Contractor Product Manager (US - Talent Pool)

Cheesecake Labs is a software design and development company with over 10 years of experience, delivering digital products for clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups. They focus on high-quality services and innovative solutions, especially in mobile and custom software development.

Location: Remote (US only)

Responsibilities

• Lead product discovery and translate ambiguous client goals into clear direction for design and engineering
• Own scope, backlog, delivery cadence, and quality across complex or multi-phase engagements
• Drive proactive client relationship management, surfacing risks, strategic next steps, and expansion opportunities
• Work closely with engineers, designers, and delivery leaders to shape valuable, feasible, and scalable product decisions
• Mentor other Product Managers from the team and help evolve discovery and delivery processes alongside Service Delivery Managers and Engineering Managers
• Champion AI tooling adoption across workflows like prototyping, requirement writing, research, synthesis, and delivery operations
• Act as a product reference in pre-sales conversations, strategic discussions, and client-facing product decisions
• Manage part-time allocations across multiple engagements without sacrificing quality or communication clarity

Requirements

• Experience managing digital products end-to-end across web and mobile environments
• Confidence working in English with international stakeholders
• Ability to make strong product decisions with incomplete data
• Commercial awareness and proactive communication
• Adaptability to fast-changing contexts and priorities
• Previous experience in consulting, agency, or service-based environments
• Experience using AI in daily workflows

Additional Information

• This is a contractor/project-based role focused on building a talent pool for future engagements.
• Paid in USD.
• Remote-first within US only.
• Flexible allocation depending on project availability and fit.
• Opportunities may vary in duration, scope, and weekly commitment.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work as an independent contractor in the US, have a valid business structure or tax registration, a bank account for USD payments, and be able to invoice if required.