Technology and Operations - Product Manager III - Apex Systems : Job Details

The main function of a product manager is to oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch and beyond, focusing on defining product strategy, understanding customer needs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful software products.

The Daily Major Activities:

• Define and communicate a clear product vision and strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain a product roadmap that outlines key features and timelines.
• Prioritize features and initiatives based on value and impact.
• Translate customer needs and requirements into detailed product specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to ensure requirements are clear and achievable.
• Effectively communicate product strategy and roadmap to stakeholders.
• Lead teams of developers in the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business needs.
• Define test plans and ensure that products are defect free before User Acceptance Testing.
• Facilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, developing rollout plans and procedures.
• Make presentations to steering committees or project sponsors.
• Develop, track and manage project plans, timelines and scope.

The Essentials:

• Bachelors degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred.
• PMP or PMI certification.
• Proven project management experience, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• People management and team building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible/adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities.
• Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization.
• Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to technology applications/products and business functions.
• Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in a large-scale, multi-platform systems environment.
• 5-10 years of experience

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