Technology Director, Program and Product Management, Enterprise Data and AI

About the role

Lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

The Enterprise Data & AI organization is a strategic and operational driver of growth for lululemon, owning and building the data and AI platforms and services that enable the enterprise to operate with intelligence at scale.

Responsibilities

As a Director, Product & Program Management, you will be accountable for defining and executing the Enterprise Data & AI product portfolio, ensuring the successful delivery of AI and data capabilities that create measurable business value. You will lead the technical product and program management function that connects business priorities with the Data and AI platform engineering, AI initiatives, and AI research teams, and you will partner with business stakeholders to deliver enterprise-scale AI solutions and data and AI services.

• Lead product strategy and portfolio management
• Define and evolve the Enterprise Data & AI roadmap by partnering with business stakeholders to prioritize AI and data use cases that balance near-term value with long-term strategic impact
• Drive technical program execution and governance
• Accelerate innovation and partnerships
• Build organizational capability

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree is an asset. 10+ years of experience leading enterprise product management, technical program management, or portfolio delivery within technology organizations.

• Experience delivering large-scale data, AI/ML, analytics, or platform initiatives across multiple business and technology teams
• Demonstrated success defining product roadmaps, managing cross-functional portfolios, and translating business strategy into executable delivery plans
• Experience in retail context preferred
• Experience leading product discovery, prioritization, and proof-of-concept initiatives for emerging technologies
• Strong understanding of agile product development, portfolio management, and software delivery practices

Skills

Must-haves include:

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously

Benefits

Lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $205,900-$270,300 annually. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program and equity offerings, subject to program eligibility requirements.

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series

Schedule

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.