Job Details

Technical Product Manager

The Technical Product Manager is responsible for overseeing the full software development lifecycle for assigned products, in support of the VA Office of Connected Care. This position will be a fully remote position located within the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full software development process lifecycle for assigned product(s)
• Facilitate strategy and prioritization discussions
• Transform high-level vision into detailed action plans
• Build and maintain the product roadmap, ensuring prioritization aligns with customer needs, technical feasibility and stakeholder input
• Collaborate with engineering, design, data, QA and operations teams to ensure product quality and delivery
• Lead and/or support sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint review and retrospective sessions in partnership with the development team(s)
• Ensure continuous communication across cross-functional teams to remove blockers, track progress, and maintain alignment
• Partner with data teams to analyze product usage, optimize user experience, and define KPIs
• Use Scrum Master experience or knowledge to foster agile best practices, improve team velocity and drive execution discipline
• Consult and coordinate with experts and cross-disciplinary teams to conduct discovery and establish clear requirements that meet user needs
• Manage multiple projects, to include planning, risk management and mitigation, training and communication, regular status reporting, and associated documentation
• Lead and participate in dynamic meetings with cross-functional teams, orchestrating discussions and ensuring clear objectives are met
• Conceptualize, analyze, and advise clients on solution options to achieve their objectives
• Work closely with strategic delivery partners, subcontractors, and vendors
• Coordinate efforts across numerous teams through frequent and effective communication

Qualifications:

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's with 8+ years (or commensurate experience)
• At least 7 years of experience applying product and/or project management principles in a healthcare and/or technical environment
• Managing a product, or a suite of products from requirements gathering through the testing and production release cycle
• Building products or complex feature sets from the ground up, organizing efforts to incrementally deliver on product direction and goals
• Excellent presentation skills to include building slide decks and effective communication with executive leadership
• Strong in Agile Project Management methodologies and procedures
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Agile Tools such as Jira
• Bachelor's degree, and preferably also a master's and/or applicable certifications (PMP, ITIL, SAFe Agile)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Articulate the difference between product and project management and provide concrete examples of both
• Strong emotional intelligence, enabling you to tailor your communication style and convey technical concepts across interdisciplinary teams
• Prior experience working with or delivering solutions on the Appian platform

Company Overview:

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect:

Interview & Hiring Process:

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include: criminal history (past 7 years), verification of your highest level of education, verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range: USD $150,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.