Product Manager

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations who desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Product Manager to work in a hybrid environment in support of a government contract for a client located in Washington, DC. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities 

• Define and communicate a clear product vision for our client’s software products, aligning with user needs and business objectives.
• Create and manage product roadmaps that reflect both innovation and growth strategies.
• Partner with a government product owner and lead a product team of 7 - 8 full-time employees.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient product development and delivery.
• Work closely with software development teams to ensure successful product releases in secure Government Cloud environments, primarily AWS.
• Monitor and track key product metrics to drive product optimization and growth.
• Utilize user research and feedback to refine product features and user experience.
• Proficiently manage backlogs, including Epic, Feature, and User Story development and refinement.
• Leverage tools such as Confluence and Jira to facilitate efficient product management.
• Manage risks and dependencies effectively in a software development context.
• Engage in stakeholder management and influence team members and stakeholders through a compelling product vision and data-driven insights.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in agile software product delivery, preferably in a management position.
• Experience in client stakeholder management, preferably in a software delivery role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with Cloud environments, particularly AWS.
• Proficiency in Confluence and Jira.
• Experience with the Microsoft 365 (M365) suite.
• Expertise in backlog management, including Epic, Feature, and User Story development and refinement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a Cloud-based software environment.
• Familiarity and experience with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Strong track record of successfully managing and delivering valuable software products.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Knowledge of user research methodologies and the ability to derive actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage data and metrics to make informed product decisions.
• Proficiency in additional project management and collaboration tools.
• A passion for staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Expertise in risk and dependency management in a software development context.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience influencing team members and stakeholders through a compelling product vision and data.
• Cloud budgeting and forecasting experience.
• Relevant certifications.
• Relevant skills, including:
  • Stakeholder Management  
  • Effective Team Communication  
  • Product Management 
  • Jira
  • AWS Cost Management
  • Product Vision
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Agile Software Development
  • User Research
  • Change and Risk Management
  • Dependency Management
  • Product Road Mapping
  • Agile Scrum
  • Product Backlog Management
  • Product Roadmap Management
  • Agile Product Management
  • Atlassian Confluence Management
  • Systems Development Life Cycle

Full-Time Employee Compensation

• M9 Solutions’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, s