Product Manager

Zeus Solutions Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Houston is looking for a Product Manager to oversee project management methodology during product cycles. Responsibilities include budget management, team leadership for software delivery, and ensuring quality standards. Must possess a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and have experience in technology and business solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and risk management skills, adapting to changing environments effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field such as computer science or engineering is required.
• Experience in delivering technology solutions in multi-platform environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project budgets, timelines, and scope.
• Lead teams in delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Prepare cost-benefit analyses and system development processes.

Skills

People management and team building skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Quick learning of business processes

Risk assessment and management principles

Experience in large-scale technology solutions

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Overview

The main function of a Product Manager is to oversee the application of project management methodology during all phases of the product cycle, with responsibilities that include product design, scope management, cost control, quality and performance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, track and manage project budget, project plans, timelines and scope
• Manage project resources including procuring project staff, developing, motivating, coaching and advising
• Partner closely with other members of functional project teams to define business requirements
• 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
• Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses
• Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are being utilized
• Make presentations to steering committees or project sponsors

Skills

• 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

Must-have criteria

• Bachelor\'s degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required. STEM field.