Technical Product Manager-EzProxy

Together we make breakthroughs possible. At OCLC, we build technology with a purpose: to connect libraries and make knowledge accessible worldwide, because we believe that what is known must be shared. Our teams work with complex global datasets, AI and machine learning, hybrid cloud solutions, and other technologies that connect people and organizations to the information they need. We value the power of unique perspectives and experiences to unlock innovation.

Why join OCLC?

• Competitive compensation that reflects your unique contributions—performance, experience, and skills
• Exceptional benefits, including best-in-class health coverage, retirement plans with generous company contributions, and a commitment to your overall well-being
• Hybrid work environment: For many roles, three days a week on-site, with occasional additional days based on business needs
• Free use of our on-site fitness center, gym sports, group exercise classes, and game room
• Onsite catering and cafeteria subsidized by OCLC
• Health and wellness events
• Work environments with individual and team spaces and the latest technology tools
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Company-subsidized pricing on local tickets and memberships

Responsibilities

• Product Strategy and Planning:
  • Produces product roadmap
  • Collaborates on release plans with Development
• Technology Assessment:
  • Assesses new technology and adds value to existing products by improving features to create best-in-class solutions and/or reduce costs
• Leadership And Management:
  • Provides leadership to cross-functional product workgroups
  • Leads Product management meetings
  • Resolves conflicts and drives consensus
  • Facilitates collaboration and communication and secures commitment between Development and Product Management and other divisional workgroups towards achievement of common goals
  • Develops and monitors progress on product roadmap
• Consultation On Portfolio Planning:
  • Provides input into portfolio business plans, roadmaps, strategies, metrics, and progress reports and reviews
  • Contributes to user requirements and functional specifications
• Integrates industry trends and innovations into the OCLC domain
• Coordinates activities among the Data Services Portfolio, Global Engineering, and OCLC Research

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related fields
• 2-4 years experience in software design, software development, system analysis, data architecture, or data modeling
• 2 to 4 years experience in product, project or program management
• 2 to 4 years experience in supporting online/database services, preferably in the library field
• Well-developed communication and presentation skills
• Strong understanding of the Product Management Lifecycle model
• Strong customer relationship skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in managing staff or team leadership
• Experience leading cross-functional workgroups
• Knowledge of OCLC products and services
• 2 to 4 years experience in library services or library management systems
• Extensive understanding of technical capabilities and market requirements needed to develop innovative market plans

Working Conditions

Normal office environment.