Principal Product Manager, Docker

Docker Desktop & Core Developer Experience

€116.4-145.5k

US Salary Range: $210,400 - $263,000. Offers Equity + Commission

Docker

Kubernetes

macOS

Linux

Windows

Senior and Expert level

Remote from Canada, France, Germany, Spain, UK, US

More information about location

App development platform

Open for applications

App development platform

501-1000 employees

B2BInternal toolsSaaSDevOpsCloud Computing

Open for applications

€116.4-145.5k

US Salary Range: $210,400 - $263,000. Offers Equity + Commission

Docker

Kubernetes

macOS

Linux

Windows

Senior and Expert level

Remote from Canada, France, Germany, Spain, UK, US

More information about location

501-1000 employees

B2BInternal toolsSaaSDevOpsCloud Computing

Company mission

To increase the time developers spend on innovation, and decrease the time they spend on everything else.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Success in this role requires a balance of strategic thinking and tactical execution. A deep understanding of developer workflows, containerization, and cross-platform desktop applications is essential
7+ years of product management experience
Proven track record of managing complex desktop applications across multiple platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Strong technical background, with familiarity in container technologies, developer tools, and system-level software
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams
Experience working in a remote-first, globally distributed team environment

What the job involves

We are seeking a Principal Product Manager to lead the Docker Desktop product which is the cornerstone of the Docker developer experience
This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on product management, overseeing the product vision, roadmap, and execution across all components of Docker Desktop—including Docker Engine, Docker Compose, Build, Model Runner, Testcontainers, Kubernetes integration, and more
You will collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to deliver a seamless, powerful experience for millions of developers worldwide
Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Docker Desktop, aligning with company objectives and customer needs
Engage directly with customers to gather feedback, understand pain points, and validate solutions
Collaborate with engineering and design teams to deliver high-quality features and improvements on time and within scope
Analyze product performance metrics to inform decisions and optimize user experience
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to inform product strategy
Communicate product plans, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders across the organization
What to expect in the first 30 days:
Onboard with Docker’s mission, values, and team structures
Familiarize yourself with the current Docker Desktop product, roadmap, and user base
Establish relationships with key stakeholders across product, engineering, design, and marketing
What to expect in the first 90 days:
Refine and communicate the product vision and strategy for Docker Desktop
Initiate user research and data analysis to inform roadmap prioritization
Deliver initial product improvements or features based on user feedback and strategic goals
What to expect in the first year:
Achieve significant milestones in product development, user satisfaction, and adoption metrics
Contribute to Docker’s overall product strategy and company growth initiatives

Our take

Docker supplies a hub and desktop solution to simplify the workflow of app development teams. Originally known for popularising the idea of containerising software, it saw itself outpaced by Kubernetes. However, the company has identified a problem with the growing complexity of containerisation, with some apps consisting of dozens or even hundreds of containers - which is what it now addresses.

Docker has had a difficult time in the recent past, with 2019 seeing it sell off its enterprise business, reduce its workforce by hundreds, and change its leadership team. As a well known brand and ecosystem for containerisation, however, it aims to lure developers back to its product as well as to take advantage of the growing global demand for app development.

Returning to focus on developers rather than large companies was certainly a gamble, but one that seems to have paid off. The company has returned to profitability and raised Series C funding in 2022, which is cited to fund hiring new talent, ramping up its business, and continuing to develop and refine its product. It's also embarked on a series of acquisitions to

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Insights

Top investors

47% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (3.5)

Company

Funding (last 2 of 10 rounds)

Mar 2022

$105m

SERIES C

Mar 2021

$23m

SERIES B

Total funding: $497.9m

Company benefits

100% company paid medical premiums for employees and dependents
Flexible Time Off Policy
“Whaleness” Days — At least 1 company wide day off per month
Employer Paid Holidays
Generous Maternity and Parental Leave
Home Office Set Up Budget
Monthly Technology Stipend
Training Allowances
Life and Disability Insurance
Retirement Plans
Virtual and In-Person Social Events
Docker Swag
Quarterly Hackathons
Virtual Coffee with Co-Workers

Company HQ

China Basin, San Francisco, CA

Leadership

Scott Johnston

(CEO, not founder)

Has been COO and CPO with Docker prior to CEO role. Before that was VP, Marketing & Product at Puppet and a Venture Partner at Alloy Ventures.

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