Software Engineering Product Manager

If you’re passionate about innovation and love working in an environment where you can constantly improve and adopt new technologies to drive business results, then Nationwide’s Information Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This role will be filled in a hybrid capacity, with in-office collaboration in our Columbus, OH office 1-2 days per week.

Join Our Team as a Software Engineering Product Manager!

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the PLS Product Pricing Value Stream? Our Pricing team is expanding to tackle exciting initiatives like Pricing Sophistication, PUL Redesign, and Extensive Protectors. These projects are designed to drive profitable growth, respond to market changes, offer customer discounts, and improve risk rates. Over the past four years, this value stream has seen continuous growth, and we want you to be a part of it.

In this role, you'll join an innovative team that constantly pushes the boundaries of delivery. We're looking for a self-driven leader who can guide and grow the team, as well as technical thought leadership, adaptability, and a growth mindset.

What You Bring :

You should have proven experience in leading high-performing teams and a focus on quality, value, and ROI through strategic, tactical, and operational management.

A passion for continuous improvement and innovation to drive business outcomes is essential.

Success in delivering in fast-paced, complex, and challenging environments is crucial.

You should be able to align technology and business priorities effectively.

Basic knowledge of the Guidewire Insurance suite or the ability to quickly adapt is required. Quick adoption of an iterative requirements approach is also necessary.

What We Offer :

We offer opportunities for growth within the organization through the significant BSA of PLS.

You'll find a supportive leadership team that fosters mutual learning and growth.

You'll have the chance to be part of the Pricing Sophistication project, a major initiative in P&C.

There are opportunities to lead efforts that align with our strategy and expand your skill set. We cultivate a culture of innovation where new and creative ideas are welcomed.

Compensation Grade G5

This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program.

Job Description Summary

If you’re enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide's industry-leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. If that sounds like something you aspire to, we want to hear from you!

As a Software Engineering Product Manager, you’ll be accountable for a suite of in house or third party applications. You'll lead teams of technology professionals to enable business outcomes and provide reliable customer-centric solutions and experiences.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

Responsible for applying secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities.

Partners with leaders to ensure a viable total cost of ownership and ongoing health and wellness of applications.

Assists in the development and implementation of application suite roadmaps through the evaluation of business needs, competitive landscape, technology currency and information security considerations.

Manages risk mitigation controls and provides support for internal and external audits.

Supports the engineering build of the application suite and non technical efforts for the products.

Represents voice of the customer, acts in a forward-facing role to business partners as an active member of a portfolio management team in the advocation of business case development, planning, financial management and evaluation of portfolio.

Hire and develop talent, provide consistent coaching and feedback.

Responsible for delivery availability and resiliency following established operating mechanisms and best practices.

May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting Relationships : Reports to Technology Director or above. Leads a team of 5 or more technology professionals.

Typical Skills and Experiences :

Education : Undergraduate studies in management information systems, engineering, math, computer science or comparable experience and education preferred.

Experience :  Six years of experience in application suite management with four years or more leading numerous teams across multiple technologies. Proven experience in empowering and building an engaged team.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills : Detailed understanding and knowledge of the systems development life cycle and modern methodologies, practices, tools, and techniques. Solid understanding of concepts and techniques in project delivery, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Ability to develop and implement roadmap strategies. Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills. Coaching and career development of team. Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships. Insurance / financial services industry knowledge is a plus.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner.

Values : Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions :

Overtime Eligibility : Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions : Normal office environment. Associates may have on-call responsibility after normal working hours and / or on weekends.

ADA : The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including : medical / dental / vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more.