Define and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for NPR support engineering, aligning with overall company and customer success objectives.
Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team of support engineers with expertise in new product introduction and complex technical problem-solving.
Partner with Product Management and Engineering to influence product design for optimal supportability, maintainability, and diagnostic capabilities.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of comprehensive support documentation, knowledge base articles, troubleshooting guides, and training materials for new products.
Identify, implement, and optimize tools and processes to enhance NPR activities, including early warning systems, diagnostic frameworks, and issue resolution workflows.
Develop and implement robust processes for handling and escalating complex new product issues.
Establish clear criteria and processes for the smooth transition of new product support.
Serve as a key liaison between Member Experience, Engineering, Product Management, and QA.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for NPR, reporting on team performance, product supportability, and areas for improvement.
Advocate for customer needs and feedback within the product development process.
Requirements
10+ years of progressive experience in support engineering or similar, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership or Director-level role managing global teams.
Demonstrated experience in developing and executing strategic initiatives for technical support organizations.
Deep technical understanding of software development, system architectures, and complex troubleshooting methodologies.
Proven track record of implementing and leveraging AI, machine learning, and automation in support environments.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in data analytics and BI tools (e.g., Tableau).
Extensive experience with CRM and support ticketing systems.
A strong customer-centric mindset with a passion for delivering outstanding member experiences.
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity packages
Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources
An Oura Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family
20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off
Paid sick leave and parental leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
support engineeringstrategic initiativestechnical supportsoftware developmentsystem architecturestroubleshooting methodologiesAImachine learningautomationdata analytics