Senior Product Manager, GPU Compute Marketplace & Exchange

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Description of the offer

Our mission is to build the most trusted, transparent and efficient exchange for compute in the world. Fueled by the AI revolution, compute will become the largest commodity worldwide. We will accelerate the development of the AI ecosystem by removing infrastructure friction, facilitating democratized sustainable compute availability and financial risk management – critical to the evolution of humankind.

AI should be accessible to all. Lowering barriers and providing greater access to compute is critical. To do this, we believe that the technical challenges are massive, requiring significant technical advancements in infrastructure orchestration, AI serving, market making, and finance. We are a group of top AI, infrastructure and finance practitioners hailing from companies such as OpenAI, Apple, Lambda, and Bloomberg, on a mission to homogenize compute with the backing of the leading quantitative finance firm and VCs. This is your chance to shape the future of computing with significant influence on our direction, a top-of-market compensation package, and as part of a highly driven team.

Role Summary

This is a foundational role reporting directly to the CEO, offering a unique opportunity to own and shape a category-defining product. You will be the central hub, responsible for designing the intricate mechanics of a two-sided market, translating the needs of both compute suppliers and consumers into a seamless, high-performance platform. You will blend strategic vision with relentless execution, defining the future of how computational power is traded.

Responsibilities

• Own the product roadmap end-to-end, from discovery through launch and iteration, balancing immediate customer needs with long-term vision
• Drive rapid experimentation and development to validate assumptions quickly and adjust based on market feedback
• Define success metrics and data-driven frameworks while maintaining flexibility to pivot based on market signals
• Partner directly with CEO and CTO to shape product strategy, make critical trade-offs, and align product decisions with business goals
• Collaborate with engineering to manage priorities and ship quality products on aggressive timelines
• Work with sales and marketing to craft go-to-market strategies and compelling product narratives
• Live and breathe the market. Conduct regular customer interviews, competitive analysis, and market research to identify opportunities and inform product direction
• Act as the voice of the customer, translating insights into actionable product decisions
• Extend beyond traditional PM boundaries – join customer calls, write documentation, or tackle whatever moves the needle
• Build lightweight processes that enable speed without sacrificing quality as we scale
• Thrive in ambiguity, turning uncertainty into opportunity while helping the team navigate constant change

Requirements

Must-Haves

• 5+ years of software product management experience, with a proven track record of owning and shipping two or more complex technical products in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Experience managing direct reports or leading cross-functional teams, coupled with strong program management skills to organize and execute efficiently.
• Ability to manage backlogs, prioritize features, run sprint planning sessions, and communicate timelines and risks effectively to all stakeholders.
• Basic coding knowledge (e.g., Python) and a knack for effectively using AI tools to automate or enhance workflows.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to align internal teams and articulate complex ideas effectively to all stakeholders.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in financial products, including trading or investment platforms.
• Some or a combination of experience in:
  • Marketplaces: Deep experience with two-sided marketplaces, exchange technologies, or auction platforms. You have hands-on experience designing systems for supply/demand aggregation and price discovery.
  • Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of the needs of AI/ML developers and infrastructure providers, including GPU architectures and cloud computing (AWS, GCP, Azure), databases and web frameworks.
• Familiarity with successful B2B marketplaces (e.g. Alibaba, Amazon Business)
• Background in product marketing, enabling seamless collaboration to maximize product growth.

About You

You are a self-starter who thrives in a startup environment where ownership and initiative are paramount. You are a “gentle driver”—providing strong, empathetic leadership that motivates the team. You have a natural curiosity and an entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to adapt quickly, think on your feet, and navigate the unique challenges of building a groundbreaking product from the ground up.

What We Offer

A chance to work with the best minds in finance, trading, and AI to redefine the future of compute, with significant influence over the exchange’s direction and growth. Top-of-market compensation package includes salary, bonuses, and equity. You will create and work with cutting-edge exchange technologies and make a significant impact in the world of high-performance, sustainable computing and AI. This is your chance to be an early member of one of the most ambitious projects in computing and shape the future of the industry.

About Compute Exchange

Compute Exchange is the world’s first and only exchange that efficiently connects compute buyers with sellers through a robust (over 80k GPUs in supply), transparent, and fair platform. The platform eliminates the opacity of traditional cloud markets by matching AI teams’ and developers’ specific workload needs with pre-vetted compute providers. Sellers monetize idle compute capacity while gaining access to a large buyer pool. Buyers access enterprise-grade compute (including H100s, H200s, B200s, GB200s, etc.) at great pricing with expert guidance, streamlined procurement, and the ability to sell back unused capacity, removing the long-term contracting barrier. Founded in Palo Alto by veterans from Apple, OpenAI, Lambda Labs, Oracle, and Coinbase, Compute Exchange delivers what the industry needs most: transparency, simplicity, and a world-class experience. Learn more at https://compute.exchange

Application Process to be Considered

To be considered for this role, you MUST apply via WellFound. Other channels (calls, emails, form submissions on our website) will disqualify your candidacy. Thanks!

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