Staff Product Manager- Developer Experience

Job Application for Staff Product Manager- Developer Experience at dbt Labs Back to jobs Staff Product Manager- Developer Experience US - Remote Apply About Us dbt Labs is the pioneer of analytics engineering, helping data teams transform raw data into reliable, actionable insights. Since 2016, we’ve grown from an open source project into the leading analytics engineering platform, now used by over 90,000 teams every week, driving data transformations and AI use cases. As of February 2025, we’ve surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and serve more than 5,400 dbt Platform customers, including AstraZeneca, Sky, Nasdaq, Volvo, JetBlue, and SafetyCulture. We’re backed by top-tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, and Altimeter. At our core, we believe in empowering data practitioners: Reliable, high-quality data is the fuel that propels AI-powered data engineering. AI is changing data work, fast. dbt’s data control plane keeps data engineers ahead of that curve. We empower engineers to deliver reliable, governed data faster, cheaper, and at scale. dbt Labs is now synonymous with analytics engineering, defining the modern data stack and serving as the data control plane for enterprise teams around the world. And we’re just getting started.. We’re growing fast and building a team of passionate, curious people across the globe. Learn more about what makes us special by checking out our values . About the Role The way data practitioners write, debug, and ship dbt code is changing fast — and you'll be the person shaping what that experience looks like at the frontier of AI-assisted development. As the Product Manager for Developer Experience, you will own the end-to-end developer workflow in dbt Cloud: the Studio IDE , Developer Agent (our AI coding assistant), the Cloud CLI , and the dbt VS Code Extension . Together, these surfaces are the primary daily touchpoint for tens of thousands of data practitioners worldwide — from seasoned analytics engineers writing complex SQL to newer practitioners who rely on AI to help them move faster and with more confidence. This role sits at the intersection of developer tooling and leading-edge AI. You will work in close partnership with the Fusion team — the engine powering dbt's next-generation compilation, intelligence, and platform capabilities — to ensure that our developer surfaces fully leverage Fusion's capabilities and that developer needs are represented in the Fusion roadmap. The tight feedback loop between Developer Experience and Fusion is core to how dbt Cloud will evolve, and you'll be a key architect of that relationship. This is a role for someone who has thought deeply about what makes IDEs and developer tools great, and who is excited to reimagine those workflows in an era where AI can lower the floor for new practitioners while raising the ceiling for experts. In This Role, You Will Own the developer experience roadmap across Studio IDE, Developer Agent, Cloud CLI, and the VS Code Extension — from near-term iteration to long-term vision. Partner deeply with the Fusion team to align on capabilities, surface Fusion-powered intelligence (SQL comprehension, compute, context) through developer-facing UX, and co-define the boundary between platform and product. Lead AI-native product development for Developer Agent — defining what a best-in-class AI coding assistant looks like for the full spectrum of dbt users, from expert analytics engineers to practitioners who are newer to code. This includes agentic workflows, context-aware suggestions, natural language interactions, and guided development experiences that meet users where they are. Drive IDE and tooling strategy informed by a deep understanding of modern development environments — think about what VS Code, Cursor, and other leading IDEs get right, and translate those instincts to the dbt Cloud context. Define and execute cross-functional collaboration with engineering, design, and GTM teams to ship high-quality developer experiences on a predictable cadence. Build tight feedback loops with the dbt community and enterprise customers to continuously improve developer tools, with particular attention to power users and technical practitioners. Conduct market and user research to understand the competitive landscape for developer tooling and AI-assisted development, and bring sharp external perspective into the roadmap. Align developer experience investments to broader company goals, product-led growth metrics, and the Fusion platform strategy. What Success Looks Like Developer satisfaction and engagement metrics (activation, session depth, feature adoption) trending up across Studio, Canvas, CLI, and Developer Agent. Developer Agent is a differentiated, well-regarded AI coding experience for data practitioners — not just a feature, but a product. The Studio IDE and Canvas deliver a cohesive, fast, and intelligent development workflow powered by Fusion capabilities. Strong, trust-based execution partnership with the Fusion team: shared roadmap visibility, clear API contracts, and coordinated shipping. The Cloud CLI is a first-class product that developers actively choose, not a fallback. You're a Good Fit If You Have 5+ years of product management experience , with meaningful time spent on developer tools, IDEs, or technical platforms. Direct experience managing IDE or developer environment products — you have an informed point of view on what makes development tools excellent and where modern IDEs fall short. Demonstrated engagement with AI-powered development tools — you've used, studied, and formed strong opinions about AI coding assistants (Copilot, Cursor, Devin, etc.) and how they change the development experience. A strong technical foundation that allows you to work fluently with engineering partners, reason about system architecture, and contribute meaningfully to technical decisions. Experience conducting user research and translating developer feedback into prioritized, scoped product work. Excellent written and verbal communication — you can write a crisp spec, give a compelling demo, and synthesize complex tradeoffs for diverse audiences. Comfort working asynchronously as part of a distributed, remote team. You'll Have an Edge If You Have Hands-on experience with dbt or similar SQL-first transformation frameworks. Prior experience building or shipping AI agent features (agentic UX, multi-step LLM workflows, context management). Familiarity with LSP (Language Server Protocol), tree-sitter, or other IDE infrastructure primitives. Experience with CLI tooling and developer workflow automation. Background in open source software development or strong engagement with developer communities. Knowledge of modern data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, Databricks, Redshift, etc.) and the analytics engineering ecosystem. Compensation & Benefits Salary : We offer competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience, including salary, equity, and where applicable, performance-based pay. Our Talent Acquisition Team can answer questions around dbt Labs' total rewards during your interview process. In select locations (including Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York Metro, San Francisco, DC Metro, Seattle, Austin), an alternate range may apply, as specified below. The typical starting salary range for this role is: $197,000 - $239,000 USD The typical starting salary range for this role in the select locations listed is: $219,000 - $266,000 US Equity Stake Benefits - dbt Labs offers: Unlimited vacation (and yes we use it!) 401k w/3% guaranteed contribution Excellent healthcare Paid Parental Leave Wellness stipend Home office stipend, and more! *Equity or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal limitations Our Hiring Process (All Video Interviews) Interview with a Talent Acquisition Partner (30 Mins) Technical Interview with Hiring Manager (30 Mins) Team Interviews with Cross Collaborators ( 4 rounds, 45 Mins each) dbt Labs is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive team that welcomes diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply—we value potential just as much as a perfect resume. 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