Product Manager

Location Requirement

Candidates must reside in an eligible U.S. state throughout employment. We are unable to hire candidates residing in California, Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, or outside the United States.

About the role

As a Product Manager at Reserv, you will be at the forefront of driving the development and innovation of our data-centric products. Working at the intersection of business, technology, and customer experience, you will be responsible for managing software products that support our insurance services and operations. You will lead the strategy, execution, and delivery of software solutions, leveraging insights to improve decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and provide value to our customers.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineering, data science, operations, and business teams to ensure our software products align with the company’s goals. You will oversee the product lifecycle, from gathering requirements to launching new features, and continuously optimize product performance to meet evolving market needs.

Who you are

• Data-Driven: You possess strong data analytics skills, using data to inform product decisions and measure success, with experience utilizing business intelligence tools and performance metrics.
• Technically Proficient: You understand software architecture, analytics platforms, and are comfortable working with engineering teams to build robust data solutions.
• Customer-Focused: You have a customer-centric approach, gathering insights and transforming them into product features that enhance customer experience and drive value.
• Strategic Thinker: You have the ability to align product strategy with business objectives, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth within the software landscape.
• Agile Practitioner: You are experienced in Agile methodologies, able to manage backlogs, lead sprint planning, and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Collaborative Leader: You work well with cross-functional teams, influencing stakeholders and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve product goals.
• Excellent Communicator: You have strong communication skills, are able to articulate complex concepts and product visions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem Solver: You are skilled at analyzing problems, identifying solutions, and making data-informed decisions to drive product success.
• Adaptable & Innovative: You thrive in an evolving environment, staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to keep products competitive.

What you'll do

We need you to do all the things typical to the role:

• Gain a deep understanding of customer experience, identify, and fill product gaps–you generate new ideas that grow market share, improve customer experience and drive growth
• Create buy-in for the product vision both internally and with key external partners
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements and prototypes 
• Scope and prioritize activities based on business and customer impact
• Drive product launches including working with public relations team, executives, and other product management team members
• Evaluate promotional plans to ensure that they are consistent with product line strategy and that the message is effectively conveyed
• Act as a product evangelist to build awareness and understanding
• Represent the company by visiting customers to solicit feedback on company products and services

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management, with a focus on data-driven products, ideally in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Familiarity with software architecture, software management, and analytics platforms, with a proven ability to work closely with engineering teams.
• Experience managing products in an Agile environment, including writing user stories, managing backlogs, and facilitating sprint planning sessions.
• Experience in managing end-to-end product life cycles, including developing and prioritizing product roadmaps and ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to make data-informed decisions in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

• Generous health-insurance package with nationwide coverage, vision, and dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Competitive PTO policy – we want our employees fresh, healthy, happy, and energized
• 100% remote (home-based) role designed to support your work-life balance
• Generous family leave policy after 8 months of continuous work
• Apple laptop, large second monitor, and other quality-of-life equipment you may want 

At Reserv, we value diversity in backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences and believe that diversity in viewpoints and critical thinking drives innovation, first-principles thinking, and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage those from all walks of life to apply. If you believe you are a good fit for this role, we would love to hear from you!