Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business priorities and customer value
Define product features, including scope, requirements, and intended outcomes
Balance new feature development with performance improvements, architectural enhancements, quality improvements, and defect resolution
Prioritize backlog items based on customer impact, performance needs, technical debt, and quality considerations
Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to estimate effort and assess delivery feasibility
Evaluate delivery velocity and team capacity to inform realistic planning and commitments
Develop, maintain, and communicate delivery schedules for features, technical improvements, and defect remediation
Translate delivery schedules into actionable sprint plans
Adjust sprint plans and roadmaps as work progresses or priorities shift
Communicate progress, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to leadership, sales, and operations
Prepare executive-ready presentations that articulate product plans, options, dependencies, and recommendations
Provide clear alternatives with pros and cons when tradeoff decisions are required
Serve as a strong customer advocate by incorporating customer feedback and use cases
Facilitate constructive cross-functional discussions and resolve competing priorities
Maintain professional and effective communication across all stakeholder groups

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
Experience managing product backlogs, priorities, and sprint-based delivery
Strong collaboration skills with engineering, quality, and cross-functional teams
Ability to translate business needs into clear product requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
5+ years of experience working in agile development environments (preferred)
Experience/expertise with software or technical products in the Wastewater industry (preferred)

Product Manager

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