Associate Product Manager, Research Applications

Getty Digital Associate Product ManagerGetty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.At Getty Digital, we are re-imagining how data, software, and systems can advance the study of art, cultural heritage, and research at a global scale. The Associate Product Manager (APM) will play a key role in shaping and delivering products across Getty's Research Products portfolio (including Research Collections, Art Collection, Vocabularies, and related platforms).This is a 3-year limited term position, reporting to the Product Manager of Getty research applications within the Collection Platforms and Data team.

The APM sits at the intersection of user needs, institutional mission, and technical execution. Working closely with project managers, engineers, designers, and subject-matter experts, the APM will help translate complex research and organizational needs into clear, actionable product decisions.We are looking for an experienced professional with a deep understanding of libraries, museums, and archives. This is a role designed for someone who is curious, thoughtful, and motivated to contribute to meaningful products in the cultural heritage space. The APM will take ownership of defined areas of work within the product lifecycle, contributing to product discovery, delivery, and continuous improvement.This position is a hybrid work environment opportunity; this is not a fully remote assignment.

The successful candidate must be a California resident when employment begins and work at least one day per week on Getty's campus in Brentwood.Product management at Getty is less about having immediate answers and more about cultivating context, clarity, and judgment across complex systems and stakeholder environments. In this role, you will be expected to:Provide context, not just requirementsDevelop a deep understanding of user needs, institutional goals, and system constraints, and translate them into well-framed problems for engineering and design.Act as a thoughtful intermediaryBridge communication between technical teams and stakeholders, synthesizing input and resolving ambiguity before it reaches implementation.Navigate stakeholder complexity with careEngage researchers, curators, program staff, and technical teams with diplomacy and clarity, absorbing friction and helping align competing priorities.Support portfolio-level thinkingContribute structured analysis, requirements, and tradeoff framing to support prioritization and roadmap decisions.Major Job ResponsibilitiesProduct Strategy & DeliverySupport roadmap development and execution across one or more Research ApplicationsAssist in defining system scope, requirements, and functional specifications based on business and user needsAnalyze existing processes and workflows to identify opportunities for system and service improvementsCollaborate with engineering and design to deliver high-quality features and improvementsDevelop detailed requirements, user stories, and functional documentation using established standardsEnsure requirements are validated against user and business needs and are clearly understood by technical teamsParticipate in work planning, team meetings, and retrospectivesHelp track progress, dependencies, and risks across initiativesApply IT service management (ITSM) practices to support the design, delivery, and improvement of products and servicesAssist in maintaining user-facing documentation and knowledge resourcesMaintain continuity across product initiatives by documenting decisions, tracking requirements, and preserving system and institutional knowledge over timeUser Research & DiscoveryDevelop an understanding of Getty's diverse user base (researchers, curators, staff, and the public)Synthesize user research, feedback, and usage dataAssist in defining problem spaces and evaluating potential solutionsDocument insights and contribute to discovery artifactsStakeholder Engagement & CommunicationCoordinate with cross-functional stakeholders across Getty programs and departmentsFacilitate alignment conversations and communicate product decisions clearlyCreate presentations, product updates, documentation, and internal communicationsContribute to training, change management, and adoption effortsData & SystemsWork with structured and unstructured cultural heritage data (metadata, vocabularies, collections data)Contribute to system configuration, testing, and validation to ensure requirements are metSupport testing efforts, including developing test plans, validating system behavior, and coordinating user acceptance testingIdentify opportunities to improve data quality, interoperability, and usabilityContribute to efforts that streamline and automate internal processes where appropriateQualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of education and relevant experienceMaster's or advanced degree in domain specific area preferred (e.g. MLIS, Data Science, MIS)2-5 years experience with IT systemsExperience in cultural heritage, research, or knowledge systemsPlease note: This position is not eligible for employer-based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must have authorization to work for Getty in the United States without the need for sponsorship, currently or in the future.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to contribute to projects of moderate scope and complexityStrong project and/or product management skills and knowledge of associated methodologiesStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate between technical and non-technical audiencesAnalytical and structured thinking (ability to frame problems, identify tradeoffs, and synthesize information)Curiosity about data, systems, and emerging technologies (particularly automation)Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teamsOrganizational skills and attention to detail when managing multiple workstreamsComfort engaging with ambiguity and evolving prioritiesInterest in working within a mission-driven, research-oriented environmentSelf-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively, and able to manage time and priorities effectivelyBenefits and PerksHere are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire.

Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty MatchGetty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement accountEducational Assistance and professional developmentPaid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days12 Paid HolidaysMany positions have bi-weekly Off-FridaysOn-Site Fitness Center at Getty CenterCommunity service opportunitiesTo learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.