Director of Product, Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence

Director of Product, Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence

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Full-time

Master (>10 yrs)

Verkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. A leader in cloud physical security, Verkada helps organizations strengthen safety and efficiency through one connected software platform that includes solutions for video security, access control, air quality sensors, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management. Over 30,000 organizations worldwide, including more than 100 companies in the Fortune 500, trust Verkada as their physical security layer for easier management, intelligent control, and scalable deployments.

Founded in 2016, Verkada has expanded rapidly with 15 offices and 2,200+ full‑time employees.

The Cameras team at Verkada is revolutionizing enterprise security with cutting‑edge technology that prevents crime, enhances workplace experiences, and drives operational efficiency for businesses worldwide. As a product leader on our flagship product line, you’ll play a pivotal role in establishing Verkada as the undisputed market leader in enterprise video security. You’ll shape the future of AI‑powered video intelligence, advancing critical capabilities like people and vehicle detection across millions of devices in diverse industries and environments.

Partnering with an elite team of PhD engineers, you’ll push the boundaries of computer vision and artificial intelligence to redefine physical security. Join us in building technology that protects businesses, empowers teams, and makes the world a safer place. This role will report to our VP of Product Management and is based on‑site 5 days per week in San Mateo, CA.

• Lead a dedicated team of engineers and designers to tackle a massive product category
• Deeply understand current customer use cases and challenges with existing solutions
• Develop and drive our Cameras roadmap to become the #1 player in the category
• Identify new AI and computer vision technologies that will improve customer experiences and differentiate our offering
• Define feature sets that will help our customers protect their people and property
• Launch into our established sales channel and reseller network. Own pricing, go‑to‑market positioning, and sales training
• Define success metrics; optimize development and communication processes
• Partner with product marketing on deliverables for product launches

• Proven history of launching and scaling new AI or CV based products. Strong customer intuition and technical depth will be critical to success in this role
• Ability to lead across strategy and execution. We pride ourselves in sweating the details and search for this in candidates
• Real passion for craftsmanship and product details. If you’ve spent days retrofitting your house with the latest smart home technology, you’ll like it here
• 8+ years of experience in product management or engineering leadership
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar quantitative field. MS, PhD, or MBA optional

• Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well‑being needs. Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
• Nationwide medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
• Expanded mental health support
• Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
• Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO, and personal sick time
• Professional development stipend
• Fertility stipend
• Wellness/fitness benefits
• Healthy lunches provided daily
• Commuter benefits

• We do sponsor and take over sponsorship of employment visas for this role. If we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa.

At Verkada, we want to attract and retain the best employees, and compensate them in a way that appropriately and fairly values their individual contribution to the…