Senior Software Product Manager

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a product manger who understands software, communicates clearly, and effectively leads teams to high levels of execution. This work isn't for everyone as it can be demanding and requires commitment to learning and challenging yourself every day. In our group, we find joy in delivering excellence and through technical discovery. Our days are devoted to really understanding complex problems and then delivering the most simple and elegant solution.

In This Role, You Will

• tackle unique, complex problems tied to specific customer needs based on mission success criteria that change from project to project
• learn and comprehend the architecture of a deployed, operational web application in order to provide oversight and management of continued application development
• engage with other team leadership in short-term and long-term planning
• provide technical direction and make final decisions on path forward for the product
• facilitate collaboration between and run weekly planning meetings for internal multi-disciplinary teams
• provide weekly on-site support for development activities and customer events
• build relationships with government program offices and their product staff
• devise iterative roadmaps for program increments within the Agile SAFE framework
• attend and represent the project at program meetings (weekly, quarterly)
  
  

You have...

• 3 years experience as an individual contributor on a full-stack web application
• 5 years experience as a product manager
• familiarity with an issue-tracking system (e.g., Jira, Gitlab)
• the ability to balance and sort through competing product needs
• a desire to punch a hole through ambiguity and forge a path to success
• experience developing project briefs and presenting them to large audiences (50 )
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities

Job Description:

• Independently execute task assignments.
• Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques, adheres to software best practices.
• Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
• Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.
• Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
• Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
• Drives solutions to complex problems, actively participate in requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
• Contributes to system architecture decisions and leads the architecture of sub-systems.
• Provides insight and suggest adaptations or modifications to processes and/or applications based on quantitative data or results.
• Identifies project technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.
• Actively mentors less experienced staff and provides thoughtful, constructive feedback.
• Lead a small team of software developers on projects.
  
  

Skills/Abilities

• Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrate an ability to learn new programming languages and technologies quickly.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel.
• A team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.
  
  

Education

Requires a bachelor's in Computer Science or other related field. Master's degree is preferred.

Experience

5-10 years experience in Software Engineering or related field.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this opportunity will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Secret Clearance Required, TS Clearance Preferred.

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Job Location - City:

St. Petersburg

Job Location - State:

Florida

Job Location - Postal Code:

33716

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.