ABOUT THE JOB

A Product Manager is vital in leading teams to develop and deliver valuable products, focusing on defining product vision, strategy, and managing the product backlog for balanced development. Central in decision-making, they must understand user needs, business impacts, and stakeholder perspectives. Along with these responsibilities, the role demands strong soft skills in collaboration and communication within a balanced team.

They must navigate team dynamics effectively, fostering a collaborative environment and resolving conflicts. This multifaceted position combines strategic direction and detailed backlog management, ensuring team workload and project objectives are aligned, with a strong emphasis on soft skills to enhance team cohesion and effectiveness.

PRODUCT MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deciding which features to develop based on their potential impact and how well they align with the product vision, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently.
• Fostering a work environment that prevents burnout and maintains team health and productivity.
• Continuously learning from user feedback and market changes to adapt the product strategy and roadmap, ensuring the product remains relevant and competitive.
• Continuously validating customer problems and business opportunities to minimize risks and ensure the product remains on a successful trajectory with high velocity.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with all stakeholders to ensure support and buy-in for the product.
• Promote continuous improvement and team morale by fostering a culture where regular feedback and self-reflection on both processes and performance are integral practices.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Meaningful work that will directly contribute to Marines key pain points at both the tactical edge and in garrison.
• A structured environment with a plethora of opportunities to practice fluid leadership and team management skills.
• HIGH availability of training, programs, and certifications that can enhance credentials and expertise transferable to a surplus of career fields.
• Opportunities for professional networking through partnering with our industry and business partnerships on certain applications.
• Solve Marine Corps deterrents to mission success with substantial contributions that directly influence the lives of Marines and the security of the nation.
• Opportunities to teach or mentor in coding bootcamps, courses, or workshops, contributing to the education of the next generation of Marine Corps PMs