Technical Product Owner ( Product Manager I ) - Platform Engineering

Job Description The Technical Product Owner (Product Manager I) supports the delivery of technology products and platform capabilities by translating business needs, customer priorities, and technical requirements into clear and actionable work for delivery teams. This role requires strong knowledge of application integration, platform services, and technical development concepts to shape product requirements, manage backlogs, prioritize features, and ensure solutions are delivered with quality, reliability, and measurable business value. This position works closely with Functional Product Management, Application Development, Platform Engineering, Security, Operations, and business stakeholders to define scope, manage dependencies, remove blockers, and communicate progress. The Technical Product Owner helps guide agile planning and execution, ensures work meets functional and technical expectations, and uses product and delivery metrics to drive continuous improvement. This role primarily supports internal platform products and engineering capabilities rather than customer‑facing applications. Responsibilities Own delivery of assigned product features and technology outcomes from planning through implementation for platform services, APIs, cloud platforms, developer enablement solutions, and shared engineering capabilities. Manage day‑to‑day requirements, backlog items, projects, and special features in partnership with Product Management and cross‑functional stakeholders. Work closely with Application Development, Platform Engineering, Security, Technology, Finance, Legal, and business teams to define and deliver solutions. Apply knowledge of application integration, platform capabilities, and technical development to shape requirements, priorities, and delivery decisions. Translate customer needs, business goals, technical inputs, analytics, and market insights into clear product requirements and executable roadmaps. Lead feature and dependency prioritization, PI planning, sprint planning, and backlog refinement at the team level. Set iteration goals and confirm outcomes meet functional, non‑functional, and technical expectations. Coordinate effective daily stand‑ups, sprint ceremonies, retrospectives, and system demos with delivery teams. Create, refine, and prioritize user stories and tasks that meet user needs, technical integrity, and definition of ready standards. Ensure required product artifacts are complete and stories/features meet definition of done criteria. Identify dependencies, risks, and delivery blockers, and communicate impacts to stakeholders. Use product and delivery metrics to measure success, inform decisions, and drive continuous improvement. Qualifications 2+ years of experience in product management supporting software engineering, platform engineering, cloud platform, API, developer platform, infrastructure, or enterprise technology products. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven track record of successful product launches and driving business growth. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross‑functional teams. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a data‑driven approach to decision‑making. Experience with agile methodologies and a deep understanding of software development lifecycles. Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency in project management tools and techniques, with a focus on efficient resource allocation. Strong business acumen and a customer‑centric mindset, with an eye for market trends and user needs. Willingness to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices. Base Pay Information Pay Grade 21: $81,265.00 - $176,073. Nationally, actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, certifications, and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Benefits Competitive base and incentive pay 401(k) with robust matching Rich medical & pharmacy benefits 100% employer‑paid dental and vision benefits Generous paid time off and 12 paid holidays Career development opportunities and tuition reimbursement Family support programs Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities Employee discount program Equal Employment Opportunity Delta Dental is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, actual or perceived physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Delta Dental adheres to Equal Employment Opportunity, Harassment‑Free Work Environment, and Respectful Workplace policies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Delta Dental Ins.