Shape how the Product practice adopts AI, identifying opportunities, piloting approaches, scaling what works, and coaching PMs in building AI-informed workflows on their teams
Manage and mentor 5–8 direct reports, overseeing reporting lines for 20–30 product managers across multiple contracts and portfolios
Partner with portfolio directors and program managers to ensure smooth delivery and effective staffing across a set of contracts
Guide teams in applying Nava's cross-functional delivery model and human-centered system integration expertise to build modern, user-centered products that achieve strong outcomes for clients
Contribute directly to Nava's point of view on AI in government product delivery, including how product competency is evolving as AI blurs product/design/engineering lines and how AI agents should be governed in regulated public-sector environments
Take ownership of complex external-facing go-to-market strategy for Nava’s solutions: setting direction, driving decisions, and holding the work accountable end-to-end
Requirements
8+ years of progressive product management, including 3+ years of people management and 3+ years of organizational leadership
Strong relationship-building skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders across large organizations
Communicates with clarity and credibility in all channels and formats, across audiences including executive leadership, external clients, peer collaborators, direct reports, and cross-functional delivery teams
Ability to develop, build, and maintain productive relationships at all levels of leadership, management, and the organization
Benefits
Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge
Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus
Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program
Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs
Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care