Director of Product – Platform, Payload & Services

Kepler Communications Inc.

Director of Product leading strategy and execution across Kepler's product lines. Focused on driving product innovation and aligning business objectives in the space industry.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead product strategy for ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) use cases across Kepler's platform, payload, and space infrastructure services, enabling real-time data relay, tasking, and delivery for defense and commercial customers
Define and scale end-to-end ISR product offerings by integrating payload capabilities, space-based communications, and ground/data services to support low-latency, mission-critical intelligence workflows
Drive development of ISR-focused solutions that leverage Kepler's platform for persistent connectivity, rapid data downlink, and in-mission responsiveness across distributed space assets
Define and drive the product vision and long-term strategy across Kepler’s product portfolio and translate company objectives into clear, actionable product initiatives
Identify new market opportunities across Europe and globally, including government, commercial, and defense sectors and act as a key voice of the customer, incorporating feedback into product evolution
Own and maintain integrated roadmaps for Kepler’s four product lines, ensuring alignment with company priorities
Balance short-term delivery with long-term innovation
Drive prioritization decisions based on customer value, technical feasibility, and business impact
Ensure cross-product coherence, avoiding silos and maximizing platform leverage
Partner closely with engineering, solutions architects, sales, and commercial operations teams to deliver products successfully
Lead cross-functional planning processes, including quarterly and annual product planning and collaborate with go-to-market teams to ensure successful launches and adoption
Oversee execution from concept through launch and iteration and establish clear success metrics for each product line
Ensure timely delivery while managing risk in a highly technical, hardware-software integrated environment
Build strong relationships with European, Canadian and US customers, partners, and regulatory stakeholders
Represent Kepler at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements and monitor competitive landscape and industry trends to inform strategy
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and customer focus
Help scale product processes and best practices as Kepler grows

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in Product Management, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role
BS/BA in engineering, business, or related field
Experience working with a mix of Canadian US and European commercial and defense customers, regulators, or markets
Proven experience owning complex product portfolios or multiple product lines
Strong track record of building and executing product roadmaps in technical domains
Experience working in space, satellite, defense, or deep tech industries
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in global, distributed teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity across teams
15-25% travel within Europe and North America with travel to Kepler HQ in Toronto

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation designed to recognize and reward your contributions.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
401(k) and an annual Wellness Allowance.
Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
Semi-annual company-wide parties and regular (virtual and team events.
Relocation packages available for approved roles.
$1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
Town Halls, Celebration Calls and Frequent company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row at our Canadian Headquarters.

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Hard Skills & Tools

product managementproduct strategyproduct roadmapsISR solutionsdata relaylow-latency communicationshardware-software integrationcustomer value prioritizationrisk managementmarket opportunity identification

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementcross-functional collaborationcustomer focusinnovationaccountabilitystrategic thinkingproblem-solvingrelationship building

Certifications

BS/BA in engineeringBS/BA in business