Product Manager

Accenture Federal Services; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 296,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Product Manager to guide the development and enhancement of Human Capital Management solutions, aligning work with organizational goals and user needs.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, prioritize features, and manage the product lifecycle from conception to launch, with hands-on experience in PeopleSoft or similar HCM systems. A TS/SCI clearance is required and agile/SAFe experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 3 years as a Product Owner or Product Manager.
• 3 years of experience with PeopleSoft or other HCM systems.
• Experience with agile and SAFe methodologies.
• Experience with product roadmapping tools and requirements management systems.
• Experience with user story mapping, backlog grooming and sprint planning.

Responsibilities

• Define product requirements and oversee lifecycle from conception to launch.
• Translate business objectives into actionable plans and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for HR tech innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.
• Support effective backlog management and sprint planning activities.

Skills

Product management

Agile methodologies

SAFe

Stakeholder management

Backlog grooming

User story mapping

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people.Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

As a Product Manager at AFS, you will be responsible for guiding the development and enhancement of Human Capital Management solutions, ensuring they align with organizational goals and user needs.

Responsibilities

• You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define product requirements, prioritize features, and oversee the product lifecycle from conception through launch.
• Your ability to translate business objectives into actionable plans will be essential as you manage stakeholder expectations and drive continuous improvement.
• You will also play a key role in strategic planning, analyzing market trends, and identifying opportunities for innovation within the product.
• To excel in this position, you should have hands‑on experience with PeopleSoft or similar Human Capital Management platforms, as well as a proven track record of at least three years a Product Owner or Product Manager capacity.
• Familiarity with agile and SAFe methodologies, product road mapping tools, and requirements management systems will be highly beneficial.
• Exposure to user story mapping, backlog grooming, and sprint planning processes will help you navigate the fast-paced environment and deliver high‑impact solutions.
• Experience working with cross‑disciplinary teams and managing competing priorities will further support your success in this dynamic role.

Here is what you need

• 3 years as a Product Owner or Product Manager
• 3 years of experience with PeopleSoft or other Human Capital Management (HCM) systems

Bonus if you have

• Experience with additional HCM platforms or tools
• Strong understanding of HR business processes
• Agile or SAFe certification
• Proven track record of successful product delivery in HR technology
• Bachelor’s Degree or 4 additional years of Experience

Clearance

• An active TS/SCI clearance is required

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$153,300—$295,900 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

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We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

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