Managing Director, Digital Platforms and Product Innovation

DNV•Oakland, CA

1d•$200,000 - $300,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Managing Director, Digital Platforms & Product Innovation executes the strategy and delivery of Energy Systems’ flagship digital platform designed to transform due-diligence and advisory processes across the entire energy value chain. This platform establishes a unified digital foundation that enhances consistency, transparency, workflow efficiency, and decision confidence for customers and teams engaged in project evaluation, validation, and advisory work. Operating within the global Growth, Innovation & Digital organization, the role guides platform vision, development, commercialization, and global adoption. It brings together engineering, AI, data science, customer enablement, and domain experts to deliver a scalable digital capability that strengthens how DNV supports customers across markets. After the platform reaches maturity and scale, the leader will guide the next phase: creating shared digital components, interoperability standards, and a cohesive approach to product-related innovation that elevates digital enablement across Energy Systems. Our organizational culture and how we collectively influence the world for future generations matters deeply to us. Our teams work every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society. We strive to achieve our purpose through the success of our customers and to operate as a high-performing, innovative organization. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. This role can be based out of one of our DNV offices in Houston, TX; Austin, TX New York City, NY; Oakland, CA; San Diego, CA; Dallas, TX, Seattle, WA . It offers a dynamic hybrid schedule in which employees typically spend three days per week working from a DNV office or client site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process. The position may also be considered at other DNV offices within the continental U.S.

Requirements

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree is required
10 or more years leading platforms or SaaS products in complex global or technical environments
Proven success guiding cross-functional teams across software, AI, UX, data, and customer enablement
Experience integrating advanced analytics or AI into digital products responsibly and at scale
Strong communication and influencing skills in matrixed organizations
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or equivalent senior experience in digital product leadership
Experience across the energy value chain or adjacent technical sectors
Familiarity with due-diligence, advisory, or project evaluation processes
Track record leading platform strategy, commercialization, and enterprise innovation

Responsibilities

Strategic Platform Leadership Define and lead the vision, strategy, and roadmap for executing the digital platform transforming due-diligence and advisory processes across the energy value chain.
Oversee the product organization responsible for translating strategy into a clear, actionable roadmap and delivery plan.
Align platform direction with Energy Systems’ global priorities, innovation strategy, and customer needs.
Direct cross-functional execution with disciplined prioritization and clear outcomes.
Customer Value, Adoption & Enablement Develop the adoption and customer value model, incorporating structured feedback loops from customers, usage analytics, and domain experts.
Equip internal teams with enablement materials, training, and support frameworks to ensure consistent, confident deployment.
Maintain a human-centered approach to platform design and refinement.
Commercialization & Market Positioning Define commercial models including pricing, licensing, packaging, and partnership structures that support sustainable growth.
Collaborate with Global Key Account Management Organization, regional Business Development leads and Marketing and Communications teams to shape messaging, customer journeys, and go-to-market execution.
Support regional teams in demonstrating measurable customer impact and strengthening market positioning.
Technology, Data & Responsible Innovation Partner with engineering, AI, and data teams to translate technical and domain insight into scalable, insight-driven platform capabilities.
Promote responsible AI use, integration frameworks, reusable digital components, and strong data governance.
Define interoperability standards and shared digital elements that accelerate future innovation across offerings.
Operational Excellence & Performance Management Establish a predictable operating rhythm focused on delivery quality, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Set KPIs for engagement, performance, customer outcomes, and commercial progress.
Strengthen operational alignment across product, engineering, customer enablement, and business teams.
Innovation Alignment & External Influence Lead alignment of product-related innovation across Energy Systems to ensure a cohesive digital strategy and shared innovation foundations.
Represent DNV’s digital direction in strategic customer engagements, partnerships, and industry forums.