Product Manager – AI & Data Development (Health)

Guidehouse•Chicago, IL

8d•$102,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Guidehouse Health is seeking a Product Manager to support the delivery of AI- and data-enabled solutions that improve healthcare outcomes, operational performance, and decision-making. This role is a hands-on delivery leader and trusted client partner, responsible for independently owning workstreams, driving agile execution, and translating healthcare business needs into scalable technology and data solutions. The role emphasizes delivery excellence, client impact, and collaboration. Product Strategy & Delivery Independently manage defined workstreams, deliverables, and timelines with minimal oversight. Apply structured problem-solving to translate ambiguous healthcare business challenges into actionable product and delivery plans. Ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of AI and data products that meet client objectives and Guidehouse standards. Proactively identify delivery risks and issues, escalating appropriately with recommended mitigation strategies. Product Management & Agile Leadership Support development and execution of product vision, roadmap, and backlog for AI and data initiatives within the Health sector. Own backlog management, user story development, and acceptance criteria definition. Operate as Scrum Master, facilitating sprint planning, stand-ups, backlog refinement, reviews, and retrospectives. Reinforce agile best practices while aligning with PMO-defined governance and delivery processes. Enable high-performing, cross-functional teams by removing blockers and maintaining delivery momentum. Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management Serve as a day-to-day client lead, building trust with healthcare stakeholders through clear communication and delivery reliability. Facilitate requirements sessions, prioritization discussions, and solution reviews with technical and non-technical audiences. Translate complex health, policy, regulatory, and operational requirements into practical, implementable solutions. Balance client expectations, regulatory constraints, and technical feasibility to support effective decision-making. Data, Analytics & AI Enablement Partner with data engineers, developers, and analytics teams to support development of AI- and data-driven health solutions. Conduct data, operational, and market analysis to inform product direction and improvement opportunities. Define and track product, delivery, and outcome-based metrics to demonstrate value. Support responsible data and AI practices, including considerations for privacy, governance, and compliance in healthcare environments. Firm Contribution & Team Development Contribute to internal practice initiatives, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement efforts. Support proposal development, solution shaping, and client growth activities as needed. Coach and support junior team members through informal mentorship and delivery leadership. Demonstrate Guidehouse values through collaboration, accountability, and commitment to quality.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required
Minimum FIVE (5) years of experience in product management, program management, business analysis, or related roles.
Experience delivering data-driven, analytics-enabled, or AI-supported solutions, preferably in healthcare or public sector environments.
Experience defining, prioritizing, and delivering data‑driven product capabilities leveraging modern cloud data platforms such as Snowflake and/or Databricks
Demonstrated success working in agile delivery environments, including backlog management and sprint execution.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience engaging both technical teams and client stakeholders.
Experience defining and tracking delivery, product, or operational metrics.
Working knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, or hybrid models).

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare consulting, public health, federal health, or health IT programs.
Exposure to AI, advanced analytics, data visualization, or healthcare data platforms.
Certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMP, PMI-ACP, SAFe, or Product Management credentials.
Experience working in matrixed consulting environments with multiple stakeholders and delivery teams.

Responsibilities

Independently manage defined workstreams, deliverables, and timelines with minimal oversight.
Apply structured problem-solving to translate ambiguous healthcare business challenges into actionable product and delivery plans.
Ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of AI and data products that meet client objectives and Guidehouse standards.
Proactively identify delivery risks and issues, escalating appropriately with recommended mitigation strategies.
Support development and execution of product vision, roadmap, and backlog for AI and data initiatives within the Health sector.
Own backlog management, user story development, and acceptance criteria definition.
Operate as Scrum Master, facilitating sprint planning, stand-ups, backlog refinement, reviews, and retrospectives.
Reinforce agile best practices while aligning with PMO-defined governance and delivery processes.
Enable high-performing, cross-functional teams by removing blockers and maintaining delivery momentum.
Serve as a day-to-day client lead, building trust with healthcare stakeholders through clear communication and delivery reliability.
Facilitate requirements sessions, prioritization discussions, and solution reviews with technical and non-technical audiences.
Translate complex health, policy, regulatory, and operational requirements into practical, implementable solutions.
Balance client expectations, regulatory constraints, and technical feasibility to support effective decision-making.
Partner with data engineers, developers, and analytics teams to support development of AI- and data-driven health solutions.
Conduct data, operational, and market analysis to inform product direction and improvement opportunities.
Define and track product, delivery, and outcome-based metrics to demonstrate value.
Support responsible data and AI practices, including considerations for privacy, governance, and compliance in healthcare environments.
Contribute to internal practice initiatives, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement efforts.
Support proposal development, solution shaping, and client growth activities as needed.
Coach and support junior team members through informal mentorship and delivery leadership.
Demonstrate Guidehouse values through collaboration, accountability, and commitment to quality.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend