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Epic is seeking a Senior Product Manager in San Jose, CA to lead product strategy and development for its digital reading platform for kids, focusing on creating impactful user experiences through data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities: Drive product strategy by analyzing market trends, transform insights from educators and students into actionable features, and manage the product roadmap in a fast-paced environment.

Skills: 5-7 years of product management experience, strong market analysis skills, and the ability to execute in competitive landscapes. Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese is required.

Qualifications: Experience in a mature business environment, a proven execution record, and prior startup or founder experience is a strong plus.

Location: San Jose, California

Compensation: $160000 - $200000 / Annually

Position: Senior Product Manager 

Location Focus: San Jose, CA (Preferred)

About Epic

Epic is the leading digital reading platform for kids, used by millions of children, families, and educators around the world. With a vast library of high-quality books and learning resources, we empower K–12 students to explore their interests, build literacy skills, and develop a lifelong love of reading. As we look to the future, Epic is reimagining what reading can be—more personalized, more interactive, and more accessible than ever before. We’re combining technology, storytelling, and education to shape the next generation of readers.

About the Role

We're looking for a Senior Product Manager to join our growing team. Reporting to the Head of Products, this individual will play a critical role in supporting our cross-functional teams to build meaningful product experiences that delight our users and drive measurable impact. This role is ideal for a mid-to-senior-level product manager who thrives at the intersection of user needs, product development, and data-driven decision-making—and who is passionate about shaping the future of digital reading for kids.

Experience: 5–7 Years

The Vibe: A "battle-tested" leader who can turn market gaps into product breakthroughs.

• The Role: You will own the product roadmap, balancing Epic’s existing strengths with aggressive market opportunities. This isn't just about maintaining; it’s about making breakthroughs.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Drive product strategy by synthesizing market trends and Epic’s core competitive advantages.
• Translate deep insights from teachers and students into actionable features.
• Execute with high agility, moving from concept to launch in a fast-paced global environment.
• Qualifications:
• 5–7 years of PM experience with a mature business perspective.
• Proven track record of high-execution and "winning" in competitive landscapes.
• Bonus: Prior experience in a startup or as a founder is highly valued.
• Language Requirement: Native or professional fluency in both English and Mandarin Chinese.

Why Join Epic

• Be part of a mission-driven company shaping how millions of children read and learn
• Work on a product with real impact, global reach, and massive growth potential
• Join a collaborative, passionate, and diverse team

Compensation: Total compensation ranges from $160,000 to $200,000 annually (including base salary and performance-based bonus), flexible depending on experience and fit.