Element Solutions is a partner at the intersection of innovation and client needs, focusing on crafting meaningful user experiences. The Sr. Product Manager Lead is responsible for overseeing a large-scale modernization project, providing technical authority and strategic advice to ensure the integrity of assessments and quality of recommendations.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the comprehensive 16-week assessment plan focused on operational stability and modernization readiness from inception to delivery with an option to continue on to implementation
- Lead the identification of architectural risks and develop robust mitigation strategies
- Review and validate all stabilization recommendations to ensure technical feasibility and long-term viability
- Ensure coexistence strategies are perfectly aligned with Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) modernization efforts
- Provide high-level briefings and strategic advice to executive stakeholders, translating complex technical findings into actionable business insights
- Ensure all outputs are disciplined, technically credible, and informed by rigorous risk analysis
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field
- 7+ years of professional experience in technical leadership or advisory roles
- 7+ years of experience in: Legacy system modernization advisory
- 7+ years of experience in: Enterprise architecture assessment
- 7+ years of experience in: Infrastructure transition and decoupling strategies
- 7+ years of experience in: Risk mitigation planning
- 7+ years of experience in: Governance-aligned program leadership
- Proven track record in: Complex interdependent application environments
- Proven track record in: Application and infrastructure modernization
- Proven track record in: Modernization and migration planning and roadmapping
- Proven track record in: Security and operational stabilization during modernization
- Ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional product teams to ensure that the product vision and goals align while providing guidance and support throughout the product lifecycle
- Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you must adapt to shifting personalities and navigate new challenges
- Strong knowledge of modern technologies and agile methodologies, focusing on delivering user value and maintaining a high-quality user experience
- Demonstrated ability to make data-informed decisions, effectively communicate (written and verbal), and manage change with diverse stakeholders
- US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required
- Must reside in the Continental US; located in the state of Pennsylvania a plus, but not required
- Depending on the government agency, specific requirements may include public trust background check or security clearance
- Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field
- Certification in Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Project Management Professional (PMP), or ITIL Foundation Certification
- Experience working within the State/Commonwealth is a plus