Senior Product Manager - Backend Platforms

DescriptionKforce has a client in Atlanta, GA that is seeking a Senior Product Manager - Backend Platforms.Key Responsibilities:* Lead product management efforts for backend loyalty platforms and services* Support migration from internal loyalty systems to a third-party platform* Partner with engineering managers, architects, and senior product leaders to execute transformation initiatives* Manage requirements across complex service-oriented and microservice architectures* Coordinate integration efforts between internal systems and third-party solutions* Prioritize and deliver product capabilities in a rapidly evolving environment* Support engineering teams by providing product direction and resolving blockers* Manage dependencies across multiple teams and technology domains* Drive stakeholder alignment and communication throughout the transformationRequirements* 7+ years of Product Management experience* Strong backend platform product management experience* Experience working with complex system architectures, APIs, integrations, and microservices* Experience managing large-scale technical transformation programs* Strong analytical and systems-thinking capabilities* Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams* Experience supporting engineering organizations through platform modernization efforts* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsPreferred Qualifications:* Experience with loyalty platforms, customer engagement, or MarTech ecosystems* Experience leading platform migrations or re-platforming initiatives* Experience integrating third-party technology solutions* Consulting background* Retail industry experience* Familiarity with cloud-based and service-oriented architecturesSuccess Profile:* Comfortable operating in highly ambiguous environments* Learns complex systems quickly* Highly collaborative and influential* Able to lead without having all information immediately available* Capable of balancing strategic thinking with execution excellenceJob TypeContractCompensation70 - $78