Berkeley Research Group

Junior Product Manager

Berkeley Research Group$90K — $110K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in a relevant role, preferably in product management.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent is necessary.
  • Experience in startups or fast-paced environments focusing on B2B products.
  • Proficient in managing cross-functional teams including design, engineering, and QA.
  • Ability to lead product lifecycle from visioning to delivery with a customer-centric approach.
  • Strong data-driven mindset to utilize user insights and analytics for product roadmap creation.
  • Excellent communication skills to influence across various organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Own product execution and articulate clear direction for cross-functional alignment.
  • Collaborate with partners to validate solutions and develop scalable products for different customer segments.
  • Manage the product roadmap, prioritizing features based on customer impact and market trends.
  • Work with engineering teams to define user stories and set priorities effectively.
  • Facilitate agile ceremonies such as sprint planning and retrospectives to streamline processes.
  • Drive product launch operations, including planning and documentation for successful adoption.
  • Define and track success metrics to inform product decisions and iterate on features.

Benefits

  • Collaborative environment with close partnership across engineering, design, and leadership teams.
  • Opportunity to influence and drive product direction in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.
  • Engagement in meaningful work that impacts customer satisfaction and business growth.
  • Exposure to agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.
  • Chance to work in a startup-like culture within an established organization.
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Junior Product Manager to manage a defined area of our product and drive impact through delivery. This role is responsible for setting product priorities, deeply understanding different customer segments, and working cross-functionally to build products that solve real problems and scale with the business. This role will report into a Senior Product Manager, and you will partner closely with engineering, design, client teams, and leadership to execute effectively, and improve product outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Own product execution for a defined area of the product, clearly articulating direction and influencing cross-functional partners to align and deliver. • Collaborate closely with internal and external partners to understand various customer segments, validate solutions, and build products that scale. • Own and manage the product roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements based on customer impact, business goals, and market dynamics. • Partner with engineering leads to ensure teams have well-defined stories, acceptance criteria, and priorities. • Manage and facilitate agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. • Drive product launch operations for your area, including release planning, product documentation, communication, adoption, and iteration. • Lead change management for product initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to plan, communicate, and support successful adoption and governance of new features. • Define and track success metrics, using data and insights to inform decisions and tradeoffs. • Operate with autonomy in an ambiguous environment, using judgment, intuition, and feedback loops to drive results. Qualifications • Experience working in startups or fast-paced environments, with a track record of driving meaningful growth for B2B products. • Experience leading cross-functional sprint teams comprised of design, engineering, and QA. • Experience with product lifecycle, including strategic visioning, discovery, and delivery. • Strong customer-centric mindset with the ability to translate customer insights into actionable product features and enhancements. • Demonstrated experience using user insights, data, and analytics to inform product decisions, and translate the outcomes into a product roadmap. • An instinct for creating simple, intuitive user experiences that solve complex problems. • Experience in owning and managing a product roadmap, iterating based on customer needs and business outcomes. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels of the organization. Requirements • 1-3 years total experience. Product management experience is plus but not required. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent. • Experience managing cross-functional, technology-enabled initiatives. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Experience with change management and system rollouts. • Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar. • Ability to drive clarity in ambiguous environments and balance competing priorities. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders from individual contributors to senior leaders. Candidate must be able to submit verification of their legal right to work in the U.S., without company sponsorship. Salary Range: $90,000-$110,000

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