Product Manager IV (Contractor) - Join Robert Half's Elite Talent Network

Are you a seasoned Technical Product Manager passionate about revolutionizing how users discover content across omnichannel entertainment platforms? Robert Half is partnering with a world-class entertainment organization in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States to place a Product Manager IV (Contractor) on their innovative Search & Browse Platform Product team. This high-impact contract role offers the chance to drive strategy and execution for features that power exceptional customer discovery experiences and enable global partners to launch high-impact campaigns.

As a key individual contributor, you'll own the complete product lifecycle—from ideation and discovery to delivery, optimization, and beyond. This position demands a technical product expert who thrives in collaborative environments, partnering with engineering, platform architecture, UX design, legal, and business teams across global markets. If you excel at turning complex data into actionable product strategies and have a track record of delivering scalable platform features, this opportunity through Robert Half will accelerate your career in entertainment technology.

About the Role

Join a dynamic team focused on building cutting-edge omnichannel discovery and campaign capabilities that redefine entertainment experiences worldwide. You'll lead initiatives enhancing search quality, content personalization, and browse functionalities, ensuring seamless experiences across web, mobile, and emerging platforms. This contractor role via Robert Half provides exposure to enterprise-level APIs, services, and global-scale operations without direct people management responsibilities, allowing you to focus purely on product excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve strategic ownership of large-scale platform features. Expect to dive deep into user needs, leveraging metrics and experimentation to craft superior discovery tools.

• Define and articulate features that elevate content discovery, search quality, and personalization across omnichannel entertainment platforms.
• Utilize feature metrics, A/B testing, prototyping, and iterative production cycles to inform decision-making and drive product improvements.
• Own large, complex platform features from discovery through delivery and post-launch optimization.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams including Delivery, Architecture, Hardware, Legal, UX Design, and Development to manage product lifecycle requirements.
• Create clear and actionable epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria to guide engineering work.
• Perform competitive analysis and conduct industry/market research to identify trends and opportunities in search and discovery technologies.
• Support platform roadmap planning, prioritization, and long-term strategy for Search & Browse APIs and services.
• Maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance; ability to work nights/weekends/variable schedules as needed to meet project deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the broader product vision.

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this Technical Product Manager role, you'll need proven expertise in digital product management within high-stakes tech environments, particularly entertainment or e-commerce platforms.

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Product Manager owning end-to-end product lifecycle for platform features.
• Deep technical understanding of search algorithms, personalization engines, and omnichannel architectures.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies, including writing epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Strong data analysis skills with hands-on experience in A/B testing, feature flagging, and metrics-driven optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across engineering, design, legal, and business functions globally.
• Experience conducting competitive analysis and market research in fast-evolving tech landscapes.
• Technical aptitude to interface with platform APIs, microservices, and scalable architectures.
• Excellent communication skills for articulating complex ideas to diverse stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced certification preferred.
• Availability for flexible scheduling in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.

Why Join Us Through Robert Half?

Robert Half offers unparalleled support for contractors, including competitive compensation, weekly pay, and dedicated talent specialists to advocate for your success. Gain invaluable experience at a leading entertainment innovator while building your network in Philadelphia's thriving tech scene. This contract provides flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to shape global discovery experiences. Competitive estimated salary range: $110,000 - $160,000 annualized equivalent. Apply now to elevate your product management career!

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