Product Analyst II

Our fast-paced and collaborative environment inspires us to create, think, and challenge each other in ways that make our solutions and our teams better. Whether you’re interested in engineering or development, marketing or sales, or something else – if this sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you!

We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with offices in the US, Canada, and India.

Vertafore is a leading technology company whose innovative software solution are advancing the insurance industry. Our suite of products provides solutions to our customers that help them better manage their business, boost their productivity and efficiencies, and lower costs while strengthening relationships.

Our mission is to move InsurTech forward by putting people at the heart of the industry. We are leading the way with product innovation, technology partnerships, and focusing on customer success.

Our fast-paced and collaborative environment inspires us to create, think, and challenge each other in ways that make our solutions and our teams better.

We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with offices across the U.S., Canada, and India.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Product Analyst II to fully understand and analyze both internal and external customer needs and then articulate those needs to the development team via user stories. As a product management team member embedded in energetic agile teams of Software and QA Engineers, you will serve as the interface between our customers and product managers/owners and your development teams throughout the planning and software development process.

You will collaborate closely with product managers and product owners as a focused product team to address the problems/needs of internal and external customers that may be effectively resolved with technology solutions. You’ll working closely with Product Managers, Product Owners, and others to elaborate requirements and document proposed software solutions for a prioritized backlog of features and stories. Our culture fosters collaboration, innovation, integrity, mentorship, commitment to success and FUN. Our managers are dedicated to growing their people and offering an opportunity that allows you to make impact in your career.

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *Canada Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• Medical, vision & dental plans
• Life, AD&D
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Pension Plan & Employer Match
• Maternity, Paternity and Parental Leave
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Education Assistance
• Additional programs - Employee Referral and Internal Recognition

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *US Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• We have a Flexible First work environment! Our North America team members use our offices for collaboration, community and team-building, with members asked to sometimes come into an office and/or travel depending on job responsibilities. Other times, our teams work from home or a similar environment.
• Medical, vision & dental plans
  • PPO & high-deductible options
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options:
  • Health Care FSA
  • Dental & Vision FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Commuter FSA
• Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer Match
• Supplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education & Legal Assistance
• Additional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
• Commuter Benefits (Denver)

The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

The Professional Services (PS) and Customer Success (CX) bonus plans are a quarterly monetary bonus plan based upon individual and practice performance against specific business metrics. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.

The Vertafore Incentive Plan (VIP) is an annual monetary bonus for eligible employees based on both individual and company performance. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.

Commission plans are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs. Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.

Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings.

We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters or other suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us.

We want to make sure our recruiting process is accessible for everyone. if you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact recruiting@vertafore.com

Just a note, this contact information is for accommodation requests only.

Qualifications:

We need Product Analysts who:

• Have a strong analytic orientation and the ability to understand problems, collect data, analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

• Are eager to learn to understand business drivers, future customer needs and competitive challenges

• Collaborate with user experience design staff on software (web/mobile) designs,

• Thrive on responsibility and display a drive for results

• Enjoy having fun, making things happen, and dreaming big

• Work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals

• Demonstrate a flare for innovation and creativity

• Have strong time management and organizational skills

• Can communicate complex concepts to all levels of an organization

• Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals clearly and effectively

• Understand web and database technologies

• 2-4 years’ experience, preferably with business analysis for web-based software

• We love Product Analysts who:

• Clearly communicate and defend their ideas and work

• Have a passion for product quality

• Have and understanding of experience design principles

• Are driven to improve, personally and professionally

• Operate best in a fast-paced and flexible work environment

• Are experienced with agile methodologies and understand the role of the Product Analyst, as well as Product Manager and Product Owner

• We really like it when they:

• Share best practices that inspire everyone around them to raise the bar

• Have experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)