Technical Product Manager, Data

Credit Acceptance Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

401(K) match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Company provided tech

Job summary

Credit Acceptance Corporation is seeking a Technical Product Manager to lead data-driven solutions that align with business goals. The role focuses on scalable, reliable technology and close collaboration with Product, Design, and Business teams.

You will guide the Data Solution's roadmap, drive AI-enabled improvements, and mentor engineers while maintaining a strong customer and business focus. The position offers remote work with occasional travel to Michigan offices, requiring a hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of software engineering or related depth.
• Proven ability to drive data solutions that support business goals.

Responsibilities

• Champion scalable features across domains with high business impact.
• Define happy path diagrams for personas and scenarios.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to define requirements.
• Drive architecture improvements to leverage leading-edge technologies.
• Lead with AI strategies and assess third-party tech.

Skills

BI platforms

Data Warehouses

Technical leadership

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder communication

Education

CS/IS degree

Job description

Credit Acceptance is proud to be an award-winning company recognized both locally and nationally across multiple workplace categories. Our world-class culture is shaped by dedicated team members who are driven to succeed as professionals individually and together as a team. Backed by a strong product, exceptional people, and a stable financial foundation, we’ve grown into a leading provider of used and new car financing across the country. Our Engineering and Analytics Team Members utilize the latest technology to develop, monitor, and maintain complex practices that help optimize our success. Our Team Members value being challenged, are encouraged to express their ideas, and have the flexibility to enjoy work life balance. We build intrinsic value by partnering with all functions of our business to support their success and make strategic business decisions. We focus on professional development and continuous improvement while enjoying a casual work environment and Great Place to Work culture!

The Technical Product Manager (TPM) brings technical expertise, focusing on developing and delivering actionable, scalable, and reliable technology solutions that are in line with current industry standards. They will work closely with all areas of the company to ensure the Data Solution's roadmap is supporting business goals and plugging the team into the work at the right time.

The ideal candidate brings over 8+ years of engineering experience with significant depth in reporting solutions, self service, and data insights. This position serves as both a hands-on technical leader and a strategic advisor, helping to establish robust, scalable foundations that enable innovation across the organization.

Outcomes and Activities: This position will work from home; occasional planned travel to an assigned Southfield, Michigan office location may be required. However, this position is permitted to work at a Southfield, Michigan office location if requested by the team member.

• Champion features and strategies that are scalable across domains and offer high business impact with minimal development
• Define and document happy path diagrams for specific personas and scenarios
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including business partners, Product Managers and designers to define product requirements, direction and clarity
• Drive technical innovation and improvements of the design and architecture of software systems towards leading edge technologies and practices
• Become an expert in all domains to better support the business and align technologies strategies with the business outcomes
• Work with the engineering leadership team to develop and execute on the company's technical and business strategy Incorporating and leading with AI strategies and cutting edge best practices
• Perform technical due diligence and architectural assessments of third-party technologies and solutions
• Experiment and test ideas, validate assumptions against needs, reach conclusions and recommend solutions
• Document standards, best practices, and engineering artifacts so others can easily understand, build and maintain best in class software systems
• Lead continuous learning and process improvement activities to improve design and overall engineering practices
• Grow talent by participating in hiring and mentoring team members

• Customer Empathy: Customer Empathy is the ability to understand the perspectives, pain points, and experiences of customers. It involves actively putting oneself in the customer's shoes, comprehending their needs and challenges, and using that understanding to provide a better, more customer-centric experience.
• Engineering Excellence: Engineering Excellence is about bringing great craftsmanship and thought leadership to deliver an outstanding product that delights customers and solves for the business. This involves the pursuit and achievement of high standards, best practices, innovation, and superior solutions.
• One Team: A One Team mindset refers to a collaborative approach across the organization, where individuals work together seamlessly, without boundaries, as a single, cohesive team. Shared goals, open communication and mutual support create a sense of collective purpose. This enables teams to navigate challenges and pursue shared objectives more effectively.
• Owner's Mindset: Owner's Mindset involves adopting a set of behaviors that reflect a sense of responsibility, accountability, strategic thinking, and a proactive approach to managing your domain. As an owner, you understand the business and your domain(s) deeply and solve for the right outcome for the domain(s) and the business.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or closely related field of study; or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 8 years of software engineering experience or comparable depth of experience
• Demonstrated experience in driving technically sound data solutions that support business goals
• Strong technical background in BI platforms and Data Warehouses
• Proficient in delving into the technical capabilities of the vendors to assess strengths, weaknesses and makes recommendations based on vendor's ability to meet business objectives
• Adept at defining technology vision, develop roadmaps, and prioritize features based on customer needs and market trends.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure the product's technical feasibility and align with best practices.
• Ensure the product's technical aspects are feasible and align with the latest technological standards and practices.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, working with engineering and other relevant teams to address problems and improve serviceability.
• Lead customer delivery engagements and/or provide partner support for large-scale solutions and complex issues.
• Analyze data and analytical capabilities to inform product decisions and measure the impact of product changes.
• Adopt agile development methodologies and use them to manage product development.
• Act as a translator between technical and business stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication.

• Financial services or FinTech industry experience
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of BI end to end development
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Product Management Skills: Experience in product planning, road mapping, and prioritization.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaboration Skills: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Agile Mindset: Familiarity with agile development methodologies.

Target Compensation

A competitive base salary range from $120,000 - $176,000. This position is eligible for an annual variable bonus of cash and equity, between 15-30%. Bonus amounts are based on individual performance. Final compensation within the range is influenced by many factors including role-specific skills, depth and experience level, industry background, relevant education and certifications. Candidates who reside in the following major metropolitan areas may be eligible for a premium on top of the posted range based on their specific zone: San Francisco, Seattle, Boston, New York City, Los Angeles and San Diego.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package that includes 401(K) match, adoption assistance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical/dental/vision and many nonstandard benefits that make us a Great Place to Work.
• Flexible work options including work from home, on site and hybrid positions
• Company provided technology packages for all Team Members
• An atmosphere that is collaborative, challenging, and filled with forward thinking Team Members
• Extensive growth opportunities as demonstrated by our track record of promoting internally
• Ongoing business training and career development opportunities
• Competitive market-based salary with bonus compensation, quarterly profit sharing and annual merit bonuses
• Generous PTO and holidays that include 27.5 total days during first full year of employment

Company Values

• Positive by maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions
• Respectful by collaborating and actively listening
• Insightful by cultivating innovation, accumulating business and role specific knowledge, demonstrating self-awareness and making quality decisions
• Direct by effectively communicating and conveying courage
• Earnest by taking accountability, applying feedback and effectively planning and priority setting

Expectations

• Remain compliant with our policies processes and legal guidelines
• All other duties as assigned
• Attendance as required by department

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Credit Acceptance is dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive working environment for all. As part of our Culture of Compliance, we are proud of an Equal Opportunity Employer and value our culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of the person's age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, criminal history, or any other legally protected characteristic.