VP, Cloud Product Manager

Synchrony • Alpharetta, GA

1d • $170,000 - $290,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The VP, Cloud Product Manager will be responsible for leading our AWS Cloud Migration Program, driving the strategic vision, planning, and execution of application migrations to the cloud. This role requires a blend of product leadership, technical acumen, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful delivery of cloud transformation initiatives that align with business goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 12 years of IT experience, OR in lieu of a Degree minimum of 14 years of experience in an IT environment
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a large complex organization
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in product management or a related field, with experience in cloud-based products or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of AWS, Containerization, Dev/Infra Ops practices, and application migration/modernization.
• Demonstrated ability to define and execute strategic product roadmaps in complex, cross-functional environments.
• Experience working with Agile methodologies, managing PI increments, feature planning and reviews.
• Leadership and Influence: Proven ability to lead without authority, manage ambiguity, and influence others to achieve common goals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail along with negotiated solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.
• Proficiency in using data and analytics to inform product decisions and measure success.
• SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager Certification
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
• You must be 18 years or older
• You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to direct technical teams and mentor/coach team members
• Credit card, consumer finance, payments, financial services, or retail services industry experience.
• Demonstrated solutions delivery experience, with relevant examples that improved performance and customer experience
• Knowledgeable on financial services, payments industry trends, competitors, emerging technologies, and companies technical knowledge (financial services) customer experience focus Proactive, self-starter and collaborative leader
• Strong business acumen and superior decision-making skills
• Familiarity with data encryption/PII data protection standards, and related technologies.
• Creativity, enthusiasm and energy with a strong customer "can do" attitude and result oriented.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the product vision and strategy for cloud based products and services.
• Align product strategy with business objectives and enterprise cloud strategy.
• Develop and maintain the product roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements based on business value and customer feedback.
• Ensure the product backlog is well-defined, prioritized, and aligned with the product strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to ensure successful product development and delivery.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with product goals.
• Manage diverse IT teams consisting of application engineers, designers, and outsourced vendors.
• Evangelize for autonomous, self-organizing, empowered, and continuously improving teams.
• Oversee the product development process, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of products and features.
• Maintain Jira Align based on assigned Epics and Features
• Ensure adherence of all compliance and corporate governance policies throughout the implementation.
• Gather and analyze customer feedback to inform product decisions and improvements.
• Ensure cloud products meet customer needs and deliver positive user experiences.
• Monitor product performance, usage, and adoption metrics.
• Develop and present regular reports on technical product performance, customer feedback, and improvement opportunities to senior leadership.
• Clearly articulate challenges, progress and opportunities
• Continuously evaluate and enhance product processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Benefits

• annual bonus based on individual and company performance
• option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices
• inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard – but valued
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: High school or GED