Technical Product Manager II - Platform Engineering

Delta Dental of California; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 107,464 - 232,906; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

401(k) with matching

Medical & pharmacy benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Delta Dental of California is seeking a Technical Product Manager II to own end‑to‑end product strategy for authentication and authorization, platform engineering standards, common services, and APIs. You will define roadmaps, measure outcomes, and align with business goals.

Collaboration with Platform teams and development groups is essential for timely, high‑quality deliveries. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in tech product management, strong communication skills, and hands‑on experience with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on technical products.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successful product launches and enhancements.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with experience in defining and tracking KPIs.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, agile environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience with authentication and authorization technologies is preferred.
• Knowledge of platform engineering standards and APIs is an asset.
• Strong leadership and problem‑solving skills, with a customer‑centric approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct Platform teams to maximize product value and ensure a seamless product life cycle.
• Create and execute product roadmaps, strategies, and development plans.
• Champion product ideas and initiatives, driving them from concept to launch.
• Define and track measurable outcomes and KPIs, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into actionable product features.
• Prioritize and manage product backlogs, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Conduct market research and stay updated on industry trends to inform product decisions.
• Work closely with development teams to ensure timely and quality product deliveries.
• Provide product expertise and guidance to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Ensure products meet defined quality standards and user expectations.

Skills

Product management

Roadmapping

Stakeholder influence

KPI tracking

Agile methodology

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical mindset

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

The Technical Product Manager II plays a pivotal role in our Technology department, specifically within the Authentication and Authorization, Platform Engineering Standards, Common Services, and APIs domains. This role is responsible for overseeing the entire product life cycle, from strategy and roadmap creation to development and marketing. The successful candidate will own the definition and execution of strategies, setting measurable outcomes and KPIs. They will work closely with Platform teams to ensure the successful delivery of new products, enhancements, and modernizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct Platform teams to maximize product value and ensure a seamless product life cycle.
• Create and execute product roadmaps, strategies, and development plans.
• Champion product ideas and initiatives, driving them from concept to launch.
• Define and track measurable outcomes and KPIs, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into actionable product features.
• Prioritize and manage product backlogs, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Conduct market research and stay updated on industry trends to inform product decisions.
• Work closely with development teams to ensure timely and quality product deliveries.
• Provide product expertise and guidance to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Ensure products meet defined quality standards and user expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on technical products.
• Proven track record of successful product launches and enhancements.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with experience in defining and tracking KPIs.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, agile environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience with authentication and authorization technologies is preferred.
• Knowledge of platform engineering standards and APIs is an asset.
• Strong leadership and problem‑solving skills, with a customer‑centric approach.

Base Pay Information

The national base pay range at the end is a good‑faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. Pay Grade 23. $107,464 - $232,906.

Benefits

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life‑changing rewards package includes:

• Competitive base and incentive pay
• 401(k) with robust matching and non‑matching contributions
• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
• 100% employer‑paid dental and vision benefits
• Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
• Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations

This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

Important Work Authorization Information

Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.