Associate Product Manager (100% Remote, Anywhere in the USA)

GOBankingRates.com is a leading destination for personal finance news and information.

Launched by Jeff Bartlett and Brett Rossmann in 2004, GOBankingRates (formerly ConsumerTrack) connects people with products and services that help them to lead a richer life.

We are a multi-media content platform covering all aspects of your personal finance journey. Our curated editorial content, videos and podcasts utilize expert insight to teach readers the six key principles of financial literacy: how to earn, save, invest, spend, borrow and protect money. We strive to give readers the confidence they need to feel empowered about making smart financial decisions today, tomorrow and into the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Due to exciting growth and innovation, we are hiring Product Managers and Associate Product Managers across our highly specialized squads, including Ad Products, Ad Servers and platforms, Media Tools, Owned and Operated Websites, and Content Tools.

As a Product Manager, you'll support your squad's execution and delivery. You will leverage your deep expertise in Product Management and passion for the craft to ensure seamless integration and optimal functionality, setting the stage for our content-driven company's success.

The salary range for this role is $70,000 to $90,000. Pay offered may vary within the posted range based on a number of factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT
? Deliver High-Quality Products: Assist in developing new internal CMS and site product features by supporting the writing and definition of user stories with clear acceptance criteria, ensuring that all requirements are well understood by stakeholders, users, and the development team. Help validate assumptions through data analysis, user research, and stakeholder input.
? Drive Squad Execution: Support cross-functional teams, including Design, Development, QA, Operations, and Business stakeholders, to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products. Foster a culture of collaboration, open communication, and continuous improvement.
? Technical Expertise: Collaborate with the development team to ensure that product features are technically feasible, scalable, and align with the company's technology roadmap. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to inform product decisions.
? Prioritize and Manage Backlog: Assist in building, maintaining, and prioritizing the product backlog, focusing on delivering high-impact features that meet customer needs and business objectives. Ensure the backlog is regularly reviewed and refined to reflect changing priorities and customer feedback.
? Customer-Centric: Develop a deep understanding of our customers' pain points and motivations. Data analysis, user research, and market trends inform product decisions and ensure solutions meet customer needs.
? Workflow Management: Contribute to creating and maintaining technical workflows and user flow diagrams to visualize the product development process from ideation to post-launch. Learn how to connect the dots from end to end of the business. Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to optimize efficiency and quality.
? Data-Driven Decision-Making: Use data and analytics to inform product decisions, measure product success, and identify areas for improvement. Collaborate with the analytics team to develop metrics and KPIs that align with business objectives.
? Agile Methodologies: Apply Agile principles and methodologies to ensure iterative and incremental delivery of product features. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, retrospectives, and feedback loops.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
? 2-3+ years of relevant experience in digital product management or product ownership in web, fintech, or media/advertising companies.
? Data Driven: Must be metrics- and results-driven and have proven experience using data to make decisions.
? Strong background in leveraging analytics and understanding concepts such as statistical significance and general AB testing best practices.
? Agile Background: Background in Agile principles and best practices, with experience assisting in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver iterative product enhancements.
? Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills and confidence to deliver technical information succinctly and assertively to non-technical audiences.
? Mindset: Complex problem-solving and critical thinking skills, along with a solutions-oriented mindset.

Benefits
? Time Off & Holidays: 20 PTO Days a year (15 vacation, 5 sick days) and holidays to recharge and relax.
? 100% Remote Workplace: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere in the USA!
? Tools for Success: As a full-time team member, you'll receive a laptop, docking station and monitors to support you throughout your journey.
? WFH Office Setup Stipend: We provide a one-time $250 stipend to create your ideal home workspace.
? Competitive Salary & Growth: Join a team that thrives on leadership, initiative, creativity, and passion, with a salary that matches your drive.
? Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with generous employer contributions.
? FSA Healthcare & Dependent Care: Flexible Spending Accounts to support your healthcare needs.
? Student Loan Support: We contribute to your student loan payments after your first year with us.
? 401(k) Savings: Start saving right away with immediate contributions, plus a 4% company match after your first year!
? Paid Family Leave: Maternity, paternity, and parental leave for child-related school activities to support your family.
? Learning & Development: Access up to $2,500 per year for conferences, workshops, or accredited programs.
? Access to Skillshare: Explore over 22,000 classes to fuel your growth.
? Health & Wellness Program: Get reimbursed up to $100 monthly for any mental health subscriptions, workout classes, and gym memberships?both in-person and virtual!
? Exclusive Corporate Discounts: Save on theme park tickets, movie theaters, hotels, cell phone bills, and more.
? Employee Referral Program: Earn up to $3,000 for referring amazing talent to GOBankingRates.
? GOBankingRates Swag: Receive awesome branded goodies and gear!

Please Note: While GOBankingRates is proud to offer an extensive range of benefits, not all of these benefits apply to Freelancers, Contractors, or Interns. We encourage you to explore the opportunities that align with your career goals and connect with us to learn more about specific offerings for your role.

We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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