Cyber Security Product Manager/Developer, Mid-Level

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Job Summary:

Ford Motor Company is a leading global automotive manufacturer committed to innovation and technology. They are seeking a highly motivated Cyber Security Product Manager/Developer to lead the development and enhancement of their cybersecurity applications, driving product strategy and collaborating with various teams in an agile environment.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Product Owner to understand product needs and user feedback

• Contribute to the development and execution of the product vision and strategy for our cybersecurity application suite.

• Prioritize features and create a product roadmap that aligns with business goals and user requirements.

• Lead Iteration Planning Meetings (IPM) and other agile ceremonies.

• Facilitate the intake and refinement of feature requests.

• Write clear, concise, and testable user stories, including Gherkin format stories (preferred).

• Maintain and prioritize the product backlog using Kanban boards (JIRA preferred).

• Actively participate in weekly sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.

• Collaborate with product designers on new designs and functionality for our applications.

• Work directly with users to gather feedback on proposed designs and new features.

• Collect and analyze user feedback on existing functionality to identify areas for enhancement and improvement.

• Contribute to the development, testing, and maintenance of our cybersecurity applications.

• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Java, JavaScript, or Python (depending on project needs).

• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving our development processes.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.

• Maintain a strong understanding of the technical architecture of our applications, including Angular UIs, Java/SpringBoot backends, and Tekton pipelines.

• Collaborate effectively with engineering teams to translate product requirements into technical specifications.

• Ensure clear communication and alignment between product, engineering, design, and other stakeholders.

• Track and manage application migrations, ensuring a smooth transition for users.

• Identify and address any prerequisites or dependencies for user stories to enable efficient development.

• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success.

• Analyze data and user feedback to identify areas for improvement and inform product decisions.

• Utilize SQL to pull metrics and analyze data related to application performance and user behavior.

• Ensure applications remain compliant with all relevant Ford security policies and guidelines.

• Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related OR a combination of education and experience

• 3 years of product management experience, preferably with experience managing multiple products.

• 2 years of experience in software development, with proficiency in at least one relevant programming language (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python).

• Proven experience working in an agile development environment (Kanban).

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Ability to understand technical requirements and translate them into user stories.

• Experience with Angular, Java/SpringBoot, and Tekton pipelines is a plus.

• Experience with JIRA and Kanban boards for product management.

• Proficiency in data analysis and metric tracking.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Gherkin syntax for user story writing is a plus.

• Understanding of Ford security compliance standards and policies for applications.

Company:

We don't just make history -- we make the future. Founded in 1903, the company is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, USA, with a team of 10001 employees. The company is currently Public Company.