Head of Product

Who We Are Research, innovation, and scale! ModiFace is the first tech company to be acquired by beauty giant L'Oréal and provides industry leading AR and AI technology to the most influential brands in the world.
ModiFace's patented technology is based on more than a decade of advanced facial recognition research at the University of Toronto and in collaboration with L'Oréal's Research and Innovation team.
Our services include live 3D makeup and skin care simulation, anti- aging/skin-care diagnostics, and live hair colour simulation.
We are looking for a Head of Product to help ModiFace bring our teams together to build high quality products.
This role will be pivotal in ensuring the successful coordination of multiple projects across diverse teams and geographies, aligning project execution with business objectives, and optimizing internal processes to foster seamless collaboration.
This position will ensure we deliver on time and at scale, while maintaining alignment with L'Oréal's broader strategic initiatives.
Please note this position is a 14-month contract position covering a maternity leave.
What Will You Do:
Lead product roadmaps:
Develop, manage, and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap , ensuring all teams are aligned on deliverables, timelines, and priorities.
Coordinate product planning sessions to facilitate clear communication across teams and departments.
Ensure team alignment locally and with partners at L'Oréal in other geographies:
Collaborate with teams across multiple locations, including partners at L'Oréal, to ensure alignment on project goals and deadlines.
Act as the key liaison between ModiFace and external partners to resolve roadblocks and ensure consistent progress.
Optimize rituals, activities, and processes:
Implement and refine Agile/Scrum methodologies to improve team efficiency and project outcomes.
Continuously review and adjust project management practices, meetings, and workflows to ensure peak productivity and collaboration.
Coach and mentor various team members and leaders:
Partner with product owners, scrum masters, designers, and technical leads on their continued growth.
Work with them to ensure projects are progressing as planned, identifying potential bottlenecks early, and driving solutions to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
Manage risks and dependencies:
Proactively identify project risks, dependencies, and potential delays.
Work closely with stakeholders to mitigate risks, resolve issues, and maintain momentum across all projects.
Ensure teams are focused on achieving key milestones on time.
Help drive core business:
Go above and beyond both independently and by connecting various stakeholders to continuously evolve our product offering and business.
What You'll Need 8+ years of experience of product management, including 3+ years in a business leadership role Strong communication skills:
Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, executives, and external partners.
Skilled in translating technical project details into clear and actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
Leadership and people management:
Proven experience in leading and managing large teams across multiple projects.
A track record of fostering collaboration and accountability in high-paced environments.
An eye for design and user experience:
While not directly involved in product development, a strong appreciation for design principles and user experience is key.
You will ensure products align with our aesthetic and functional goals, coordinating closely with our design team.
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies:
Deep familiarity with Agile/Scrum frameworks, with the ability to optimize sprints, retrospectives, and project cycles for better delivery outcomes.
Strategic problem-solving abilities:
A solution-oriented mindset with a knack for resolving complex project challenges and aligning multiple stakeholders around common goals.
Our Perks When you join ModiFace, you'll enjoy working with a team of passionate engineers and business professionals who are open and collaborative within an inclusive environment.
We offer an opportunity to advance and refine your skills and talent.
Along with a competitive salary, we offer access to Health & Dental Benefits, including company-sponsored wellness & training programs, Worldwide Profit Sharing, RRSP matching, employee assistance programs, exciting in-office and off-site social activities, team lunches, a stocked kitchen, and more! At ModiFace, we create software used by diverse people globally.
We value diversity and inclusion within our team to ensure we can deliver the fairest and accessible technology possible, so we welcome and encourage all persons to apply.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.