predictability, quality, and speed of the development organization.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Product Strategy & Innovation

• Define and communicate a compelling product vision aligned with the company’s technology strategy and long‑term growth objectives.
• Identify emerging technologies (AI/ML, cloud, integrations, automation, etc.) that can create competitive advantages or unlock new product opportunities.
• Evaluate and prioritize product initiatives based on customer needs, feasibility, scalability, and ROI.

2. Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a multi‑disciplinary product organization (product managers, UX designers, data analysts).
• Build a strong product culture centered on data‑driven decision making.
• Recruit, develop, and retain high‑performing product talent.

3. Full Product Lifecycle Management

• Own delivery across the entire product lifecycle—discovery, user research, prototyping, backlog management, agile development, launch, and iteration.
• Work with Engineers to define technical requirements, architectural constraints, and delivery timelines.
• Ensure product design meets usability, security, compliance, and scalability standards consistent with modern tech environments.

4. Customer & Market Insight

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and continuous customer feedback loops to validate concepts and refine product direction.
• Monitor industry trends, and customer behavior across digital platforms.
• Translate insights into clear product requirements, user stories, and roadmap decisions.

5. Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Engineers to ensure timely, high-quality product releases using agile frameworks.
• Work with UX to deliver intuitive, elegant digital experiences.
• Partner with Data teams to define analytics, instrumentation, and KPIs that measure product success.
• Coordinate with Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success on positioning, pricing, training, and launch readiness.

6. Product Launch & Go-To-Market Execution

• Lead planning and execution of feature and product launches, ensuring alignment across departments.
• Drive product messaging, release documentation, and go‑to‑market enablement.
• Monitor early adoption metrics and guide rapid iteration to optimize the customer experience.

7. Performance Management & Portfolio Optimization

• Track and report product performance using KPIs such as activation, retention, engagement, NPS, ARR/MRR contribution, and operational efficiency.
• Continuously refine the product portfolio, including sunsetting or redefining underperforming features.
• Provide executive insights and recommendations to influence strategy and investment decisions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

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