The Product Manager II will be responsible for leading product execution for critical business process applications that OpenGov’s clients use. The role is both internal and external focused and execution oriented with an emphasis on high-quality, solution oriented product development in a fast-paced, positive, and mission driven organization.
In this role, you will work cross-functionally with global PXE teams to build product features from conception to launch by connecting the technical and business worlds. You can break down complex problems into shippable features in a fast paced agile environment. You are curious, self- driven with a passion for building products that delight customers.
At OpenGov, the PM team works closely with talented engineers, product designers, solution engineers, and deployment experts to help design the next generation of modern Asset Management solutions that will change the way governments transform public administration. Our ideal candidate has shipped several releases of enterprise software, preferably in the ERP space (public or private sector). They have exemplary communication skills, are comfortable in presenting complex business concepts, and are not afraid to challenge the status quo.
Responsibilities
Lead solution, customer, and product development focused market research to address specific Work and Asset Management business challenges
Gather end user requirements and write detailed business requirements and user stories that will guide product development and architecture
Work closely with our product designers in concepting and designing the product
Collaborate with the engineering and design team to regularly perform backlog planning and specify the criteria for customer acceptance
Develop product documentation and release details for internal and external stakeholders
Manage feature prioritization and trade-offs and build consensus. Identify risks early in the product life-cycle and provide timely decisions to all stakeholders
Be comfortable with understanding technical decisions and assumptions
Effectively work across a cross-functional teams (Engineering, Design, Sales, Marketing, Professional Services, and others)
Advocate passionately for a cross-product ERP vision rather than point solutions
Own go-to-market enablement and collaborate with others to develop online materials for support and professional services
Maximize efficiency in a constantly changing and growing environment where the process is fluid and creative and unique solutions are required
Requirements and Preferred Experience:
Enterprise SaaS (software as a service) experience working, ideally in areas such as Work and Asset Management systems, Permitting and Licensing, Budgeting/Planning, or similar products or industries
3 + years of product management experience required, with enterprise SaaS experience preferred
Ability to think strategically and synthesize diverse information from many sources
Superb verbal and written communication skills
Experience working in an agile/scrum development environment
Hands-on software development experience preferred
Proven success in building Mobile and web applications
Comfortable working with enterprise tools like Aha!, Confluence, Jira, and Pendo
Experience with, or subject matter expertise in working with state and local government or related fields
Interest in improving the effectiveness of Government
$100,000 - $135,000 a year
On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.