Technical Product Lead

Bamakicks•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Bama Kicks Foundation works to eradicate poverty by creating pathways to economic equality. We believe in a future where communities share ownership in the systems they sustain — and where opportunity is both accessible and regenerative. We pursue this mission through research, advocacy, and equitable wealth distribution models such as cooperatives, unions, and employee-owned enterprises (ESOPs). Our approach is grounded in collaboration, evidence, and long-term community impact. Our Ecosystem To turn our mission into measurable impact, the Foundation anchors a family of aligned initiatives that work together to create sustainable economic systems: 1. Bama Kicks — Impact Investment Company Bama Kicks is an impact-driven investment and venture-building company wholly owned by the Foundation. It funds and scales businesses that advance economic inclusion and community ownership through: BKVC Venture Fund – invests in early-stage, mission-aligned startups. SmaBizFund – offers $10K microloans to small businesses and local entrepreneurs. Idea Factory Venture Studio – incubates and launches new ventures rooted in community needs and equitable design. All profits from Bama Kicks flow back to the Foundation to expand its programs and impact. 2. BKG — Agency & Consultancy BKG is the Foundation’s in-house agency and consultancy, providing strategic, design, and operational expertise to both internal ventures and external partners. By offering consulting services in product, brand, and systems design, BKG helps organizations adopt equitable practices while generating revenue to sustain the Foundation’s broader mission. 3. Human Development Center The Human Development Center serves as our research and learning arm, focused on understanding how humans can progressively build and sustain equitable systems as our world evolves. Using cross-disciplinary models, data, and human-centered research, the Center explores areas such as: Future of work and ownership Inclusive governance and cooperative economics Human potential, creativity, and well-being within equitable systems Our Vision To build an economy where ownership, opportunity, and dignity are shared — not scarce. We are seeking a Technical Product Lead to oversee client projects, manage web and mobile applications, and coordinate between clients, engineers, and internal teams. This role ensures timely delivery, client satisfaction, and alignment with business objectives.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in product management, project management, or technical leadership, preferably in a digital agency or startup environment.
Experience with web and mobile applications, including understanding technical constraints and development workflows.
Strong client-facing and communication skills.
Knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello) and agile methodologies.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple clients, and maintain high attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Technical background (coding knowledge, software architecture understanding) is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage ongoing web and mobile app projects for external clients.
Create project plans, track progress, and ensure deliverables meet deadlines.
Prioritize feature requests, bug fixes, and enhancements across multiple clients.
Serve as primary point of contact for clients regarding technical updates and project progress.
Translate client needs into actionable tasks for engineering and design teams.
Maintain high client satisfaction through proactive communication and problem-solving.
Collaborate with Full Stack Engineers, designers, and other consultants to deliver projects.
Ensure internal teams are aligned on priorities, timelines, and resource allocation.
Implement processes for development, maintenance, and release management.
Track and report project status, risks, and performance metrics.
Recommend and implement improvements to increase efficiency and quality.