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product manager (locals only)-2

product owner

Options Clearing Corporation

<div><div>*****THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP*****</div><div></div><div>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</div><div>
OCC is seeking an individual who would be responsible for discovering, synthesizing, and analyzing information from a variety of internal and external sources, including tools, processes, documentation, and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a proven change agent that demonstrates the ability to solve complex problems through logical, digestible solutions that deliver key value to our stakeholders. Additionally, this individual must be comfortable communicating to all levels of the organization as well as inside and outside the organization. Skills that are foundational to the success of this role include, but are not limited to, communication, analytical, problem solving, process modelling, facilitation, elicitation, scope management, leadership and agile mindset.</div><div></div><div>
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:</div><div>
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.</div><div><i>
Product Responsibilities:</i></div><ul><li><div>
Act as a partner to both the business and the technology teams.</div></li><li><div>
Define requirements definition approach and quality standards.</div></li><li><div>
Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in depth understanding of current state (i.e., legacy system) and future state.</div></li><li><div>
Identify product team dependencies and plan for resolution.</div></li><li><div>
Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of acceptance criteria.</div></li><li><div>
Support or develop test plans and test cases; participate in test results verification.</div></li><li><div>
Build models and prototypes.</div></li><li><div>
Analyze, prioritize and assure quality of defined requirements.</div></li><li><div>
Establish traceability from business needs to solution.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><i>
Program Responsibilities:</i></div><ul><li><div>
Work cross-functionally to analyze and define key stakeholder business needs.</div></li><li><div>
Perform requirements analysis, story decomposition, system integration analysis, and data flow design.</div></li><li><div>
Regularly engage in agile activities including sprint planning and backlog grooming. Act as an advisor to the Product owner regarding next steps and approvals.</div></li><li><div>
Build high quality user stories and acceptance criteria; work with scrum team to refine user stories.</div></li><li><div>
Provide requirement and design support to scrum team.</div></li><li><div>
Support development of user interface requirements and design by collaborating with UI/UX tools and teams.</div></li><li><div>
Support or develop test plans and test cases; participate in test results verification.</div></li><li><div>
Assist in building cross-team collaboration and define acceptance criteria for integrated components.</div></li><li><div>
Adhere to analysis best practices for epics and user stories.</div></li><li><div>
Assists in developing and maintaining policies, standards, guidelines and documentation to ensure that a consistent framework is applied across the enterprise.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Supervisory Responsibilities:</div><ul><li><div>
Lead and mentor a team of business analysts working across products; Responsible for the quality and adherence to the analysis best practices.</div></li><li><div>
Key resource regarding analyst inquiries as it relates to assigned pillar (Project Intake Impact Analysis).</div></li><li><div>
Orchestrate cross-functional implementation of project changes, validating that all interdependent applications fulfill established requirements according to agreed specifications and timelines.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Qualifications:</div><div>
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.</div><ul><li><div>
Expert in Agile software development.</div></li><li><div>
Proficient business experience in clearinghouse activities.</div></li><li><div>
Flexibility working with remote teams in alternate time zones and flexibility to work outside standard working hours (i.e., 6:30-7 am CT).</div></li><li><div>
Self-motivated and self-starting; working with little supervision and picking up new and unfamiliar concepts.</div></li><li><div>
Proficient in Confluence and Jira.</div></li><li><div>
Proficient in process modeling tools such as Visio.</div></li><li><div>
Working knowledge of OTC and exchange-traded derivatives products.</div></li><li><div>
Familiarity with financial market infrastructure and settlement processes.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Technical Skills:</div><ul><li><div>
Knowledge and experience in event driven applications, streaming and batch analytics technologies.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge and experience in cloud technologies; experience working with AWS a plus.</div></li><li><div>
Experience with different data management and visualization tools (SQL, Figma, Tableau, Business Objects, etc.)</div></li><li><div>
Experience with complex data analytics supported by python and R.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Education and/or Experience:</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required. MBA/MS is a plus.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Certificates or Licenses:</div><ul><li><div>
CCBA, CBAP, AAC, and/or any related certification is a plus.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
About Us</div><div>
The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.</div><div></div><div>
Benefits</div><div>
A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include:</div><ul><li>
A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education</li><li>
Student Loan Repayment Assistance</li><li>
Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely</li><li>
Generous PTO and Parental leave</li><li>
401k Employer Match</li><li>
Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision</li></ul><div></div><div>
Visit <div>https://www.theocc.com/careers/thriving-together</div> for more information.</div><div></div><div>
Compensation</div><ul><li>
The salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education.</li><li>
In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.</li><li>
We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on <div>www.theocc.com/careers</div></li><li>
All employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Salary Range</div>
$167,200.00 - $211,600.00<div></div><div>
Incentive Range</div>
23% to 30%<div></div><div>
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award, for which the target range is listed above (see Incentive Range). The amount of such award, if any, will be based on various factors, including without limitation, both individual and company performance.</div><div></div><div>
Step 1<br>
When you find a position you're interested in, click the 'Apply' button. Please complete the application and attach your resume.</div><div></div><div>
Step 2<br>
You will receive an email notification to confirm that we've received your application.</div><div></div><div>
Step 3<br>
If you are called in for an interview, a representative from OCC will contact you to set up a date, time, and location.</div><div></div><div>
For more information about <div>OCC</div>, please click <div>here</div>.</div><div></div><div>
OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer</div></div>

Principal, Business Analysis

Realign

<div><p>Job Type: Contract</p>
<p>Job Category: IT</p>
<p>Job Description</p>
<p></p><div><b>Job Title: </b><b>Product Manager</b><br>
<b>Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)</b></div><p><b>
Contract</b><br>
<br>
<b>*Locals Only*</b></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
About the Role:</b></h3><p>
We are looking for a strategic and detail-oriented <b>Product Manager</b> to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, development, and execution of product initiatives that align with our company vision and customer needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products and features to market, ensuring they deliver value to both the business and end-users.</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></h3><ul><li> Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned with company goals.</li><li> Lead product development from ideation to launch, working closely with design, engineering, marketing, and sales teams.</li><li> Conduct market research, customer interviews, and competitor analysis to identify opportunities.</li><li> Translate business needs into clear product requirements and user stories.</li><li> Prioritize features and enhancements based on data, business value, and customer impact.</li><li> Monitor product performance and iterate based on feedback, usage data, and KPIs.</li><li> Serve as the voice of the customer within the organization.</li><li> Ensure timely delivery and quality of product releases.</li><li> Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to inform product innovation and differentiation.</li></ul><p></p>
<p>Required Skills</p>
<p>OFFICE MANAGER</p> <p>TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER</p></div>

Product Manager (Locals Only)-2

Black Spectacles

<div><p><b>About Black Spectacles</b></p><p>
Are you a strategic, customer-centric Head of Product who can balance big-picture vision with detailed execution &mdash; connecting every decision to measurable business impact?</p><p>
At Black Spectacles, we&rsquo;re proud to be the leader in our space &mdash; with the strongest brand, a thriving business, and an incredible opportunity for continued growth. As an entrepreneurial company, we&rsquo;re ambitious in our plans to support the architecture community, fostering an environment <b>where excellence, innovation, and collaboration thrive.</b></p><p>
We believe that success in product comes from curiosity, collaboration, and a relentless focus on creating value for customers &mdash; and at Black Spectacles you&rsquo;ll find all three.</p><p>
We&rsquo;re seeking a <b>Head of Product </b>to work closely with our CEO to shape and execute the roadmap for our SaaS-based online learning platform and eLearning products. You'll bring analytical rigor and a thoughtful, straightforward communication style. You listen deeply, anticipate risks, and organize complex problems into clear, actionable steps. You&rsquo;ll play a key role in turning strategy into action &mdash; partnering across teams to deliver products that create measurable impact for customers and drive business growth.</p><p></p><p><b>
At Black Spectacles, you&rsquo;ll benefit from:</b></p><ul>
<li>
A team that lives and celebrates our values daily.</li>
<li>Regular opportunities to see and feel the impact of your work.</li>
<li>A fully remote work environment, complemented by semi-annual company trips to build connections.</li>
</ul><p></p><p>
Black Spectacles has been recognized by Great Place to Work and Built In as a great place to work, by the American Institute of Architects for the national impact we&rsquo;re having on the profession of architecture, and by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in the country.</p><p></p><p><b>
Our Ideal Teammate</b></p><p>
We&rsquo;re looking for someone who:</p><ul>
<li>
Is motivated by contributing to a mission-driven company that supports the architecture and design community.</li>
<li>Is analytical and detail-oriented, producing precise, high-quality work while respecting plans, timelines, and standards.</li>
<li>Brings creative problem solving while staying grounded in customer insight, financial responsibility, and solid execution.</li>
<li>Balances customer needs, business priorities, and product execution with sound judgment.</li>
<li>Takes ownership and accountability for outcomes.</li>
<li>Encourages calculated risks and shares ideas in a supportive environment.</li>
<li>Takes a world-class approach to their work and values collaboration.</li>
<li>Lives our values of excellence, innovation, and taking care of our people.</li>
</ul><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Role Overview</b></h3><p>
As a Head of Product, you&rsquo;ll own major areas of our SaaS-based online learning platform and eLearning products. You&rsquo;ll translate strategic direction into actionable product plans, oversee backlogs, and guide cross-functional execution to deliver high-quality releases. You&rsquo;ll work closely with Engineering, Learning/Content, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success to ensure decisions are grounded in customer insight and business outcomes such as ROI &mdash; with clear trade-offs, success metrics, and risk rationale. You'll help maintain clarity and momentum by organizing priorities, setting steady rhythms, and supporting teams to deliver high-quality products.</p><p>
We offer a competitive base salary of $140,000 to $190,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.</p><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities</b></h3><p><b>
Product Strategy &amp; Roadmap</b></p><ul>
<li>
Define and sequence priorities with clear business cases (ROI, cost, and time-to-value) and establish a regular review cadence.</li>
<li>Own customer insight &mdash; build a consistent discovery rhythm through customer calls, surveys, and experiments, and communicate insights clearly and practically across teams.</li>
<li>Develop, prioritize, and maintain the product roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders.</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>
Requirements &amp; Documentation</b></p><ul>
<li>
Define clear, testable requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria in JIRA and related tools that reflect customer insight and business outcomes.</li>
<li>Collaborate with design and engineering to scope features and ensure alignment with customer needs.</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>
Execution &amp; Delivery</b></p><ul>
<li>
Strengthen structure through launch plans, checklists, and decision logs to support collaboration and predictable delivery.</li>
<li>Track leading indicators and post-launch results, communicating lessons learned and next steps.</li>
<li>Partner with Engineering to ensure timely, high-quality product releases.</li>
<li>Apply the right delivery approach for each initiative, drawing on experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Marketing and Sales to coordinate product launches, communications, and go-to-market strategies.</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>
Cross-Team Collaboration</b></p><ul>
<li>
Build alignment and trust across Engineering, Learning, Marketing, Sales, and Leadership through clear, data-informed communication.</li>
<li>Ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, and success metrics.</li>
<li>Serve as a strong advocate for the customer while balancing business needs.</li>
<li>Mentor and coach an early career teammate on discovery, backlog management, and outcome-driven planning.</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>
Business &amp; Financial Accountability</b></p><ul>
<li>
Favor small, testable experiments before large investments.</li>
<li>Make disciplined trade-offs between opportunity, effort, and business impact, presenting clear ROI or payback expectations.</li>
<li>Proactively surface constraints and mitigation plans.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.</li>
<li>12+ years of professional experience, including 8+ years in product management roles.</li>
<li>Proven success owning and scaling SaaS-based products, ideally in online learning or related industries.</li>
<li>Experience working effectively in both Agile and Waterfall environments.</li>
<li>Strong track record of delivering measurable customer and business impact through product strategy and execution.</li>
<li>Deep financial literacy (ROI, unit economics, payback) with a disciplined, results-oriented approach to decision-making.</li>
<li>Experience leading customer discovery and translating insights into actionable product direction.</li>
<li>Skilled with analytics tools (e.g., Mixpanel, Amplitude, GA) to guide decisions and measure outcomes.</li>
<li>Effective collaborator who builds trust across Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Content, and Leadership.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and influencing skills to align stakeholders and drive execution.</li>
<li>Experience mentoring or coaching product team members is a plus.</li>
<li>Ability to travel quarterly for in-person meetings and company events.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul>
<li>
<b>Work From Home:</b> Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely year-round.</li>
<li><b>Comprehensive Benefits:</b> Starting day one, access to BCBS Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance coverage.</li>
<li><b>Savings &amp; Retirement Plans:</b> FSAs, HSAs, and a 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%.</li>
<li><b>Generous Paid Time Off: </b>Accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation annually, along with 8 holidays, 2 floating holidays, and up to 1 week of sick leave.</li>
<li><b>Referral Program: </b>Earn rewards by referring top talent to our team.</li>
<li><b>Team Building: </b>Enjoy semi-annual team gatherings and events that foster collaboration and camaraderie.</li>
</ul><p></p><p>
If you&rsquo;re ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact at Black Spectacles, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and tell us why you&rsquo;re interested in this role.
</p><p>Black Spectacles is an equal-opportunity employer.</p></div>

Head of Product

PayPal

<div><p><b>The Company</b></p><p>
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.</p><p><br>
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.</p><p><br>
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.</p><p><br>
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do &ndash; and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.</p>
<p>Job Description Summary: This job contributes to product strategy alongside cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the shared vision. It includes implementing an architectural roadmap that balances innovative design with regulatory requirements, customer needs, and profitability. The position focuses on enhancing customer experience and monitoring success metrics through usability studies and market analysis. Responsibilities also encompass managing workstreams for analytics and competitive analysis, overseeing product profitability, participating in operational reviews, and collaborating with content developers, data scientists, and designers. This job is an individual contributor.</p>
<p>Job Description:
</p><p><b>Essential Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Inputs to product strategy with cross-functional stakeholders consistent with the shared vision for the product or enabling platform.</li><li>
Implements the architectural roadmap that balances innovative design and technical implementation, while balancing regulatory requirements, time-to-market, meeting customer needs and product profitability.</li><li>
Controls for the customer experience and customer needs in product requirements and as an input to decision making.</li><li>
Monitors metrics that inform the success of products including usability studies, research and market analysis.</li><li>
Manages one or more workstreams to include analytics, customer discovery, market research and competitive analysis to drive data-driven decision-making.</li><li>
Monitors product profitability measures, including budget.</li><li>
Participates in operational mechanisms that drive execution and accountability including Product Reviews, Operating Reviews, and Business Reviews. Interfaces with product and technology leadership as needed.</li><li>
Partners with content developers, data scientists, product designers and user experience researchers.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Expected Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.</li></ul><p></p>
PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
<br>
<br>
Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.<br>
<br>
The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.<br>
<br>
The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $152,500 to $262,350<p></p>
<p>
PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.</p>
<p>For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.</p><p><b><br>
Our Benefits:</b></p><p>
At PayPal, we&rsquo;re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can&rsquo;t do this without our most important asset-you. That&rsquo;s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.</p><p>
We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com<br>
</p><br>
<p><b>Who We Are:</b></p><p>
To learn more about our culture and community visit https://about.pypl.com/who-we-are/default.aspx<br>
</p><br>
<p><b>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</b></p><p>
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.</p>
<p><b>Belonging at PayPal:</b></p><p>
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.</p><p><br>
Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.</p><p><br>
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don&rsquo;t hesitate to apply.</p></div>

Lead Product Manager

<div><p><b>The Company</b></p><p>
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.</p><p><br>
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.</p><p><br>
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.</p><p><br>
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do &ndash; and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.</p>
<p>Job Description Summary: This job drives product strategy in alignment with a shared vision, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. It includes planning and implementing an architectural roadmap that balances innovative design with regulatory requirements and customer needs. The position assesses customer experience and establishes data-gathering mechanisms to measure product success through usability studies and market analysis. Responsibilities also encompass overseeing product profitability, leading operational reviews, and partnering with various experts to maximize efficiency in a dynamic environment.</p>
<p>Job Description:
</p><p><b>Essential Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Drives product strategy with cross-functional stakeholders consistent with the shared vision for the product or enabling platform.</li><li>
Plans and implements the architectural roadmap that balances innovative design and technical implementation, while balancing regulatory requirements, time-to-market, meeting customer needs and product profitability.</li><li>
Assesses the customer experience and customer needs in product requirements and decision making.</li><li>
Sets up data gathering mechanisms relative to the metrics that inform the success of products including usability studies, research and market analysis.</li><li>
Leads workstreams to include analytics, customer discovery, market research and competitive analysis to drive data-driven decision-making.</li><li>
Oversees product profitability measures, including budget.</li><li>
Plans operational mechanisms that drive execution and accountability including Product Reviews, Operating Reviews, and Business Reviews. Interfaces with product and technology leadership as needed.</li><li>
Partners with content strategists, data scientists, product designers and user experience researchers.</li><li>
Maximizes efficiency in a constantly evolving environment where the process is fluid and creative solutions are the standard.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Expected Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
8+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Experience leading others</li></ul><p></p>
<p>Additional_Responsibilities_And_Preferred_Qualifications:
</p><ul><li>Work with cross-functional teams (business, partners, program, architecture, development) to drive alignment around product strategy.</li><li>
Experience working in the payments industry, with Large Enterprise Merchants and Bill Pay Vertical</li></ul><p></p>
PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
<br>
<br>
Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.<br>
<br>
The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.<br>
<br>
The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $169,500 to $291,500<p></p>
<p>
PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.</p>
<p>For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.</p><p><b><br>
Our Benefits:</b></p><p>
At PayPal, we&rsquo;re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can&rsquo;t do this without our most important asset-you. That&rsquo;s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.</p><p>
We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com<br>
</p><br>
<p><b>Who We Are:</b></p><p>
To learn more about our culture and community visit https://about.pypl.com/who-we-are/default.aspx<br>
</p><br>
<p><b>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</b></p><p>
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.</p>
<p><b>Belonging at PayPal:</b></p><p>
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.</p><p><br>
Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.</p><p><br>
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don&rsquo;t hesitate to apply.</p></div>

Sr Manager, Product Management

<div><p><b>The Company</b></p><p>
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.</p><p><br>
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.</p><p><br>
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.</p><p><br>
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do &ndash; and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.</p>
<p>Job Description Summary: This job establishes a cohesive product vision and strategy across the company, leading product strategy development with cross-functional teams. It balances innovative design with technical implementation while meeting regulatory requirements and customer needs. The focus is on enhancing customer experience, using metrics for product success, and standardizing analytics and market research for data-driven decisions. Responsibilities include ensuring product profitability, leading operational reviews, and collaborating with global partners to maximize efficiency in a dynamic environment.</p>
<p>Job Description:
</p><p><b>Essential Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Establish a shared vision across the company for one or more products, or a platform product enabling development &amp; scalability, with a deliberate and cohesive strategy.</li><li>
Leads product strategy development, and develops a clear, executable view of the product strategy with cross-functional stakeholders.</li><li>
Influences the architectural roadmap and balances innovative design and technical implementation, while balancing regulatory requirements, time-to-market, meeting customer needs and product profitability.</li><li>
Champions the customer experience and prioritizes customer needs in product requirements and decision making.</li><li>
Defines and uses metrics that inform the success of products including usability studies, research and market analysis.</li><li>
Standardizes workstreams to include analytics, customer discovery, market research and competitive analysis to drive data-driven decision-making.</li><li>
Responsible for product profitability, including budgetary decisions.</li><li>
Leads operational mechanisms that drive execution and accountability including Product Reviews, Operating Reviews, and Business Reviews. Interfaces with senior leadership as needed.</li><li>
Maximizes efficiency in a constantly evolving environment where the process is fluid and creative solutions are the standard.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Expected Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
10+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
2 years of experience leading others</li></ul><p></p>
PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
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Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.<br>
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The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.<br>
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The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is $188,000 to $323,950<p></p>
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PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.</p>
<p>For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.</p><p><b><br>
Our Benefits:</b></p><p>
At PayPal, we&rsquo;re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can&rsquo;t do this without our most important asset-you. That&rsquo;s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.</p><p>
We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com<br>
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<p><b>Who We Are:</b></p><p>
To learn more about our culture and community visit https://about.pypl.com/who-we-are/default.aspx<br>
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<p><b>Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</b></p><p>
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.</p>
<p><b>Belonging at PayPal:</b></p><p>
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.</p><p><br>
Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.</p><p><br>
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don&rsquo;t hesitate to apply.</p></div>

Director, Product Management

S&C Electric Company

<div><p>As an S&amp;C Electric team member, you&rsquo;ll work on projects that have real-world impact. You&rsquo;ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&amp;C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We&rsquo;re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.
</p><p>Join S&amp;C to make an impact on tomorrow&rsquo;s energy challenges and become an employee-owner
</p><p><b>Hours
</b></p><ul><li><b>8:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-Site
</b></li></ul><p><b>Compensation
</b></p><p>At S&amp;C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. <b>The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $85580 - $113451.8. </b>Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&amp;C&rsquo;s annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.
</p><p><b>Join Our Team as a Mechanical Engineer II !
</b></p><p>Are you passionate about <b>Product Engineering? </b>S&amp;C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Underground-Product Engineering department. As a <b>Mechanical Engineer II, </b>you&rsquo;ll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.
</p><p>S&amp;C is the specialist in high-voltage switching, protection and control, providing products for the electric power industry since 1911. Product Engineering &ndash; Underground is responsible for S&amp;C&rsquo;s underground distribution products, including PMG, Vista UDS, and Vista SD. In this position you will report to the Assistant Manager &ndash; Product Engineering in the Underground group. Your primary responsibilities will be to provide engineering support to sourcing projects.
</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Ensure product and component designs are optimized for manufacturability, cost, and quality.
</li><li>Collaborate with design teams to translate requirements into supplier-ready documentation.
</li><li>Review and approve supplier proposals and engineering change requests.
</li><li>Review and validate PPAP submissions from suppliers, ensuring alignment with design intent.
</li><li>Support dimensional analysis, material certification, and functional testing as part of PPAP.
</li><li>Drive resolution of PPAP-related issues and ensure timely approvals.
</li><li>Work closely with sourcing, quality, manufacturing, and suppliers.
</li><li>Participate in technical design reviews, and as needed in supplier assessments.
</li><li>Maintain accurate records of design changes, PPAP approvals, and engineering tests.
</li><li>Preparing detailed drawings used for purposes of supplier quotations, manufacturing, and final assembly.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal standards.
</li>Capture, share, and apply lessons learned to future projects.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What you&rsquo;ll Need To Succeed:
</b></p><p><b>Required
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, or relevant experience.
</li><li>3-5 years of experience in product engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or sourcing environment.
</li><li>Experience with PPAP and DFMEA.
</li><li>Expert proficiency in CAD. Experience with Solid Edge preferred.
</li><li>Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including casting, stamping, injection molding, etc.
</li><li>Expert proficiency in GD&amp;T, and tolerance stack-up analysis.
</li><li>Understanding of materials and design considerations based on environmental performance.
</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
</li><li>Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
</li>Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under tight timelines.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Physical Requirements:
</b></p><ul><li>Physical demands are those typically associated with an office environment, but may also include laboratory environments, factory environments, and customer/ field environments.
</li><li>Frequent use of PC keyboard and mouse.
</li><li>Proof of visual and aural acuity, or other physical suitability, as well as formal training and/ or testing and evaluation, may be required to enter or work in restricted-access areas.
</li>Lifting: Occasional lifting of switchgear components, less than 40 pounds<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Environmental and Hazardous Conditions
</b></p><ul><li>Continuously working indoors/outdoors in an air-conditioned office/manufacturing-based environment.
</li><li>Infrequently exposed to fumes/vapors/dust/gases/odors/mist/toxic chemicals/radiation/vibration/grease/oils/radiation/lasers/other etc.
</li><li>Occasionally exposed to low/moderate/high noise levels including machinery/vehicles/forklifts/office equipment/office traffic etc.
</li><li>Occasionally working around energized equipment with the risk of electrocution/scalding/burns/other etc.
</li><li>Infrequently exposed to wet humid/outdoor weather/extreme cold (non-weather)/extreme heat (non-weather) conditions/other etc.
</li>Infrequently working with machinery with moving parts/vehicles/forklifts/heavy machinery/sharp objects/other etc.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p>S&amp;C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com .<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>No fixed deadline<br>
</b></p><p></p><p>#LI-KD1</p></div>
<br><div><p>In 1909, S&amp;C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&amp;C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.
</p><p>With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&amp;C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&amp;C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership.
</p><p>S&amp;C&rsquo;s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.
</p><p></p><p><b>S&amp;C provides a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):
</b></p><ul><li>Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical &amp; Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, , Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&amp;D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
</li><li>Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave
</li></ul><p>Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic).</p></div>

Mechanical Engineer II

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