Salary : $85,950 – $107,460 Annually
Company: Ancestry
Department: Product Management
Work Arrangement: Location Flexible (Remote / Hybrid / Office – based on role and location eligibility)
Salary Range: $85,950 – $107,460 (base) + bonus, equity, and benefits
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Company
Ancestry is a global leader in family history and consumer DNA testing, helping millions of people discover, preserve, and share their personal stories. With access to more than 65 billion historical records, over 27 million people in its DNA network, and millions of subscribers worldwide, Ancestry combines data, science, and technology to deliver meaningful insights into family history.
The company promotes a flexible work approach, allowing eligible employees to work remotely, in-office, or in a hybrid setup depending on role and location. Ancestry is committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where every perspective is valued.
Position Overview
Ancestry is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead the DNA Matches product line within AncestryDNA. This role focuses on helping users discover genetic connections and gain deeper insights into their family history. The position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact features used by millions of customers worldwide.
The Product Manager will collaborate closely with engineering, UX, data science, marketing, legal, privacy, and commerce teams to deliver user-centered, scalable, and compliant product experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and drive the product strategy, vision, and roadmap for the DNA Matches product line
- Translate long-term DNA product strategy into actionable roadmaps, backlogs, and user stories
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful feature development and country launches
- Champion customer needs by engaging with customer-facing teams and user communities
- Define, analyze, and own key performance indicators (KPIs) and usage metrics
- Collaborate on cross-product initiatives impacting DNA and genealogy experiences
- Balance business, legal, privacy, and technical requirements in product decision-making
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in product management or a closely related role
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to convert complex requirements into clear product specifications
- Technical fluency to work effectively with engineering teams on architecture and implementation
- Strategic mindset with awareness of AI, automation, localization tools, and emerging technologies
- Excellent communication skills and a strong sense of product ownership
- Customer-focused approach with a track record of delivering impactful user experiences
Experience in genetics or genealogy is helpful but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $85,950 – $107,460 (varies by location and experience)
- Performance-based bonus eligibility
- Equity participation
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Equal Opportunity Statement
Ancestry is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Additional Notes
- Employment offers are contingent upon successful background screening in compliance with applicable laws
- Ancestry does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies
- Work authorization is required for employment