Product Analyst and Project Lead

It’s not just about the tech; it’s about the people!

Based in the US, at Career TEAM, we aim to accelerate the human condition through innovation in enterprise software products. As a combined Product Manager and Project Lead, you’ll be a crucial part of a team driving the success of our clients and the products they utilize. You will work closely with developers, designers, and business leaders to gather and analyze requirements, provide feedback on product strategies, and manage the product life cycle. Additionally, you will lead software development projects, serving both as a project manager and a subject matter expert. In this capacity, you will oversee project planning and execution while leveraging your expertise to ensure solutions meet customer needs and drive positive outcomes. Your efforts will make a significant impact on users' lives and contribute to the overall success of our initiatives.

In this role, you will work 10:00pm to 7:00am PHST.

Why Join Us?

• Be a founding member of a dynamic team shaping the future of our products.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and enterprise solutions.
• Make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals.
• Manage projects from inception to delivery, including performance and security testing.
• Grow and learn in an environment that values innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Requirements: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements. Develop detailed specifications and user stories, and understand market trends and competitive analysis.
• Product Development: Define and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring alignment with overall strategy. Create and manage product roadmaps, setting clear milestones and delivery timelines.
• User-Centric Design: Conduct user feedback sessions, usability testing, and create user personas to guide development. Work closely with the team to ensure user-centric design.
• Project Management: Manage projects end-to-end, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing phases. Ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget using Agile or Scrum methodologies. Develop risk mitigation strategies and ensure proper resource allocation.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Ensure product functionality and performance meet quality standards.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary contact between stakeholders and the development team, ensuring clear communication.
• Training & Support: Provide training to internal teams and offer support to users for successful product adoption.
• Go-To-Market Strategy: Work with marketing and sales to develop launch strategies and product positioning.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and integrate new innovations into the product.

What We’re Looking For:

• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Communication: Excellent skills in conveying complex ideas to various stakeholders.
• Project Management Experience: Proven experience managing complex software projects from planning to delivery.
• Technical Skills: Experience with product management tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum), and software testing.
• Innovation Mindset: Passion for finding creative solutions and enhancing user experiences.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.

Language Requirements:

• Fluent English proficiency is essential, both written and spoken.
• Clear and effective communication skills in English are required to interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Applicants must be able to compose clear and concise business documents, reports, and presentations in English.
• Ability to participate in meetings, present ideas, and engage in discussions in English is crucial.

About Career TEAM:
Founded in 1996, Career TEAM is socially conscious organization that seeks to close the nation’s opportunity divide through government-funded workforce development programs designed to help individuals get the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to obtain quality employment.  In addition to administering these programs, Career TEAM develops and leverages cutting-edge software tools to ignite transformative change within the workforce development industry.  Career TEAM is revolutionizing the operational landscape for workforce development professionals through its Career Edge platform, which includes state-of-the-art job training tools and advanced case management systems.  For more information see www.careeredge.com and www.careerteam.com.

Career TEAM’s outstanding record has resulted in numerous honors, including:

• Named by Inc. Magazine as one of America's 500 fastest growing privately held companies
• Recipient of the US Chamber of Commerce Blue Chip Enterprise Award for innovation
• Featured by 60 Minutes, CNN, Money Magazine, Inc. Magazine and the British Broadcasting Network as an innovative, government funded solutions program
• Invited to the White House after being cited by the National Welfare-to-Work Partnership and National Alliance of Business as a top 10 US training provider

Career Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Background Check Requirements. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for the position.