Job Title: Product Manager โ App Development (Healthcare Payer)
Job Description:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย We are seeking a strategic and motivated Product Manager to lead mobile and web app development within the healthcare payer space. This role will focus on building innovative digital products that enhance the experience of members, providers, and internal users across health plan operations. You will shape the vision, define the roadmap, and drive execution for 1โ2 key app-based solutions, ensuring they align with business goals, compliance requirements, and evolving user needs.
Position Purpose:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Responsible for defining the vision and roadmap for 1โ2 key digital products and leading their development and delivery. Act as or support the โvoice of the customer,โ working closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure product strategies meet customer needs and business objectives. Your leadership and Agile expertise will be critical in shaping the product vision and driving impactful outcomes.
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Key Responsibilities:
1. Define Product Vision and Roadmap:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Develop a clear and actionable product strategy for app-based solutions within the healthcare payer domain (e.g., member apps, provider portals, claims tools).
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Create and maintain a product roadmap based on market trends, business goals, and user feedback.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Write and groom user stories, ensuring alignment with Agile best practices and team workflows.
2. Collaborate Across Cross-Functional Teams:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Partner with engineering, UI/UX, QA, compliance, business, and data teams to define, build, and launch products.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Act as the liaison between stakeholders, translating business needs into technical requirements.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Be the โvoice of the customerโ across teams to ensure user needs are central to all phases of product development.
3. Lead Product Development Lifecycle:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Own the end-to-end development lifecycleโfrom ideation through design, development, testing, launch, and iteration.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Ensure app usability, accessibility, scalability, and compliance (HIPAA, NCQA, CMS) throughout the lifecycle.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Oversee and maintain product documentation including roadmaps, feature specs, and release notes.
4. Monitor Performance and Optimize:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Track KPIs including app engagement, NPS, retention, and support metrics to identify areas for improvement.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Demonstrate strong analytical skills to review performance data, identify trends, and make data-driven product decisions.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Define and drive non-functional requirements like performance monitoring, logging, and disaster recovery.
5. Drive Adoption and Support:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Launch new features with training, documentation, and marketing support for both internal and external users.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Lead product demos, end-user education, and adoption strategies in collaboration with customer success teams.
Education / Experience:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Bachelorโs degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Requires 4โ6 years of related product management experience.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Equivalent experience may be considered based on demonstrated accomplishments and skills reflective of this role.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Proven experience in app development (mobile or web) in healthcare or highly regulated industries preferred.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Familiarity with payer operations including claims, eligibility, provider directories, and regulatory requirements.
Soft Skills & Competencies:
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Ability to manage multiple projects independently and drive them to completion.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Excellent judgment, decision-making, and communication skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Strong project management skills and high attention to detail.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Ability to gather facts, evaluate complex issues, and make sound product recommendations.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Proven ability to thrive in Agile/Scrum environments.
ยทย ย ย ย ย ย Strong communication and stakeholder management across business a