[Remote] Principal Product Manager – Oracle Connector Portfolio

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Avalara is seeking a Principal Product Manager to own and drive the strategy, roadmap, and success of their Oracle connector portfolio. This role involves developing expertise in Oracle integrations and leading initiatives that apply AI to enhance these connectors while ensuring alignment with Avalara's product strategy and Oracle's ecosystem.ResponsibilitiesDevelop deep expertise in Oracle ERP Cloud, EBS, JDE, and PeopleSoft — including architecture, APIs, and integration pointsMaintain mastery of Avalara products that integrate with Oracle (AvaTax, Returns, Exemption Certificate Management, Cross-Border, e-Invoicing)Stay ahead of Oracle’s roadmap and ecosystem changes, ensuring Avalara’s connectors evolve in stepUnderstand the competitive landscape for tax automation in Oracle environments and articulate Avalara’s differentiatorsDefine and drive how AI enhances Avalara’s Oracle connectorsLead initiatives that apply AI to:+ Guided setup & configuration (LLM-driven assistants for easier onboarding)+ Error detection & resolution (AI-powered diagnostics and predictive alerts)+ Data insights (AI-driven anomaly detection, compliance risk insights, explainable tax decisions)+ Documentation & support (dynamic documentation, AI-assisted customer support flows)Partner with Avalara’s AI/ML teams to continuously evaluate new AI capabilities while ensuring compliance with Avalara’s data governance and ethical standardsOwn the vision, roadmap, and POR (Plan of Record) for the Oracle connector portfolioWrite detailed product requirements and acceptance criteria for engineering teamsPartner with TPMs and engineers to ensure smooth execution and on-time deliveryTrack milestones, manage risks, and escalate blockers with remediation plansProvide clear requirements handoff to Avalara’s Integration Team, while remaining engaged to validate customer and partner needs are metWork across Avalara teams — engineering, core platform PMs, content teams, support, professional services, technical writers, and enablementAct as the Oracle integration advocate inside Avalara, ensuring Oracle platform priorities are represented in cross-connector initiativesPartner with Avalara’s Strategic Partner Managers to align Avalara’s roadmap with Oracle’s product directionServe as senior escalation point for Oracle connector customer issuesLead cross-functional war rooms for escalations, ensuring rapid response and transparent communicationCapture post-mortem learnings and feed improvements back into roadmap planningDefine, track, and report KPIs such as:+ Connector attach rate and adoption in Oracle accounts+ Implementation time-to-value+ Customer satisfaction (CSAT, NPS) and support case reduction+ Uptime, API performance, and product reliability+ Revenue contribution from Oracle channel partnershipsEnsure SteerCo and Orange Dash reporting is accurate and up to dateProvide regular, executive-ready updates to Avalara leadership and Oracle partner teamsRepresent Avalara at Oracle trade shows, advisory forums, and partner eventsSkills5+ years of product management experience in SaaS or ERP integrationsStrong knowledge of Oracle ERP Cloud, Oracle EBS, JDE, or PeopleSoftDemonstrated success managing integration products or connectors at enterprise scaleExperience writing clear requirements, defining KPIs, and leading cross-functional teamsExcellent communication skills, with ability to influence both Avalara executives and Oracle partner stakeholdersBackground in tax compliance, fintech, or ERP/financial systemsExperience building or managing AI-infused product featuresFamiliarity with global compliance requirements (VAT, GST, e-invoicing mandates)History of working directly with Oracle's product/engineering ecosystemBenefitsPaid time offPaid parental leaveBonusesPrivate medical insuranceLife insuranceDisability insuranceInclusive culture and diversity8 employee-run resource groups, each with senior leadership and exec sponsorshipCompany OverviewAvalara is a cloud-based platform that provides tax compliance software and automated solutions. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.avalara.com.Company H1B SponsorshipAvalara has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 26 in 2025, 33 in 2024, 35 in 2023, 37 in 2022, 39 in 2021, 26 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.